Geriatric and Seniors Therapists in Phoenix, AZ

I am a licensed therapist in network with Aetna and other insurance providers with significant experience working with people who have or are suffering from narcissistic abuse and who are trying to rebuild their lives as a result. I also have significant experience working with people with ADHD and adults on the autism spectrum. I am a Certified Mental Health & Nutrition Clinical Specialist (CMNCS) and enjoy working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, chronic illness, emotional eating, weight loss issues and want to align their physical and mental health through nutrition, proper sleep and self care as well.

My ideal client seeks growth and healing, recognizing the value of introspection and self-improvement. They may be grappling with challenges such as anxiety, depression, or trauma, seeking to untangle complex emotions and develop coping strategies. Their need encompass a safe, empathetic space for introspection and coping strategies. Their goals include gaining insight, building resilience, and fostering healthier relationships. They aspire to understand themselves better, enhance emotional well-being, and navigate life with clarity and confidence. Their desire for self-discovery stems from a commitment to living a fulfilling life.

My style as a therapist is collaborative, pragmatic and compassionate. I encourage clients to explore their thoughts and feelings in a safe and non-judgmental space to promote healing and personal growth. I have experience helping clients who are struggling with grief and loss, trauma, family of origin issues, domestic violence, navigating life transitions, relationship issues, divorce, depression, anxiety and workplace issues. I help clients find better ways of dealing with stress and anxiety as well as internal conflict and strained relationships.

Reaching out can be the hardest step in making a change, but you are not alone. Times in our lives can be painful, confusing, and difficult to navigate, which can leave us feeling conflicted, anxious, grieving, and having an overwhelming sense of being stuck. Know there is hope. I will journey with you to help find relief from inner turmoil while also incorporating practical solutions. Being trained as an MFT and EMDR Therapist equips me to address emotional distress, PTSD, trauma, stress, anxiety, relationships, and couples issues, among others with clients from all backgrounds to provide individualized care.

Accepting new clients in Arizona and Texas online teletherapy sessions only. Change can be frightening and overwhelming, but if we choose to avoid it rather than face it head-on, we will only continue to remain stuck. My belief is that therapy is a collaborative effort between the counselor and client. I will assist you with overcoming self-defeating beliefs that stifle your personal growth by utilizing techniques and resources to help you lead a more productive, prosperous, and meaningful life.

Thank you for taking the next step on your mental health journey. I am here to help you achieve your goals and I meet you where you are. I have experience in many different areas of counseling such as with individuals, couples, families, schools, businesses, churches, managed care clinics, courts, military, trauma crisis settings and workplace counseling services. I can help you learn tools to manage stress, anxiety, and depression. I use a variety of modalities to include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused, trauma informed, DBT, and hypnotherapy

Hello and welcome. I am an experienced psychotherapist; serving diverse populations. My theoretical orientation (approach) is based on Carl Rogers "Person Centered". My education and training in ‘community health’ has enabled me the opportunity to serve high-need populations with a wide variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, Bipolar, (OCD), and neurodiverse populations. I use a direct and clinical approach with my clients; identifying and addressing key client issues, quickly, in an ethical and confidential manner.

Welcome to the new you! Change can be hard but with the right support and direction in therapy, change is possible. I want to support you in your goals and believe that therapy is an opportunity for self reflection, growth, empowerment and healing. You are the expert in your experience and as your therapist, I am here to help you live a more fulfilling and healthy life. I strive to provide a positive therapy experience and encouraging and supportive. An ideal client is someone who is contemplating change but maybe isn't sure where to begin in the process.

Are you struggling with feeling "too much" or being called "too sensitive"? Do you feel like no one hears you or validates your feelings? Maybe you have experienced some intense things in your life and you are looking to feel safety again, within your own body and with other people.

