Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Phoenix, AZ

Valori grew up as an Air Force Brat and was fortunate enough to live in Europe for ten years. At an early age she was able to learn how to identify with people from different parts of the world in order to adapt and make friends. She was also a scholar athlete and was able to fulfill the demands and endure the pressure of performance. She began her career as a child development specialist working with children with developmental delays and caregivers with mental health diagnoses. After almost 15 years in the field she has worked with all ages and all levels of functioning.

I work from a holistic approach to life, learning, and healing; everything is connected in some way. Once you identify and master the connections that work for you, then the doing just makes sense, and you move forward with new life practices. My clients heal painful past experiences with current awareness, start trusting & caring for themselves, learn how to identify & break from toxic relationships while developing healthy ones, establish skills & routines to improve follow-through, gain emotion regulation, develop skills for problem-solving/ decision-making, and overcome harmful thoughts and behavior patterns.

Unhealed trauma or other painful childhood or adult experiences may disrupt our ability to connect well with our true self and with others and to achieve our deepest heart's desires. Strategies we needed to protect ourselves at one point in life, may be outworn, leaving us stuck with anxiety, depression, anger, or guilt, interfering with healthy relationships and experiencing joy. For over 20 years I have helped individuals and couples heal old wounds and grow past outworn patterns into greater freedom, joy, and deep connections. I offer myself as a compassionate witness to your pain and companion in your journey of personal growth.

Now accepting new clients! Telehealth sessions available! Some background about me: I am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) in the state of Arizona and I graduated with a Psychology degree from Fort Lewis college before pursuing a Masters’ degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling here in Arizona. I have clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and groups. My experience shines best when working with adults struggling with childhood and relationship trauma, unhealthy relationships, communication struggles, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, anger, emotional regulation, and life transitions.

Welcome to Story Unfolding! My name is Courtney and I have been working in the mental health field supporting children, adolescents, and families for over 13 years. I passionately believe that when humans have the space to share and explore different chapters of their lives they will discover inner strength, wisdom, and tools right for them to move through life with more ease and a greater sense of balance. I am trained in EMDR, TF-CBT, DBT skills and implement a trauma-informed approach to support families, adolescents, and children.

I understand how stressful life can be. The difficulties of everyday life can lead to feelings of depression, anxiety, and burnout. My goal is to work with you and support you on your journey to overcome these hurdles and achieve a sense of peace and fulfillment. Together, we can work towards building a stronger, more resilient you, fostering a positive self-image, and developing strategies to manage life's challenges more effectively. Let us embark on this path to a happier, healthier you, where your well-being is the priority.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that predominately focuses on work with adolescents, young adults and their families or support systems. I have spent my career working with adolescents and families in both outpatient and residential therapy settings. I very much believe that each individual and family needs an individualized approach and treatment to facilitate change and healing. My goal is to establish a safe and supportive environment that allows each client and family to move forward in their therapeutic goals.

I am a dedicated, compassionate licensed professional therapist who is passionate about helping others in their healing process. My experience is providing counseling services to individuals, couples and families who are struggling with issues such as, chemical addiction, PTSD, depression, anxiety, sex addiction, Love addiction,  codependency, intimacy issues, couples therapy, eating disorders, as well as other process addictions. I am also very open to help those of faith bring that into the healing process so they can heal at all levels. Mind, body and spiritual healing is vital to live an authentic life.

I work with clients throughout the course of the life span. I have skills for working with both youth and adults. I have been working in the helping professions since 2003. And a licensed provider from 2011. I personalized the treatment to each client and each need. I offer both long term and short term treatment options: EMDR, ACT, DBT, TF-CBT, CBT, Hypnotherapy, Play Therapy, SandTray Therapy, and Solution Focused Interviewing.

EMDR, Evenings, Saturday and Sundays available! Now accepting new clients as well as AHCCCS plans, OSCAR, BCBS, Cigna, UHC, AETNA, and more. Hello and welcome to the beginning of your journey to better self-awareness, growth, and healing! My name is January Hartze, and my team and I are trained in several treatment modalities which allows us to blend elements from different theories and interventions to customize our approach based on your needs and goals. We use EMDR Therapy, DBT, and CBT among many other therapy modalities to address issues and difficulties that prevent a person from reaching their potential.

My priority as your therapist is to create a safe and compassionate space for healing. I work with clients to cultivate their capacity to heal from the past, learn new ways to handle triggers in the present, and utilize strengths to effectively manage stressors in the future.

I do believe that change happens when people are given the guidance they need to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling, happy lives. I bring years of experience working with adolescent and adult individuals struggling with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex PTSD (C-PTSD), eating disorders, anxiety/depression, grief, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD).

Freedom and light await- Wherever you are, your journey starts now! I specialize in working with clients from all backgrounds addressing a wide range of conditions including anxiety, depression, and trauma. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy to ensure effective treatment.

I have have accumulated over 15 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families, focusing on their mental, physical, and emotional well-being to facilitate the healing and recovery journey. With a diverse background in addressing issues such as SUD, PTSD, Conflict Resolution, Bipolar Disorder, BPD, GAD, MDD, Crisis, Trauma, and Grief/Loss, I am dedicated to supporting you in achieving a sound meaningful and fulfilling life.

Life can definitely go sideways; I’m here to help you right what’s gone wrong. I’m probably not your typical therapist. I’m a lawyer, a mother and a mid-life divorce survivor. I’m transparent and a little unorthodox at times. You will never wonder if you are sitting with a real person. We will laugh, we may cry, and I won't mind if you drop an f-bomb or two. I will never judge you or presume to know more about you than you know yourself. Your story matters; I want to know how you show up in your life and how your history and experience coalesced to bring you here. I will not waste your time chatting; we have work to do.

You may not see it or believe it yet, but you have what it takes to transform your challenges into strength and resilience. Whether you are navigating trauma, grief, complex family dynamics, anxiety, depression or simply looking to get unstuck from a negative cycle, I take a strength-based and collaborative approach to create a tailored plan of healing and transformation. Our work together may include exploring and untangling past experiences, integrating mindfulness, developing healthy coping skills and setting new habits for self-care. My goal is to empower you with insights and skills to thrive.

NOW Accepting New Clients! Run Your Life Counseling has OPEN availability! Sliding scale options available! Telehealth and in person availability- Immediate Openings! Teens/Adults/Couples/Evenings Life is a journey which can be wonderful at times, but it can also be a difficult process and adjustment. If you are struggling with feeling sad or overwhelmed, you are not alone, and I am here to help! I offer emotional and therapeutic support to those experiencing anxiety and depressive symptoms due to life transitions. My passion is helping individuals navigate their journey to and through life goals.

Dr. Brenda Aranda works with a variety of conditions common to children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 19-25) including depression and anxiety disorders, behavior problems, pediatric obesity, and trauma related concerns. Dr. Aranda has the ability to conduct psychotherapy and psychological assessments in both English and Spanish.

Feeling like we are never enough, being taken for granted, exhausted, overwhelmed, and anxious are common emotions in our fast-paced world. We can become wired to focus on our deficits vs our strengths. In our work together, I'll support you in setting boundaries and in maintaining self-respect. We'll identify and challenge unhelpful beliefs that feed into these negative thoughts and emotions. We'll look at where beliefs stem from such as trauma, family of origin, adverse life experiences, and social/cultural pressure. Understanding HOW we learned, can empower us to get "unstuck" and to learn more helpful ways to navigate life.