Marriage Counseling Therapists in Queen Creek, AZ

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Naturopathic Trauma, Sex & Intimacy Practitioner
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MFT, CATP
Verified Verified
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here and ready to begin your healing journey. I am a Naturopathic Trauma Practitioner & Hypnotherapist with over 10 years of experience. I believe in a collaborative approach to our journey together. I offer sessions for individuals and couples. Clients typically seek me out to heal the parts of them that are no longer serving them. This can be due to trauma, addiction, marital struggles, infertility, hypnosis, sexuality, etc. My clients are looking to live a life fueled by growth, empowerment & Healthy Expressions.
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here and ready to begin your healing journey. I am a Naturopathic Trauma Practitioner & Hypnotherapist with over 10 years of experience. I believe in a collaborative approach to our journey together. I offer sessions for individuals and couples. Clients typically seek me out to heal the parts of them that are no longer serving them. This can be due to trauma, addiction, marital struggles, infertility, hypnosis, sexuality, etc. My clients are looking to live a life fueled by growth, empowerment & Healthy Expressions.
(480) 660-3912 View (480) 660-3912
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Chelsey Liaga
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS Ed, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Currently accepting new clients! As a couples therapist, I help couples restore connection and resolve conflict. If you're struggling with miscommunication, trust issues, or feeling like something's missing between you, then now is the time to get help. My main goal is to help couples create a romantic, fun, and safe marriage so they can enjoy all the benefits of a secure relationship. If you want to stop feeling like roommates, and more like lovers, then reach out and schedule a free consultation today!
Currently accepting new clients! As a couples therapist, I help couples restore connection and resolve conflict. If you're struggling with miscommunication, trust issues, or feeling like something's missing between you, then now is the time to get help. My main goal is to help couples create a romantic, fun, and safe marriage so they can enjoy all the benefits of a secure relationship. If you want to stop feeling like roommates, and more like lovers, then reach out and schedule a free consultation today!
(480) 571-9450 View (480) 571-9450
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Kendree Bitter- Queen Creek Couples Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
I’m a Marriage and Family Therapist, specially trained in working with couples & individual women ages 18-50. Some areas I specialize in are: couples work (masculine and feminine polarity, conflict skills, deepening understanding), sex therapy, parenting, phase of life anxiety, dating, becoming truly authentic & aligned, building self-compassion, Brainspotting, and healing black & white, shame-based distortions caused by religious trauma (without encouraging abandoning beliefs). My biggest philosophy is BALANCE- and learning to find “the sweet spot” in tricky, polarizing concepts. I see balance as the “key” to remedying SO much.
I’m a Marriage and Family Therapist, specially trained in working with couples & individual women ages 18-50. Some areas I specialize in are: couples work (masculine and feminine polarity, conflict skills, deepening understanding), sex therapy, parenting, phase of life anxiety, dating, becoming truly authentic & aligned, building self-compassion, Brainspotting, and healing black & white, shame-based distortions caused by religious trauma (without encouraging abandoning beliefs). My biggest philosophy is BALANCE- and learning to find “the sweet spot” in tricky, polarizing concepts. I see balance as the “key” to remedying SO much.
(520) 263-0457 View (520) 263-0457
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Yoseph Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Queen Creek, AZ 85140  (Online Only)
Greetings, and welcome to the SonderMind platform! My name is Yoseph I. Ford, LCSW and I have been in private practice for over 7+ years. I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help address client's issues with anxiety, depression, addiction, Severe Mental Illness, family discord, marital problems, academic support, ADHD, behavioral problems in children, and a variety of other stress related issues. Clients can expect a solution focused, holistic, evidenced based and functional approach to mental health wellness. I look forward to partnering with you on your wellness journey! With the current global health event, the need for wel
Greetings, and welcome to the SonderMind platform! My name is Yoseph I. Ford, LCSW and I have been in private practice for over 7+ years. I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help address client's issues with anxiety, depression, addiction, Severe Mental Illness, family discord, marital problems, academic support, ADHD, behavioral problems in children, and a variety of other stress related issues. Clients can expect a solution focused, holistic, evidenced based and functional approach to mental health wellness. I look forward to partnering with you on your wellness journey! With the current global health event, the need for wel
(480) 933-5317 View (480) 933-5317
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Mark Bell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CSAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
I received my Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at USM and undergraduate from BYU.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist I have helped couples and families work through various relational & emotional intimacy challenges. I am also a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. I work significantly with males struggling with sexually compulsive behaviors along with the spouses, partners, families and others impacted by their unhealthy and/or problematic choices. I have been described as a 'Perspectivist Therapist' due to my clear, honest, open, respectful and direct ability to help people gain perspective about their problems, increase hopeful belief for their future and establish realistic expectations.
