Therapists in Chandler, AZ
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Better Days Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85286
At Better Days Behavioral Health, we want to help you grow and connect in your family, personal and work life. We have a team of professionals that have a strong knowledge base to address and support anxiety, depression, mood disorders, anger, trauma and other struggles. Our clinicians are trained in multiple modalities such as DBT, CBT, EMDR, Sand Tray, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. We work with our clients to assess their individual needs and create a specialized treatment plan to address each fully. We provide services in a compassionate and responsive manner to address the mental health needs of our clients.
At Better Days Behavioral Health, we want to help you grow and connect in your family, personal and work life. We have a team of professionals that have a strong knowledge base to address and support anxiety, depression, mood disorders, anger, trauma and other struggles. Our clinicians are trained in multiple modalities such as DBT, CBT, EMDR, Sand Tray, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. We work with our clients to assess their individual needs and create a specialized treatment plan to address each fully. We provide services in a compassionate and responsive manner to address the mental health needs of our clients.
![Photo of Tara Brisnehan, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/337e29a1-0535-417c-89a8-4e6244848328/2/320x400.jpeg)
Tara Brisnehan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85249 (Online Only)
Counseling any person, no matter where they have come from, or what challenges they are struggling with, is my passion. I enjoy helping people achieve what they desire in this life. Whether it is to have a better marriage, learn how to deal with depression, less anxiety with every new situation that arises, or parenting struggles, I can help. I love helping people to be the very best versions of themselves and giving them the tools to help with varying hurdles in life. I believe we are all struggling with something, and if we aren't currently struggling, we will at some point.
Counseling any person, no matter where they have come from, or what challenges they are struggling with, is my passion. I enjoy helping people achieve what they desire in this life. Whether it is to have a better marriage, learn how to deal with depression, less anxiety with every new situation that arises, or parenting struggles, I can help. I love helping people to be the very best versions of themselves and giving them the tools to help with varying hurdles in life. I believe we are all struggling with something, and if we aren't currently struggling, we will at some point.
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Lauren Kuehl is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona who has been practicing since 2016. She has a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Concentration, Addictions Specialization from University of Denver and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Human Relations Minor from University of Iowa. Lauren extends compassion and empathy using a person-centered and integrative approach to create a safe and non-judgmental space for growth and change.
Lauren Kuehl is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona who has been practicing since 2016. She has a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Concentration, Addictions Specialization from University of Denver and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Human Relations Minor from University of Iowa. Lauren extends compassion and empathy using a person-centered and integrative approach to create a safe and non-judgmental space for growth and change.
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Katie Vaca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS-MFT, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85224
Katie Vaca, MAS-MFT, LAMFT is an Associate is an Associate Therapist at Center for Compassion. She is licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, and is a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a trained leader and supervisor of The Resilient Parenting for Bereaved Families program, an evidence-based course that offers caregivers of parentally bereaved children practical tools to help facilitate a family structure that builds their children’s resilience, as well as strengthen tools to care for themselves.
Katie Vaca, MAS-MFT, LAMFT is an Associate is an Associate Therapist at Center for Compassion. She is licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, and is a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a trained leader and supervisor of The Resilient Parenting for Bereaved Families program, an evidence-based course that offers caregivers of parentally bereaved children practical tools to help facilitate a family structure that builds their children’s resilience, as well as strengthen tools to care for themselves.
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Michele Mulcahy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
I believe people are courageous to face their individual and relationship challenges. People are amazingly resilient and capable of healing, growth and change. I believe my role as a therapist is to collaborate with my clients toward a more desirable future and provide a safe, non-judgmental, supportive environment that nurtures growth and healing. We are all a part of a greater whole and are influenced by others, including our family of origin, current relationships, society and culture; therefore, I approach therapy from an integrative holistic perspective.
I believe people are courageous to face their individual and relationship challenges. People are amazingly resilient and capable of healing, growth and change. I believe my role as a therapist is to collaborate with my clients toward a more desirable future and provide a safe, non-judgmental, supportive environment that nurtures growth and healing. We are all a part of a greater whole and are influenced by others, including our family of origin, current relationships, society and culture; therefore, I approach therapy from an integrative holistic perspective.
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Kavita A. Hatten
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85286 (Online Only)
When we're under too much stress or have experienced major life changes and loss, it's not uncommon to feel anxious, overwhelmed and irritable. Our usual ways of coping may no longer work and "relief" may be short-lived. As a solution-focused, strength-based therapist, I help people gain practical, deep tools to navigate stress and uncertainty, while gaining a deeper, more compassionate understanding of themselves and others. In therapy we can focus on the past or present (or worries about the future), develop strategies to cope, empower and heal, so you can live the life you truly deserve.
When we're under too much stress or have experienced major life changes and loss, it's not uncommon to feel anxious, overwhelmed and irritable. Our usual ways of coping may no longer work and "relief" may be short-lived. As a solution-focused, strength-based therapist, I help people gain practical, deep tools to navigate stress and uncertainty, while gaining a deeper, more compassionate understanding of themselves and others. In therapy we can focus on the past or present (or worries about the future), develop strategies to cope, empower and heal, so you can live the life you truly deserve.
