Blue Cross Therapists in Tucson, AZ

Being a psychotherapist for over 4 decades, I recognize the necessity to honor each client as an individual and to help that client to recognize and reveal true thoughts and feelings. Feeling sad, shy, frightened, furious, or any other emotion can be expressed and healed in the individual and within the family. Timing and destiny are vitally important to reveal and recognize, but even more valuable is to know that our reaction to life's events can transform our world. Whether in the mind, emotions, or spirit all things are possible.

Welcome! I'm Cindy, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience guiding children, adolescents, and adults through life’s toughest challenges. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma, I understand how overwhelming these feelings can be. My passion lies in helping people like you find relief, regain control, and build a life filled with peace and resilience. If you’re seeking a space where you can feel truly understood and empowered, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

Are you looking to improve your self-esteem, consider important life decisions, or finally overcome your trauma? I would consider it an honor to accompany you in discovering the truest and most whole version of yourself. While many people are struggling with depression and anxiety from an abundance of stressors, these symptoms do not need to define your life. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to improving mental health because your life is entirely unique. I am excited to build a partnership with you to identify the goals that will improve your quality of life and then pursue them.

I'm a licensed clinical psychologist employed at Metta, a group private practice in Tucson. I have training and interest in working with a diverse number of clinical concerns including trauma and PTSD, attachment and developmental wounds, substance abuse, identity, self-discovery, and self-worth, difficult life transitions, relational issues, mood disorders, grief and loss, depression, and anxiety. I highly prioritize creating a safe, non-judgmental, trusting relationship with clients. I believe clients know themselves best, but I assist with gaining insight, self-understanding, and developing self-compassion and worth.

I love my profession and am committed to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and discover their potential. With a solid background in education as a public educator, I bring a unique perspective to my counseling practice, blending insights from both fields to offer comprehensive support to my clients. I offer clients a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

The role of a counselor is to help clients live their best life possible and help them help themselves through life issues that are sometimes temporary or permanent. Each person has a view of what happiness is and problem situations sometimes intrude on that happiness in the form of anxiety, depression, and substance abuse, sickness, and many other manifestations. Meeting clients where they are and helping them get where they want to be is my passion. Respect is my foundation for building a rapport with my clients. If you respect something, you do not harm it; you honor it. I show respect through my actions of being open and honest.

I think we can all agree that life is challenging at times, but it can be a beautiful adventure, sometimes we just need someone to help us throughout our journey of self-discovery. Our pain, although unpleasant, can be an instrument that leads to growth and healing. The fact that your reading this means you still have hope. I’m glad you made it this far because that tells me that even after all you’ve been through, you believe in the possibility of change.

Jacqui's professional background includes outpatient mental health, mobile crisis services, the VA Healthcare system nursing home program, community prevention and diversion services. She has worked with a wide range of individuals diagnosed with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance use and personality disorders.

My service goal is to provide the highest level of counseling services, in order to empower individuals to lead healthy and productive lives. Our services are directed towards the individual's ability to personalize and make counseling practical to their life experiences, thus enhancing feelings of belonging, acceptance of personal responsibility and empowering themselves to make choices and decisions that lead to positive consequences.

I partner with you as the expert in your experience. We will work together to address anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, work or relationship/family stressors, substance or alcohol use, and chronic pain. I work with individuals and have a passion for older adults and their family members.

Therapy is a unique experience for each person, and I do my best to keep this in mind each time I meet with someone for the first time who has sought to begin that process with me. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety and stress, a lack of direction, a major life change, difficulties in your relationship or any other barrier to a life filled with satisfaction, meaning and purpose; I will meet you where you are at on that journey and work together with you on goals that you find most important.

I help adults and couples navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship conflicts. My integrative approach combines evidence-based therapies, focusing on your unique needs and goals. I aim to create a compassionate, safe space where you feel supported in facing life’s difficulties. My commitment is to walk with you, providing tools and insights that empower you toward healing and growth.

I am currently accepting new clients. I work with teens, college students, and older adults, offering a safe and affirming space, especially for LGBTQ+ clients. I have experience with ADHD, brain injuries, grief, and anxiety, and I’m committed to helping you navigate these challenges. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and I’m here to support you at your pace, focusing on what matters most to you. My role is to provide you with the tools you need to succeed.

Life has many ups and downs. Some are more challenging than others. Learning new coping skills to manage challenging emotions, developing resilience, and building on strengths can make a difference in how we cope with life transitions and promote self-discovery. I would like to support you in your healing journey while emphasizing growth and helping you reach your desired goals.

We have immediate availability for psychiatric evaluations and med management as well as outpatient psychotherapy for individual, relationship therapy and psychedelic integration. We provide Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). We work with those experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, self-esteem, PTSD, OCD, and childhood traumas. We have experience counseling people exploring sexual orientation and identity, consensual/ethical non-monogamy/polyamory and other relationship issues. We also have therapists that specialize in mindfulness, sensorimotor psychotherapy, IFS, EMDR and psychedelic integration and KAP.

I mostly work with active and retired public safety (incl DOC), EMS, fire, ER staff, active duty and combat vets as clients. I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC), licensed independent substance abuse counselor (LISAC), national certified counselor (NCC), clinically certified forensic counselor (NFC), trauma and anger therapist.

We all want and deserve happiness and well-being! We provide informed, effective, and compassionate support to guide you toward your own personal goals and transformation. Our highly trained and experienced Doctoral Level professionals work with a range of concerns and offer evidence based positive psychology tailored and personalized to your specific needs. Learning new skills and habits in a safe and respectful therapeutic relationship can improve one’s effectiveness to cope with a range of life's challenges. Our specialists help you to focus on self-discovery and living more joyfully and authentically. Find us at MettaAZ.com.

I help individuals who struggle with long-term alcohol and substance use. Many use substances to cope with depression, anxiety, rejection, and stress, but this can lead to challenges in daily life, such as difficulties in social interactions, managing responsibilities, and maintaining healthy relationships. In therapy, I assist clients in understanding their reliance on substances, finding healthier coping strategies, and addressing underlying issues like a lack of purpose and difficulty connecting with others, to support a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Have you found therapy unhelpful in the past? If you are looking for a change and a new approach, I can help. I have more than 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples and families overcome life's hurdles and feel fulfilled. I have a passion for helping individuals overcome PTSD, CPTSD, developmental, religious and other specific trauma. I have experience working with neurodivergent individuals, borderline, narcissistic and anti-social personalities, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, OCD, phobias, eating disorders, addiction, disassociation and chronic pain. I am passionate about LGBTQ+ and gender identity issues.