I received my Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at USM and undergraduate from BYU.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist I have helped couples and families work through various relational & emotional intimacy challenges. I am also a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. I work significantly with males struggling with sexually compulsive behaviors along with the spouses, partners, families and others impacted by their unhealthy and/or problematic choices. I have been described as a 'Perspectivist Therapist' due to my clear, honest, open, respectful and direct ability to help people gain perspective about their problems, increase hopeful belief for their future and establish realistic expectations.
(480) 400-0711 View (480) 400-0711
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Calleen A. Morris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85240
Waitlist for new clients
If you think it is a good time for you to talk with a therapist, call us at Gateway Marriage & Family Therapy for a no-cost phone consultation.
Life & relationships can be complex! My specialty is couple's therapy! I have a passion for helping those who wish to 'hang on' to what is working in their relationships while developing new skills to successfully maneuver through the challenges life can present. I am trained to utilize effective approaches & techniques, I address issues such as; communication, intimacy, conflict, blended families, grief & loss. My clients can feel respected while we work collaboratively toward personal & family goals which can lead to greater satisfaction and enduring relationships.
If you think it is a good time for you to talk with a therapist, call us at Gateway Marriage & Family Therapy for a no-cost phone consultation.
Life & relationships can be complex! My specialty is couple's therapy! I have a passion for helping those who wish to 'hang on' to what is working in their relationships while developing new skills to successfully maneuver through the challenges life can present. I am trained to utilize effective approaches & techniques, I address issues such as; communication, intimacy, conflict, blended families, grief & loss. My clients can feel respected while we work collaboratively toward personal & family goals which can lead to greater satisfaction and enduring relationships.
(480) 725-3457 View (480) 725-3457
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Joy L. Payne
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
I am a licensed associate marriage and family therapist who has a passion for helping individuals, adolescents, couples and families navigate relationships where solutions for many of life’s problems seem difficult to find. I work with clients to process their past challenges and current life/relationship experiences, as well as helping clients recognize and build upon their own strengths and resiliency.
I am a licensed associate marriage and family therapist who has a passion for helping individuals, adolescents, couples and families navigate relationships where solutions for many of life’s problems seem difficult to find. I work with clients to process their past challenges and current life/relationship experiences, as well as helping clients recognize and build upon their own strengths and resiliency.
(480) 207-3541 View (480) 207-3541
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Rachel Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Rachel Showalter is an Independently Licensed Clinician at the Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic.
Do you feel stuck in your current cycle in life? Are you grieving a transition or change in your life? Have you begun experiencing feelings that you are unsure of how to process and manage? These concerns can seem daunting, but I am here to help! My main priority as a therapist is to help my clients feel comfortable in the therapy room. I take pride in viewing client concerns with a neutral and unbiased perspective and working collaboratively with my clients.
Rachel Showalter is an Independently Licensed Clinician at the Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic.
Do you feel stuck in your current cycle in life? Are you grieving a transition or change in your life? Have you begun experiencing feelings that you are unsure of how to process and manage? These concerns can seem daunting, but I am here to help! My main priority as a therapist is to help my clients feel comfortable in the therapy room. I take pride in viewing client concerns with a neutral and unbiased perspective and working collaboratively with my clients.
(480) 933-0369 View (480) 933-0369
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Morgan Shindel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who is trained in helping couples, adults and teens who are struggling with emotional and behavioral concerns. Some areas I specialize in are relationship issues, pre- marital, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I have specialty in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Prepare Enrich.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who is trained in helping couples, adults and teens who are struggling with emotional and behavioral concerns. Some areas I specialize in are relationship issues, pre- marital, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I have specialty in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Prepare Enrich.
(480) 571-5344 View (480) 571-5344
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J. L. Redd
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, CMHC, LPC, NOJOS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85143
I work with clients who are struggling with any of the following: (1) unwanted sexual behaviors; (2) trauma caused by sexual betrayal; (3) marital quality; and (4) ancillary issues of depression/anxiety. My methods produce rapid results and are based on reliable research.
I work with clients who are struggling with any of the following: (1) unwanted sexual behaviors; (2) trauma caused by sexual betrayal; (3) marital quality; and (4) ancillary issues of depression/anxiety. My methods produce rapid results and are based on reliable research.