Every individual person experience life in different way. The way we are raised, the way we are taught how to behave, and how we experience it. This is what makes every one of us unique. My focus as your therapist is to help you with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem trauma history, abuse/neglect, interpersonal effectiveness, and parenting/relationship issues. In a session with me we will work together to learn new and healthy ways of coping, identify and express emotions both past and current, and continue to make steps forward for a future worth living.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma related to a difficult relationship or family conflict? Oftentimes, life changes whether initiated by you or unexpected can create feelings that are overwhelming. There are times in all of our lives when we are not able to find the right path to go down. We will work together to create a plan to address this in a way that helps you get your life back on track. Using techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can provide the lifting of symptoms that may be keeping you stuck. In a short time, you may see improvements that will help you with the quality of life you deserve.

We all encounter problems at different stages in life. Some are easy to handle, whereas others leave us hurt, confused, and hopeless. Our brain is an important organ, and it can get sick, just like any of the other organs in our body. What it takes to heal differs between person to person. We will never pretend we know exactly what you are going through, because we aren't you. But, what we can do is help! Being licensed in both Missouri and Arizona allows us to reach out to help even more people. Whether you are looking to move forward from the past, learn to live with loss, handle stress and anxiety/depression better, we can help!

I work with adults from diverse backgrounds experiencing fear, sadness, loneliness, as well as those experiencing relationship and job related challenges. I aim to take a non-judgemental and compassionate approach to what you are experiencing. I feel honored and privileged when clients open up about what is bothering them. I like to collaborate with clients and tailor our sessions to your unique needs, life circumstances, and your strengths in order to help you have more contentment and vitality in your life. Most important, I want to value you as a human being.

Some seasons (or years) of life can leave us feeling stuck, disconnected, and fearful. Life can be devastatingly full of loss with little hope of recovery. I believe the best way to experience change and move towards recovery starts with acknowledging our unique strengths and resources - what are those things that keep us going? It also requires confronting the darker parts of life with a few trusted people. We are meant for connection. I would be honored to be a trusted person who walks towards healing with you. Are you open to exploring your own road of recovery with me?

I provide counseling to clients of all ages with various tha include anxiety, stress, anger,depression, substance use, sleep deprivation and behavioral nutrition concerns. I utilize health psychology, mental health education, substance use education and yoga principles within practice as I work with clients. Overall wellness is the focus for the clients I work with which includes, nutrition, sleep and exercise while working on their emotional and behavioral concerns. I implement the Strengthening Families program for those families that are in need of creating a healthy environment that promotes positive experiences in family life.

I am a short term, wellness oriented and goal focused therapist. A joyful and purpose driven life is what most of us strive for. Sometimes we are temporarily knocked off the track by a catastrophic event or ongoing life situation that appears to be hopeless or unsolvable. These roadblocks, however, can be overcome with will, good support and the right tools necessary to change our attitudes and life circumstances so that life works for us, not against us, once again. For anxiety and depression I incorporate meditation, tapping, vagus nerve stimulation and relaxation exercises into my sessions to help you regain control.

Live in your fullest potential! Discovery & Wellness Counseling specializes in assisting individuals to rebuild a connection with themselves. Stress injuries, trauma, codependency, compulsive tendencies, anxiety and depression create disconnection. Utilizing Trauma Informed Care, Discovery & Wellness helps unlock your potential and assists you in moving forward by addressing and healing the core issues that create the disconnection. Getting to the root of the matter facilitates quicker change, reconnection and the opportunity to move forward again.

Life is completely unpredictable, fast moving, unstoppable and often complicated. Do you feel lost, hurt, lonely, confused, depressed, and/or anxious? Do you suffer from pain that has no medical explanation? Do you worry endlessly about your physical health or medical diagnosis? If so, I will be able to help. I offer a non-judgmental space where your feelings/questions can be expressed, explored with kindness, compassion, & acceptance.

Welcome! As a seasoned therapist, I have dedicated my career to providing compassionate and comprehensive services for over eleven years. My passion is working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My approach to therapy consists of a holistic-mindfulness based approach using solution-focused therapy that integrates aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectal behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. I utilize an open, non-judgmental approach and encourage my clients to explore and utilize their own strengths to reach their full potential through skills, support, and guidance.