Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Scottsdale, AZ
I am accepting new Clients and I am now Licensed in Arizona and Pennsylvania. My experience as a clinician is working with individuals who have experienced trauma. I have worked with survivors of incest, sex trafficking, domestic violence and sexual assault. I am allied with consensual sex workers. Allied and part of LGBTQIA+ community.
I am accepting new Clients and I am now Licensed in Arizona and Pennsylvania. My experience as a clinician is working with individuals who have experienced trauma. I have worked with survivors of incest, sex trafficking, domestic violence and sexual assault. I am allied with consensual sex workers. Allied and part of LGBTQIA+ community.
Brooks Counseling AZ
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85260 (Online Only)
Does it feel impossible to engage in routine activities? Do you find yourself isolating from others? Is chronic illness impacting your or your loved one’s daily life? Have you been struggling with sleep at night? Are you going through a challenging life transition such as a loved one’s death, divorce, childbirth, or retirement? I work with adults who are striving to improve their quality of life and regain control in the midst of chaos. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and life transitions. I work with my clients using an integrated approach in order to empower them to reach their full potential.
Does it feel impossible to engage in routine activities? Do you find yourself isolating from others? Is chronic illness impacting your or your loved one’s daily life? Have you been struggling with sleep at night? Are you going through a challenging life transition such as a loved one’s death, divorce, childbirth, or retirement? I work with adults who are striving to improve their quality of life and regain control in the midst of chaos. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and life transitions. I work with my clients using an integrated approach in order to empower them to reach their full potential.
Affirmative therapy provides a safe environment for clients in the LGBTQ+ community to express and understand their unique emotional and mental health needs in a heteronormative culture. As part of the community, I approach everyone with an open mind understanding my experience may be similar but also unique from your own identity and sexual experience. Most of my therapy is provided via online video sessions. I have completed certification in telemental health to better assist my clients. Online therapy provides greater access to clients, offers greater flexibility, removes barriers to therapy, & decreases anxiety to seeking care.
Affirmative therapy provides a safe environment for clients in the LGBTQ+ community to express and understand their unique emotional and mental health needs in a heteronormative culture. As part of the community, I approach everyone with an open mind understanding my experience may be similar but also unique from your own identity and sexual experience. Most of my therapy is provided via online video sessions. I have completed certification in telemental health to better assist my clients. Online therapy provides greater access to clients, offers greater flexibility, removes barriers to therapy, & decreases anxiety to seeking care.
Intelligent Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (Online Only)
I specialize in trauma, depression (including perinatal mental health issues), anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders challenges, emotional codependency, as well LGBTQA related issues. I am a licensed professional counselor, with extensive trauma training. I primarily use a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) approach so healing can begin today. I also provide psychoeducation so you understand the dynamics. I am personable, a very good listener, and passionate about your healing. I often use humor as part of the healing process.
I specialize in trauma, depression (including perinatal mental health issues), anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders challenges, emotional codependency, as well LGBTQA related issues. I am a licensed professional counselor, with extensive trauma training. I primarily use a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) approach so healing can begin today. I also provide psychoeducation so you understand the dynamics. I am personable, a very good listener, and passionate about your healing. I often use humor as part of the healing process.
Teri Nelson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
Hi there- I work with highly motivated individuals who have endured childhood/recent trauma or who are struggling with recurring emotional pain who want freedom, and healing, and have the desire to feel less sensitive to the thoughts, emotional pain, or images. If you are looking for a therapist who creates a safe therapeutic environment and focuses on overcoming challenges and skill-building to find healing, we may be a good fit. You may have tried a variety of things before and it can be frustrating. I want you to see some real change and feel better. You can contact me today for a free consultation.
Hi there- I work with highly motivated individuals who have endured childhood/recent trauma or who are struggling with recurring emotional pain who want freedom, and healing, and have the desire to feel less sensitive to the thoughts, emotional pain, or images. If you are looking for a therapist who creates a safe therapeutic environment and focuses on overcoming challenges and skill-building to find healing, we may be a good fit. You may have tried a variety of things before and it can be frustrating. I want you to see some real change and feel better. You can contact me today for a free consultation.
Dr. Leslie H Sherlin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MAC, MSc, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. I specialize in helping you identify the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that may be holding you back. Together, we’ll build the skills and find the paths to a more fulfilling, meaningful, and joyful life. My approach offers a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore and understand every aspect of your experience.