(520) 356-5074 View (520) 356-5074
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Audra Owens
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with teens & adults struggling with self-worth, addiction, trauma & the side effects of surviving in the isolated and disconnected society we live in. As a feral child of the 80s and 90s, I understand the pressure of feeling like you can't count on anyone but yourself. As a mother of 5, I understand the overwhelm, isolation, exhaustion, & fear of the mother who doesn't know who she is anymore. As a survivor of a marriage that fell apart & had to be rebuilt & is not just surviving but thriving over 20yrs later, I know the healing power of connection & emotional intimacy in relationships. You & me, we got this!
I specialize in working with teens & adults struggling with self-worth, addiction, trauma & the side effects of surviving in the isolated and disconnected society we live in. As a feral child of the 80s and 90s, I understand the pressure of feeling like you can't count on anyone but yourself. As a mother of 5, I understand the overwhelm, isolation, exhaustion, & fear of the mother who doesn't know who she is anymore. As a survivor of a marriage that fell apart & had to be rebuilt & is not just surviving but thriving over 20yrs later, I know the healing power of connection & emotional intimacy in relationships. You & me, we got this!
(520) 438-6043 View (520) 438-6043
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Alecia Carpenter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Queen Creek, AZ 85140
I have a passion for working with survivors of all forms of abuse and neglect, marriage and divorce, LGBTQ related issues, grief and child loss, and anxiety and depression.
I am now accepting new clients! I know the decision to seek therapy is sometimes difficult. It is important to find someone who feels safe and supportive. I work to provide a supportive, confidential, environment in which I work together with my clients toward their goals. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and children. I have worked extensively in the areas of trauma, abuse, domestic violence, divorce, blended families, anxiety and depression, and grief. I work with marriages, individuals, and families. I believe that healing is real and achievable!
I have a passion for working with survivors of all forms of abuse and neglect, marriage and divorce, LGBTQ related issues, grief and child loss, and anxiety and depression.
I am now accepting new clients! I know the decision to seek therapy is sometimes difficult. It is important to find someone who feels safe and supportive. I work to provide a supportive, confidential, environment in which I work together with my clients toward their goals. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and children. I have worked extensively in the areas of trauma, abuse, domestic violence, divorce, blended families, anxiety and depression, and grief. I work with marriages, individuals, and families. I believe that healing is real and achievable!
(480) 378-7121 View (480) 378-7121
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Merrill Heslop
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
For over 30 years I have worked with adolescents and families seeking support with various life challenges. I specializes in adolescent and family relationship counseling, marriage, divorce, depression, addiction, sexual issues, and grief counseling.
For over 30 years I have worked with adolescents and families seeking support with various life challenges. I specializes in adolescent and family relationship counseling, marriage, divorce, depression, addiction, sexual issues, and grief counseling.
(928) 447-4940 View (928) 447-4940
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Karen Hawk
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
I specialize in couples and family issues such as multi-generational trauma, cultural and ethnic diversity, infidelity, betrayal, intimacy, communication, and pre marital therapy to ensure happiness.
Now accepting new clients for Individual, Family, and Couples Therapy – Weekend Appointments Available! Thank you for recognizing your worth and taking the step towards feeling better. I provide therapy for a wide range of challenges, including trauma, family and marital conflict, infidelity, intimacy issues, anxiety, depression, substance use, porn addiction, teen difficulties, midlife crises, loneliness, fear of abandonment, co-parenting, divorce recovery, grief, and navigating the impact of narcissism in relationships. I am passionate about empowering survivors of abuse to reclaim their confidence and live fulfilling lives.
I specialize in couples and family issues such as multi-generational trauma, cultural and ethnic diversity, infidelity, betrayal, intimacy, communication, and pre marital therapy to ensure happiness.
Now accepting new clients for Individual, Family, and Couples Therapy – Weekend Appointments Available! Thank you for recognizing your worth and taking the step towards feeling better. I provide therapy for a wide range of challenges, including trauma, family and marital conflict, infidelity, intimacy issues, anxiety, depression, substance use, porn addiction, teen difficulties, midlife crises, loneliness, fear of abandonment, co-parenting, divorce recovery, grief, and navigating the impact of narcissism in relationships. I am passionate about empowering survivors of abuse to reclaim their confidence and live fulfilling lives.
(480) 771-9905 View (480) 771-9905
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Colette M. Smiley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Queen Creek, AZ 85140  (Online Only)
I have been practicing for over 30 years. I am currently licensed in California and Arizona. I specialize in helping people work through difficult areas in their lives, which are often relationships; all sorts of relationships. While marriage can be the most challenging relationship anyone will ever experience, it can also be the most rewarding. I help people learn to communicate more effectively and overcome any barriers or traumas that may be interfering with this communication. I will help you identify how to find more satisfaction in your life and your relationships and how to experience peace and happiness within yourself.
