Family Therapy in Avondale, AZ
Valerie Girod
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Avondale, AZ 85392
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I have offices in Peoria, Avondale, and Scottsdale Arizona. I graduated from the University of Oklahoma. I have 18 years of experience in the social service field and have been a Clinical Director for several programs in the valley, but enjoy providing therapy to individuals and families the most. I work with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, couples, and family therapy. I understand that taking the first step towards getting help can be the most difficult and look forward to gaining your trust and helping you regain peace in your life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I have offices in Peoria, Avondale, and Scottsdale Arizona. I graduated from the University of Oklahoma. I have 18 years of experience in the social service field and have been a Clinical Director for several programs in the valley, but enjoy providing therapy to individuals and families the most. I work with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, couples, and family therapy. I understand that taking the first step towards getting help can be the most difficult and look forward to gaining your trust and helping you regain peace in your life.
As a licensed therapist, I have supported a variety of people in resolving troublesome situations that have been limiting their ability to effectively meet the challenges of their daily lives. These situations may be related to their jobs, relationships with friends and family, or the negative self-talk that we impose on ourselves. I have worked alongside families that are experiencing challenges related to having a child with a developmental disability. This included supporting the child with the disability themselves.
As a licensed therapist, I have supported a variety of people in resolving troublesome situations that have been limiting their ability to effectively meet the challenges of their daily lives. These situations may be related to their jobs, relationships with friends and family, or the negative self-talk that we impose on ourselves. I have worked alongside families that are experiencing challenges related to having a child with a developmental disability. This included supporting the child with the disability themselves.
These difficulties can create a ripple effect for both the individual and the family.
At Dawn Childhood Foundation, it is our mission to support the prevention and healing of trauma through innovative mental health services that treat the whole person, equip parents, and nurture resilient families. We strive to be Arizona’s leader in treating children and families who have experienced trauma and adversity - through innovative care, and a collaborative approach with a multi-specialty team.
These difficulties can create a ripple effect for both the individual and the family.
At Dawn Childhood Foundation, it is our mission to support the prevention and healing of trauma through innovative mental health services that treat the whole person, equip parents, and nurture resilient families. We strive to be Arizona’s leader in treating children and families who have experienced trauma and adversity - through innovative care, and a collaborative approach with a multi-specialty team.
This approach may include elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, dialectical-behavioral therapy, family systems, solution-focused brief therapy and creative arts therapy.
As a counselor at Lifeline Professional Counseling, my goal is to equip you to reach yours. I provide a variety of services for all ages, and I enjoy working with individuals and families. I specialize in relationship issues and emotional disturbance. I am trained in various techniques that help with the resolution of family conflicts, couples concerns, relationship issues and personality corrections. I help clients through issues of domestic violence, anger management, anxiety, depression and trauma.
This approach may include elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, dialectical-behavioral therapy, family systems, solution-focused brief therapy and creative arts therapy.
As a counselor at Lifeline Professional Counseling, my goal is to equip you to reach yours. I provide a variety of services for all ages, and I enjoy working with individuals and families. I specialize in relationship issues and emotional disturbance. I am trained in various techniques that help with the resolution of family conflicts, couples concerns, relationship issues and personality corrections. I help clients through issues of domestic violence, anger management, anxiety, depression and trauma.
Nayeli Duncan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Avondale, AZ 85323 (Online Only)
Are you noticing yourself being consumed by anxious thoughts? Are you finding it difficult to live your best life in the present moment, and catching yourself drifting off? It’s ok. Many of us do, especially in this day and age where there are a million-and-one things pulling us in different directions. From your tasks at work or home, in relationships, and/or with family, anxiety may be interfering. Or perhaps you are noticing resurfaced trauma that is aiding in your inability to have meaningful relationships resulting in isolation and misunderstood pain.