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. I specialize in helping you identify the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that may be holding you back. Together, we’ll build the skills and find the paths to a more fulfilling, meaningful, and joyful life. My approach offers a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore and understand every aspect of your experience.
Skye Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Is childhood trauma holding you back from living fully as an adult? Do you notice repeating patterns in your life or relationships? You may have tried therapy before, but still feel stuck despite your best efforts. You may feel disconnected, overwhelmed, limited, or trapped in emotional and relationship cycles. You’re not alone, and healing is possible. Trauma often manifests as relationship challenges, difficulty managing emotions, or low self-worth, and keep your nervous system in a state of survival. By working together, and with your nervous system, we can help you heal and live a life of greater connection and peace.
Is childhood trauma holding you back from living fully as an adult? Do you notice repeating patterns in your life or relationships? You may have tried therapy before, but still feel stuck despite your best efforts. You may feel disconnected, overwhelmed, limited, or trapped in emotional and relationship cycles. You’re not alone, and healing is possible. Trauma often manifests as relationship challenges, difficulty managing emotions, or low self-worth, and keep your nervous system in a state of survival. By working together, and with your nervous system, we can help you heal and live a life of greater connection and peace.
Only taking clients seeking evaluations, not counseling/therapy! Do you feel overwhelmed by worry, restlessness, intrusive thoughts, or constant self-criticism? Are you experiencing problems with sleep, concentration, or memory? Do you feel hopeless and burnt out? Do you feel like you've lost a sense of who you are, struggle socially, and feel uncertain about the world or your future? This is far more common than you might think. Depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress can present vastly different depending on the individual. Whatever your current challenges may be, I'm here to help you navigate your journey.
Only taking clients seeking evaluations, not counseling/therapy! Do you feel overwhelmed by worry, restlessness, intrusive thoughts, or constant self-criticism? Are you experiencing problems with sleep, concentration, or memory? Do you feel hopeless and burnt out? Do you feel like you've lost a sense of who you are, struggle socially, and feel uncertain about the world or your future? This is far more common than you might think. Depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress can present vastly different depending on the individual. Whatever your current challenges may be, I'm here to help you navigate your journey.
Julia Poole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, ADHD-CP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85257 (Online Only)
Hi, there! I'm Julia, an ADHD therapist who specializes in supporting fellow ADHD women. I help women with concerns related to executive functioning, anxiety, perfectionism, and stress management. Whether you are a college student who is having a hard time adjusting to adulthood, an overwhelmed and overstimulated parent, or a stressed-to-the-max professional who wants true work-life balance, I can help you reconnect with yourself, calm the chaos, & create the balance you need - and - deserve within your daily life. It's time to stop putting everyone and everything first and finally focus on you. You've got this - and I can help!
Hi, there! I'm Julia, an ADHD therapist who specializes in supporting fellow ADHD women. I help women with concerns related to executive functioning, anxiety, perfectionism, and stress management. Whether you are a college student who is having a hard time adjusting to adulthood, an overwhelmed and overstimulated parent, or a stressed-to-the-max professional who wants true work-life balance, I can help you reconnect with yourself, calm the chaos, & create the balance you need - and - deserve within your daily life. It's time to stop putting everyone and everything first and finally focus on you. You've got this - and I can help!
Alan Aymami Lcsw Sep
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Finding peace, clarity and happiness isn't easy when life brings confusion, pain, loneliness and disconnection from yourself and others- and I'd like to help. There is hope for change. I know because I've been through struggles too, and because you are reading this now I believe this is your time to reach out and claim your inner power and authentic self waiting to bring you joy. To assist in your journey, I use experience together with training I receive as a therapist at The Meadows, a world-renowned treatment facility for anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and relationship issues, along with several other treatment models.
Finding peace, clarity and happiness isn't easy when life brings confusion, pain, loneliness and disconnection from yourself and others- and I'd like to help. There is hope for change. I know because I've been through struggles too, and because you are reading this now I believe this is your time to reach out and claim your inner power and authentic self waiting to bring you joy. To assist in your journey, I use experience together with training I receive as a therapist at The Meadows, a world-renowned treatment facility for anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and relationship issues, along with several other treatment models.
Amy L Rubin Lotus Counseling Llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LISAC, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Show up in your life. Anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, life transitions, depression, addiction, Recovery support. Begin change-making now. I'll help you challenge negative beliefs, change old behaviors, and achieve growth. We'll focus on practical steps and goals to create lasting change. I'll help you identify patterns in relationships to foster more positive interactions. A past event you can't get past? I'm a Certified EMDR Therapist with advanced training in ADHD treatment. As a Master Addiction Counselor, I’ll support you as we identify and disentangle unhelpful patterns in your life. Adults only, please. Email me vs call.