I have been practicing for over 30 years. I am currently licensed in California and Arizona. I specialize in helping people work through difficult areas in their lives, which are often relationships; all sorts of relationships. While marriage can be the most challenging relationship anyone will ever experience, it can also be the most rewarding. I help people learn to communicate more effectively and overcome any barriers or traumas that may be interfering with this communication. I will help you identify how to find more satisfaction in your life and your relationships and how to experience peace and happiness within yourself.
(520) 254-6233 View (520) 254-6233
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Michelle Badger Lpc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
It is difficult to find the courage to seek help for the struggles you are facing. Once you are able to gain that courage we can work together to find strategies and solutions to assist you in reaching your potential in any area that is currently challenging for you.
It is difficult to find the courage to seek help for the struggles you are facing. Once you are able to gain that courage we can work together to find strategies and solutions to assist you in reaching your potential in any area that is currently challenging for you.
(732) 666-9756 View (732) 666-9756
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Laura Rice
Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Are you looking for a way to improve your overall well-being? I provide a safe and neutral counseling space for individuals, couples and families to work towards an overall improvement within their relationships, everyday life and mindset. One's choice to begin counseling is a positive decision towards self-care, improved relationships and a proactive way to handle life's hardships. Counseling provides an opportunity to learn ways to gain control over one's life, whether that be through trauma healing, relationship repair or one's own self awareness. I believe that the power of empathy within counseling can be life changing.
Are you looking for a way to improve your overall well-being? I provide a safe and neutral counseling space for individuals, couples and families to work towards an overall improvement within their relationships, everyday life and mindset. One's choice to begin counseling is a positive decision towards self-care, improved relationships and a proactive way to handle life's hardships. Counseling provides an opportunity to learn ways to gain control over one's life, whether that be through trauma healing, relationship repair or one's own self awareness. I believe that the power of empathy within counseling can be life changing.
(480) 405-5659 View (480) 405-5659
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Jennifer Koppes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
As an experienced licensed social worker, I am committed to helping you feel better and support you on a path to self-care and healing. With over 17 years of social work experience, I have specialization in trauma as a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focused, and training in trauma-based Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) and brainspotting techniques. I recognize that each individual has their own set of needs, and I will partner with you on your own journey to mental health and wellness. I will guide you to work through past traumas with compassion.
As an experienced licensed social worker, I am committed to helping you feel better and support you on a path to self-care and healing. With over 17 years of social work experience, I have specialization in trauma as a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focused, and training in trauma-based Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) and brainspotting techniques. I recognize that each individual has their own set of needs, and I will partner with you on your own journey to mental health and wellness. I will guide you to work through past traumas with compassion.
(480) 568-1804 View (480) 568-1804
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Sarah Simpson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, NPT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Welcome! I’m Sarah Simpson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Clinical Sexology doctoral student, dedicated to guiding individuals and couples through their unique journeys toward healing and connection. With a compassionate and holistic approach, I aim to create a safe space where you can explore your feelings, understand your experiences, and develop practical tools for growth. Therapeutic Approach: At Embodied Alignment Therapy, I integrate trauma-informed care with evidence-based therapies tailored to your needs. My focus is on fostering open communication, and building trust.
Welcome! I’m Sarah Simpson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Clinical Sexology doctoral student, dedicated to guiding individuals and couples through their unique journeys toward healing and connection. With a compassionate and holistic approach, I aim to create a safe space where you can explore your feelings, understand your experiences, and develop practical tools for growth. Therapeutic Approach: At Embodied Alignment Therapy, I integrate trauma-informed care with evidence-based therapies tailored to your needs. My focus is on fostering open communication, and building trust.
(928) 493-0593 View (928) 493-0593
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Shirley Hanson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Queen Creek, AZ 85140  (Online Only)
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional utilizing different modalities to help in the healing process. I am a certified Yoga Teacher and understand the importance of Mind Body Connection. I enjoy spending time with my family which includes my fur babies, hiking, yoga, reading and trying new recipes. “Mindfulness not only makes it possible to survey our internal landscape with compassion and curiosity but can also actively steer us in the right direction for self-care.” ― Bessel A. van der Kolk, The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional utilizing different modalities to help in the healing process. I am a certified Yoga Teacher and understand the importance of Mind Body Connection. I enjoy spending time with my family which includes my fur babies, hiking, yoga, reading and trying new recipes. “Mindfulness not only makes it possible to survey our internal landscape with compassion and curiosity but can also actively steer us in the right direction for self-care.” ― Bessel A. van der Kolk, The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma
(480) 914-4148 View (480) 914-4148

Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.