Are you noticing yourself being consumed by anxious thoughts? Are you finding it difficult to live your best life in the present moment, and catching yourself drifting off? It’s ok. Many of us do, especially in this day and age where there are a million-and-one things pulling us in different directions. From your tasks at work or home, in relationships, and/or with family, anxiety may be interfering. Or perhaps you are noticing resurfaced trauma that is aiding in your inability to have meaningful relationships resulting in isolation and misunderstood pain.
Viridiana Zendejas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Avondale, AZ 85323 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
¿Hola, que tal? I hope you realize what an incredible step you’re taking towards healing and self-discovery. As an immigrant or the child of immigrant parents, childhood may have come with responsibilities you did not ask for. Although these expectations provide great skills, they also come with challenges like continuing to feel responsible for family’s wellbeing, struggles with balancing family’s expectations of you and your actual preferences, feeling like you don’t always belong in spaces, making sense of mixed emotions like gratitude for family sacrifices while also feeling upset with what you and/or family had to go through.
¿Hola, que tal? I hope you realize what an incredible step you’re taking towards healing and self-discovery. As an immigrant or the child of immigrant parents, childhood may have come with responsibilities you did not ask for. Although these expectations provide great skills, they also come with challenges like continuing to feel responsible for family’s wellbeing, struggles with balancing family’s expectations of you and your actual preferences, feeling like you don’t always belong in spaces, making sense of mixed emotions like gratitude for family sacrifices while also feeling upset with what you and/or family had to go through.
Dawn Marie Bellingham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAPC, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Avondale, AZ 85323
Welcome to Grace & Gratitude Counseling, PLLC. My desire is that you will find hope and healing throughout your journey. I have been working in the mental health and addiction field for 15 years. Additionally, I have worked in the education field for over 20 years. My expertise includes working in the areas of Christian counseling, trauma work, experiential therapy, mental health, relationships, family, and addiction. I also have a passion for working with adolescents and young adults. I spent time at the junior high and high school level teaching English, working as a guidance counselor, and as a social worker.
Welcome to Grace & Gratitude Counseling, PLLC. My desire is that you will find hope and healing throughout your journey. I have been working in the mental health and addiction field for 15 years. Additionally, I have worked in the education field for over 20 years. My expertise includes working in the areas of Christian counseling, trauma work, experiential therapy, mental health, relationships, family, and addiction. I also have a passion for working with adolescents and young adults. I spent time at the junior high and high school level teaching English, working as a guidance counselor, and as a social worker.
Sonoran Life Solutions
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Avondale, AZ 85392
Sonoran Life Solutions is an outpatient counseling office with locations in Peoria and Goodyear. We offer some of the lowest private pay rates: $100 to see a Independently Licensed Therapist and $65 to see our amazing Life Coach or our counseling interns. We are a group of 21. We are licensed through the AZBBHE. We provide individual, couples, and family therapy. We are open Mon-Fri 7a-9p and Sat from 8a-5p. We accept almost all insurance plans. We also accept most Employee Assistance Programs. SLS believes in making counseling services affordable for those who need it.
Sonoran Life Solutions is an outpatient counseling office with locations in Peoria and Goodyear. We offer some of the lowest private pay rates: $100 to see a Independently Licensed Therapist and $65 to see our amazing Life Coach or our counseling interns. We are a group of 21. We are licensed through the AZBBHE. We provide individual, couples, and family therapy. We are open Mon-Fri 7a-9p and Sat from 8a-5p. We accept almost all insurance plans. We also accept most Employee Assistance Programs. SLS believes in making counseling services affordable for those who need it.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified EMDR Therapist, I am deeply committed to helping adolescents and adults heal and rediscover the joy that can be overshadowed by childhood adversities, trauma, abuse, and daily life stressors including anxiety and depression. My integrated approach combines techniques from EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Sand Tray Therapy. My goal is to empower individuals and families to unlock their potential, fostering positive change and building resilience for a brighter future.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified EMDR Therapist, I am deeply committed to helping adolescents and adults heal and rediscover the joy that can be overshadowed by childhood adversities, trauma, abuse, and daily life stressors including anxiety and depression. My integrated approach combines techniques from EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Sand Tray Therapy. My goal is to empower individuals and families to unlock their potential, fostering positive change and building resilience for a brighter future.