Show up in your life. Anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, life transitions, depression, addiction, Recovery support. Begin change-making now. I'll help you challenge negative beliefs, change old behaviors, and achieve growth. We'll focus on practical steps and goals to create lasting change. I'll help you identify patterns in relationships to foster more positive interactions. A past event you can't get past? I'm a Certified EMDR Therapist with advanced training in ADHD treatment. As a Master Addiction Counselor, I’ll support you as we identify and disentangle unhelpful patterns in your life. Adults only, please. Email me vs call.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP, CDWF
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
My expertise is providing counseling services to children, adolescents, adults and families who are seeking trauma healing and resolution, desire to exploring more vulnerability, improving boundaries, developing a more secure identity and sense of self, shame resiliency, and learning to relate in a more compassionate way. With each client and/or family, I hope to provide a collaborative, peaceful, and confidential environment so healing can begin and ease can become a way of life.
My expertise is providing counseling services to children, adolescents, adults and families who are seeking trauma healing and resolution, desire to exploring more vulnerability, improving boundaries, developing a more secure identity and sense of self, shame resiliency, and learning to relate in a more compassionate way. With each client and/or family, I hope to provide a collaborative, peaceful, and confidential environment so healing can begin and ease can become a way of life.
Paula Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CFTP, CTP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
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Do you feel like you are not being supported or heard? Do you feel overwhelmed in your day to day routine or overwhelmed with life? Are you tired sitting in other therapy offices with no results? Are you feeling overwhelmed with picking a therapist? Finding a good therapist is challenging and exhausting. Therapy can be scary but it does not have to be. You deserve a therapist that will work with you to get results. I can help you with that. If I am not a good fit, I will help you find a therapist who is. I offer holistic approaches to help heal the symptoms you are experiencing. Text or email. I answer all inquiries.
Do you feel like you are not being supported or heard? Do you feel overwhelmed in your day to day routine or overwhelmed with life? Are you tired sitting in other therapy offices with no results? Are you feeling overwhelmed with picking a therapist? Finding a good therapist is challenging and exhausting. Therapy can be scary but it does not have to be. You deserve a therapist that will work with you to get results. I can help you with that. If I am not a good fit, I will help you find a therapist who is. I offer holistic approaches to help heal the symptoms you are experiencing. Text or email. I answer all inquiries.
Peacetree Pathway
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (Online Only)
Therapy is such a wonderful tool in this world. I've loved seeing how much it can transform us. We have all of these great statistics, videos, podcasts, and social media posts with testimonials about therapy, accounting for its effectiveness. Yet still, it can be a struggle for many people to start therapy. If you're here right now, browsing through all the therapist profiles, it can be a lot to take on! Rest assured, there's a therapist out there (whether it's me or not) who's a great fit for you and your needs, so don't lose heart! By being here now, you've already taken a step on your path forward. Congratulations and welcome.
Therapy is such a wonderful tool in this world. I've loved seeing how much it can transform us. We have all of these great statistics, videos, podcasts, and social media posts with testimonials about therapy, accounting for its effectiveness. Yet still, it can be a struggle for many people to start therapy. If you're here right now, browsing through all the therapist profiles, it can be a lot to take on! Rest assured, there's a therapist out there (whether it's me or not) who's a great fit for you and your needs, so don't lose heart! By being here now, you've already taken a step on your path forward. Congratulations and welcome.
Cynthia Ramos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTS-I
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (Online Only)
Welcome, I'm delighted that you've embarked on this journey of self-discovery, growth, and healing. I would be honored to provide you with a safe space to work towards your healing and transformation. As a Latinx therapist, I am passionate about serving the Spanish-speaking community and helping to lessen the stigma of accessing mental health services. I am equally as passionate about working with children, teens, and their families so that they may overcome any challenges they are facing. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families using a variety of evidence-based methods that are tailored to you.
Welcome, I'm delighted that you've embarked on this journey of self-discovery, growth, and healing. I would be honored to provide you with a safe space to work towards your healing and transformation. As a Latinx therapist, I am passionate about serving the Spanish-speaking community and helping to lessen the stigma of accessing mental health services. I am equally as passionate about working with children, teens, and their families so that they may overcome any challenges they are facing. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families using a variety of evidence-based methods that are tailored to you.
