Elders (65+) Therapists in Tempe, AZ

My name is Susan Spehling. a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, currently licensed in Arizona, California, Oregon and Nevada, licensed since 2007 and in Private Practice since 2012. My work history includes, California Department of Corrections (CDCR) since 2005 as a clinical psychotherapist, Probation, Hospice, Hospitals, and Clinics, with extensive experience treating clients from a variety of cultures. I am also trained in disaster mental health intervention

My approach to therapy is collaborative and relational. I'm truly interested in you as a person. My work is based on the assumption that all people have strengths and inner resources that can be accessed by asking creative questions that generate new possibilities. This enhances life choices, and develops stories that allow for new ways of being in the world. I draw on cognitive behavior therapy, social construction, narrative therapy, systems therapy, and mindfulness in counseling to support clients in meeting their goals. Somatic experiencing is another specialty area for me, working with the nervous system for healing.

It’s not a question of “what’s wrong with me?” Rather, it’s putting into context what happened to you and its impact on your life. It’s about confronting the core issues of the past to make a positive change for the future. That’s the kind of philosophy her clients and Danielle have employed together enhancing the quality of life in the process. As a counselor serving court supervised clients of the State of Arizona, Danielle worked on the toughest cases usually involving truama, substance abuse, child abuse, and domestic violence. Sadly, those factors are passed onto others within the household creating generational trauma.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Private Practice, with over 30 years of experience in individual, family, marital, divorce, blended family, child and adolescent counseling, and veteran's issues. During that time, I have developed an understanding of human nature that guides me down the path to best help each individual. I believe that no one gets through life without some adversity and difficulty. I strive to treat each person as a unique individual and reinforce their worth and dignity. My clients range in ages from 2 through adult, including the geriatric group.

I obtained my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Arizona State University in 2011 and my Masters in Clinical Mental Health with a specialization in Equine-assisted Mental Health from Prescott College in 2016. I became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2020. I am currently completing trauma resolution training with the Somatic Experiencing Training Institute to become a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). Prior to opening my private practice, I trained and counseled throughout the Valley to develop skills to work with diverse populations and community

I am a Meaning-Centered counselor in Phoenix, Arizona with over 8 years of experience working in behavioral health. Today, more people come into therapy expressing feelings of emptiness and wondering does life have any meaning? What really makes life worth living? Is it all just meaningless suffering?

I believe that counseling is about empowering us to make the positive changes in our lives that we believe we need to live a fulfilling and happy life. Sometimes we have learned dysfunctional thought processes from the experiences life has provided us. Having a trusted professional to help us sift through our beliefs and thoughts in a non judgmental way can provide us with a different perspective, can enables us to make the changes that we already know we need to make, but have been unable to make happen.

I use research based brief therapy approaches to help COUPLES, FAMILIES, and INDIVIDUALS reduce distress and achieve more satisfying lives. I specialize in working with COUPLES using methods from Integrative Couple Therapy. I first carefully assess each partner's goals and concerns, identify troublesome patterns, and set a direction for change. Couples then decide if they want to work with me further to learn skills to reduce hurtful conflict and increase emotional and sexual intimacy. I also treat couples preparing for marriage, experiencing infidelity, or adjusting to separation and divorce.

Are you looking to be happy? Would you like skills to help you cope through some of the most stressful, sad, or troubling times in your life? Or are you looking to improve who you are and how you manage your relationships? I help clients increase self-esteem and learn more about themselves so they can reach their highest and best self. Though the power of empathy, experience, and knowledge, I have been a successful therapist since 2015.

You might be looking for someone who doesnt fit in with past therapists you have worked with, or maybe youre looking to try therapy for the first time and are worried you might end up with someone judgy or who doesnt understand who you are and how your life works. Maybe you feel stuck, out of control, or you just want to know why the hell you keep ending up in this same place AGAIN. Maybe youre confused by past experiences, diagnoses, or youre not even sure emotions are worth your time but wonder if there is a better life waiting for you.

Accepting New Clients. A licensed therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion and expertise. My approach to therapy is grounded in the belief that each person possesses the potential for growth and healing. By providing a supportive and non-judgmental space, I empower my clients to explore their thoughts and feelings, ultimately fostering a deeper understanding of themselves. My practice is centered around person-centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), offering a holistic approach to mental health.

Abby finds joy working with children ages 5-105. Children are special and the work with children with trauma ages 5-18 is my specialty. The way to healing is a unique trail from everyone and is not easy but you will be stronger through the process of healing. Abby is passionate about helping children grow into themselves and truly leave the past behind.

Struggling in life? Experiencing a big change? Are you trying to become a better version of yourself or just make it through the day? Life can sometimes feel hard and unbearable but it will get better. Whether due to stress, anxiety, depression, family issues, relationship issues, parenting issues, pregnancy, feeling stuck, you've already taken the first step of getting where you want to be by exploring this page.

I grew up in the lush rural countryside of Minnesota and moved to Arizona in 1982. I explored my youth and this beautiful state for several years, before settling down with a career in respiratory therapy. I worked for 26 years as Registered Respiratory Therapist – and met my soul mate and husband working together in the trenches of Intensive Care at a large trauma hospital. I am blessed with 3 amazing stepsons and their partners, and 7 beautiful grandchildren.

Life is tough, but you don't have to do it alone! If you are seeking guidance to manage depression, anxiety or navigate trauma, life transitions or stress, you are in the right place! Together, we can uncover underlying patterns, develop coping strategies, and build resilience. If you're wanting to go deeper I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and we could discuss utilizing EMDR to heal from trauma and other core issues that may lead to unhealthy relationships, lack of confidence and overall dissatisfaction with life. You deserve to feel joy and fulfillment!

I enjoy practicing from a sense of understanding who you are. I utilize strength-based approaches, family systems, and one’s biopsychosocial in their process and progression in therapy. Being able to support in life's transitions; I am sure there is something we can work out and schedule that works best for you. Please feel free to call, text or email to assess for a 10 min consult.

Accepting new clients. Hello & welcome to all seeking support towards their journey of healing & restoration! I believe that everyone can benefit from the growth that therapy provides, no matter the struggle. As a Licensed Associate Counselor I have experience working with adolescents, teens, & adults struggling with trauma, somatic issues, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, & life transitions. I support clients in connecting them to their strengths & increasing the mind-body connection to foster the innate capacity to heal.

During my experience as a Professional Counselor I have found that many people find comfort in my calming nature and my ability to explain and practice therapeutic techniques to reduce emotional discomfort such as anxiety, depression, frustration with focus, family or communication issues. I am exploration focused and enjoy using Existential Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients gain improved emotional comfort. I specialize primarily in grief and loss as well as anxiety disorders, but have helped people with many different types of emotional discomfort.

We all have challenges. Admittedly some are objectively harder than others but our own challenges are unique to each of us and can seem devastating from our perspective. I would like to help you work through yours. I am not going to give you platitudes. Instead, I want to help you learn to accept, cope, cry if you need to, and then get back up! It’s not easy, but you can do hard things! As a college professor, and my background in medicine, my natural instinct is to make sure you understand both the biological and psychological reasons behind your troubles and then we work together to put YOU back in control of your life.