My approach to therapy is client centered, using a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT and family systems therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
My approach to therapy is client centered, using a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT and family systems therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
Mercy Burton Russell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Avondale, AZ 85392 (Online Only)
Are you ready to take on your unhappiness and frustration? In your marriage, at work, with family or children? You've noticed you aren't as motivated or energetic, you are often worried or angry or can't sleep. Strong emotions or reactions often catch you by surprise. The skills you have mastered and your usual confidence are falling short. My passion is diving deep with you to discover the hidden strengths and talents that will lead you forward. Finding the simple path in the big picture is my special talent. With science-based expertise in relationship systems and individual optimization, I employ knowledge and intuition in lendin
Are you ready to take on your unhappiness and frustration? In your marriage, at work, with family or children? You've noticed you aren't as motivated or energetic, you are often worried or angry or can't sleep. Strong emotions or reactions often catch you by surprise. The skills you have mastered and your usual confidence are falling short. My passion is diving deep with you to discover the hidden strengths and talents that will lead you forward. Finding the simple path in the big picture is my special talent. With science-based expertise in relationship systems and individual optimization, I employ knowledge and intuition in lendin
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I wanted to get into the mental health field from a young age, as I was always surrounded by friends and family who struggled with mental health.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
I wanted to get into the mental health field from a young age, as I was always surrounded by friends and family who struggled with mental health.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
In addition to therapy sessions for adults, parents and family units, I also conduct community support groups and educational groups for clients who find value in being part of a setting where thoughts, emotions and different ideas can be safely shared.
Hello. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and School Social Worker and have worked in community mental health clinics and school settings. I earned a PhD in transformative learning from the California Institute of Integral Studies and a Master of Social work from the University of New England. The focus of my work is in two areas. One area is the impact of complex trauma on individuals and family systems. In this work I address PTSD caused by long-term family and intimate partner violence and conflict. The other area is how individuals and people in their support systems deal effectively with serious mental illness
In addition to therapy sessions for adults, parents and family units, I also conduct community support groups and educational groups for clients who find value in being part of a setting where thoughts, emotions and different ideas can be safely shared.
Hello. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and School Social Worker and have worked in community mental health clinics and school settings. I earned a PhD in transformative learning from the California Institute of Integral Studies and a Master of Social work from the University of New England. The focus of my work is in two areas. One area is the impact of complex trauma on individuals and family systems. In this work I address PTSD caused by long-term family and intimate partner violence and conflict. The other area is how individuals and people in their support systems deal effectively with serious mental illness
As a young soldier, I learned early in life the importance of a family support system.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that works with adults and adolescents that want to create change in their lives and relationships. I have spent my career at a local non-profit agency focused on helping children of trauma and their families heal. My passion is guiding families to process the past and make a meaningful future where they feel emotionally close and safe. For couples, I invite you to explore what each of you brings to the relationship and what you might need from it, so that the relationship may flourish in the future.
As a young soldier, I learned early in life the importance of a family support system.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that works with adults and adolescents that want to create change in their lives and relationships. I have spent my career at a local non-profit agency focused on helping children of trauma and their families heal. My passion is guiding families to process the past and make a meaningful future where they feel emotionally close and safe. For couples, I invite you to explore what each of you brings to the relationship and what you might need from it, so that the relationship may flourish in the future.
Dr. Noé Vargas
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Avondale, AZ 85392 (Online Only)
If you are experiencing self-rejection, anxiety, depression, psychological trauma, grieving, feel lost, or have an addictive behavior, dare yourself to overcome such emotions, experiences, and self-defeating behaviors. Learn how to be self-compassionate and introspect and find your inner strength to give meaning, courage, and direction to your life. Learn how to balance your life, work towards your genuine and authentic self, and overcome negative emotions and behaviors. With hard work, dedication, and the appropriate support, you can live the life you have dreamed of. Set a counseling appointment with me today! Thank you.