Lacy Walther -Peace Love Happiness Counseling Of Arizona
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
I am an LAC with the philosophy that all individuals are the expert in their own lives. My education and training allows me to support individuals in identifying the cause of their challenges and help them learn new strategies to approach or cope with these challenges. My goal is when the therapeutic relationship comes to a close, clients leave feeling stronger and more resilient, with the internal resources to face life’s challenges. Seeking therapy is brave and vulnerable, it can sometimes feel scary, awkward, even uncomfortable, I get that.
I am an LAC with the philosophy that all individuals are the expert in their own lives. My education and training allows me to support individuals in identifying the cause of their challenges and help them learn new strategies to approach or cope with these challenges. My goal is when the therapeutic relationship comes to a close, clients leave feeling stronger and more resilient, with the internal resources to face life’s challenges. Seeking therapy is brave and vulnerable, it can sometimes feel scary, awkward, even uncomfortable, I get that.
Life isn't always easy to deal with. The way we think, feel, and behave affects how we handle a certain situation. The relationships we have directly influences our lives. I want to help you through your life journey by helping you set clear boundaries with others, helping you overcome challenges, and by helping you find your inner strength. I can help you create appropriate coping skills and gain more awareness in your life. My goal is to empower you and watch you grow into your highest potential. Together, we can create goals and work hard to reach those goals. All you have to do is try.
Life isn't always easy to deal with. The way we think, feel, and behave affects how we handle a certain situation. The relationships we have directly influences our lives. I want to help you through your life journey by helping you set clear boundaries with others, helping you overcome challenges, and by helping you find your inner strength. I can help you create appropriate coping skills and gain more awareness in your life. My goal is to empower you and watch you grow into your highest potential. Together, we can create goals and work hard to reach those goals. All you have to do is try.
Dr. Angela Kenzslowe
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85261 (Online Only)
Stress. Anxiety. Trauma. Challenges like this can make life hard. You're agitated easy, your relationships and work suffer, and as time goes on- health declines. Sleep becomes priceless. As a busy professional, it’s important that you have the tools to feel better and be better. As a psychologist and MBA who's worked in fast paced environments - I get it! During our work together, you will learn tools and skills to manage life. There is no need to suffer. Let's process what's causing the symptoms by getting to the root of the problem. To heal, we use evidence based treatments -including EMDR.
Stress. Anxiety. Trauma. Challenges like this can make life hard. You're agitated easy, your relationships and work suffer, and as time goes on- health declines. Sleep becomes priceless. As a busy professional, it’s important that you have the tools to feel better and be better. As a psychologist and MBA who's worked in fast paced environments - I get it! During our work together, you will learn tools and skills to manage life. There is no need to suffer. Let's process what's causing the symptoms by getting to the root of the problem. To heal, we use evidence based treatments -including EMDR.
I specialize in working with children, teens, adults, and families. I have extensive training in psychological assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as general mental health challenges. In individual therapy, I believe in a neurodiversity affirming approach that utilizes individual strengths to support areas of challenge. I incorporate strategies from cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, emotional-focused, and interpersonal therapies to help client’s reach their best potential. In family therapy, I utilize Emotionally Focused Family Therapy to help families better understand each others’ attachment needs.
I specialize in working with children, teens, adults, and families. I have extensive training in psychological assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as general mental health challenges. In individual therapy, I believe in a neurodiversity affirming approach that utilizes individual strengths to support areas of challenge. I incorporate strategies from cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, emotional-focused, and interpersonal therapies to help client’s reach their best potential. In family therapy, I utilize Emotionally Focused Family Therapy to help families better understand each others’ attachment needs.
Alyssa Mandel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, CEDS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
I am the founder and Director of The Mandel Center of Arizona and have created an environment to promote psychotherapeutic healing to people in need. My philosophy centers on empowering clients through the therapeutic relationship. I feel that by working with patients from a non-judgmental perspective, fostering a comfortable and trusting environment and "being where the client is", the time spent in treatment is made more productive for all involved. I provide a safe environment that promotes personal growth using proven therapeutic techniques and over 25+ years of experience.
I am the founder and Director of The Mandel Center of Arizona and have created an environment to promote psychotherapeutic healing to people in need. My philosophy centers on empowering clients through the therapeutic relationship. I feel that by working with patients from a non-judgmental perspective, fostering a comfortable and trusting environment and "being where the client is", the time spent in treatment is made more productive for all involved. I provide a safe environment that promotes personal growth using proven therapeutic techniques and over 25+ years of experience.
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