If you are experiencing self-rejection, anxiety, depression, psychological trauma, grieving, feel lost, or have an addictive behavior, dare yourself to overcome such emotions, experiences, and self-defeating behaviors. Learn how to be self-compassionate and introspect and find your inner strength to give meaning, courage, and direction to your life. Learn how to balance your life, work towards your genuine and authentic self, and overcome negative emotions and behaviors. With hard work, dedication, and the appropriate support, you can live the life you have dreamed of. Set a counseling appointment with me today! Thank you.
Cristina Hidalgo Holiday
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Avondale, AZ 85323 (Online Only)
Life’s journey is full of twists and turns, and mental health challenges can sometimes make the path feel overwhelming. As your therapist, I’m here to support you through these difficulties, guiding you toward a brighter, more emotionally balanced future. I understand that navigating the complexities of mental health requires more than just conversation—it demands a deep understanding of your unique struggles. With over 10 years of experience, I specialize in helping clients unravel complex emotions, providing clarity and relief along the way.
Life’s journey is full of twists and turns, and mental health challenges can sometimes make the path feel overwhelming. As your therapist, I’m here to support you through these difficulties, guiding you toward a brighter, more emotionally balanced future. I understand that navigating the complexities of mental health requires more than just conversation—it demands a deep understanding of your unique struggles. With over 10 years of experience, I specialize in helping clients unravel complex emotions, providing clarity and relief along the way.
¡Hola! Soy una Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) y actualmente trabajo con Lifeline PCS en Chandler. Brindo terapia presencial y virtual. Trabajo con individuos de diferentes edades que estén interesados en crear una mejor versión de sí mismos. Tengo experiencia ayudando a personas con ansiedad, depresión, duelo, trauma, dificultades de identidad y autoestima, cambios y ajustes en la vida o simplemente están pasando por una situación difícil.
¡Hola! Soy una Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) y actualmente trabajo con Lifeline PCS en Chandler. Brindo terapia presencial y virtual. Trabajo con individuos de diferentes edades que estén interesados en crear una mejor versión de sí mismos. Tengo experiencia ayudando a personas con ansiedad, depresión, duelo, trauma, dificultades de identidad y autoestima, cambios y ajustes en la vida o simplemente están pasando por una situación difícil.
Hello and welcome to our practice. We provide a variety of specialty counseling services including Sexual Abuse Recovery, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, LGBTQ services, Anger Management and EMDR. Some, not all of our therapists on staff, take insurance so when you contact us, we will do a short phone screening to assess your needs and financial resources We strive to provide quality counseling while maintaining affordable fees. We have a team of therapists on staff to assist you with your needs.
Hello and welcome to our practice. We provide a variety of specialty counseling services including Sexual Abuse Recovery, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, LGBTQ services, Anger Management and EMDR. Some, not all of our therapists on staff, take insurance so when you contact us, we will do a short phone screening to assess your needs and financial resources We strive to provide quality counseling while maintaining affordable fees. We have a team of therapists on staff to assist you with your needs.
My ideal client is someone who comes to therapy in a time of need. They might be experiencing anxiety due to life changes and transitions or they might be experiencing symptoms of anxiety for the first time and be concerned as to where the anxiety came from. The client might be processing loss or grief from a loved one or past friendships and or relationships. My ideal client will have needs such as needing to identify coping skills to get through life stressors, assistance with reaching goals. As a therapist I would be able to provide the client with a objective perspective to bounce their ideas and situations off of.
My ideal client is someone who comes to therapy in a time of need. They might be experiencing anxiety due to life changes and transitions or they might be experiencing symptoms of anxiety for the first time and be concerned as to where the anxiety came from. The client might be processing loss or grief from a loved one or past friendships and or relationships. My ideal client will have needs such as needing to identify coping skills to get through life stressors, assistance with reaching goals. As a therapist I would be able to provide the client with a objective perspective to bounce their ideas and situations off of.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.