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Here to help people who are experiencing symptoms that are impacting their daily living. I know that as a result of trauma, life challenges and situations, our upbringing, and our environment, we can experience rough times in our life. Together with the client, we work on finding their goals in life while looking for the strategies that better suits them.
Here to help people who are experiencing symptoms that are impacting their daily living. I know that as a result of trauma, life challenges and situations, our upbringing, and our environment, we can experience rough times in our life. Together with the client, we work on finding their goals in life while looking for the strategies that better suits them.
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Kelli Friedel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225 (Online Only)
Hello! Life is full of ups and downs and therapy is a great support for when more perspective and tools are needed. I enjoy providing therapy to adolescents, adults, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, life changes, cycles of conflict, history of trauma, and a variety of other difficulties. Together we can work together in a goal directed way to achieve your vision of a balanced life!
Hello! Life is full of ups and downs and therapy is a great support for when more perspective and tools are needed. I enjoy providing therapy to adolescents, adults, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, life changes, cycles of conflict, history of trauma, and a variety of other difficulties. Together we can work together in a goal directed way to achieve your vision of a balanced life!
![Photo of Scarlett Apostoludias - Modern Wellness Psychotherapy and Healing, Student, Intern, LPC Intern](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/22cf6313-3628-4d6d-9c87-1e73d2050f44/2/320x400.jpeg)
Modern Wellness Psychotherapy and Healing
LPC Intern, Student, Intern
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85248
I am skilled intern who is compassionate about working with the local community on helping with your mental health needs. I have worked in community mental health for 3 years and am continuing to make strides in my education to assist clients seeking mental health treatment/services. I am dedicated to providing exceptional care and effective treatment to individuals. I am working under a clinical supervisor at Modern Wellness Psychotherapy and Healing.
I am skilled intern who is compassionate about working with the local community on helping with your mental health needs. I have worked in community mental health for 3 years and am continuing to make strides in my education to assist clients seeking mental health treatment/services. I am dedicated to providing exceptional care and effective treatment to individuals. I am working under a clinical supervisor at Modern Wellness Psychotherapy and Healing.
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Hello, My Name is Brittany the owner of Healing in Truth Therapy. I want you to know that our life experiences don’t define us but equip us to become the most resilient and best versions of ourselves. Each experience offers lessons and opportunities for growth. At Healing in Truth, we embrace both the past and present as we work toward healing from the inside out. We support individuals dealing with past traumas, relationship difficulties, anxiety, and people-pleasing, focusing on letting go of resentment, improving self-esteem, and setting meaningful goals.
Hello, My Name is Brittany the owner of Healing in Truth Therapy. I want you to know that our life experiences don’t define us but equip us to become the most resilient and best versions of ourselves. Each experience offers lessons and opportunities for growth. At Healing in Truth, we embrace both the past and present as we work toward healing from the inside out. We support individuals dealing with past traumas, relationship difficulties, anxiety, and people-pleasing, focusing on letting go of resentment, improving self-esteem, and setting meaningful goals.
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Carly Moody
Licensed Master Social Worker, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
Hello, my name is Carly Moody and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker. I received both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work from Northern Arizona University. I have experience working with many populations and age ranges with a focus on adolescents and young adults helping them through anxiety, depression, anger, suicidal ideation’s, life changes, stress, and many other conditions. I enjoy working from a strengths-based perspective, helping clients to recognize their strengths and use these strengths to obtain their goals, as well as incorporating aspects of both CBT and DBT.
Hello, my name is Carly Moody and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker. I received both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work from Northern Arizona University. I have experience working with many populations and age ranges with a focus on adolescents and young adults helping them through anxiety, depression, anger, suicidal ideation’s, life changes, stress, and many other conditions. I enjoy working from a strengths-based perspective, helping clients to recognize their strengths and use these strengths to obtain their goals, as well as incorporating aspects of both CBT and DBT.
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Christine Pape
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAPC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85224
Life can be difficult and there are so many things that happen to us that are out of our control when things happen externally it affects us in a negative way internally. Sometimes it may not even be our circumstances but our thoughts and negative distortions that have manifested over the years and are causing us extreme distress and an inability to be able to cope with everyday life. When this becomes our reality we often feel powerless to change. I have a passion to walk alongside individuals to offer support and encouragement by creating a safe space where you feel heard and valued.
Life can be difficult and there are so many things that happen to us that are out of our control when things happen externally it affects us in a negative way internally. Sometimes it may not even be our circumstances but our thoughts and negative distortions that have manifested over the years and are causing us extreme distress and an inability to be able to cope with everyday life. When this becomes our reality we often feel powerless to change. I have a passion to walk alongside individuals to offer support and encouragement by creating a safe space where you feel heard and valued.
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Now accepting new clients! I am passionate about helping people identify the thoughts, emotions and behaviors that keep them from living their life to the fullest. Together we implement evidence based approaches based on the goals and your unique needs. I specialize in working with adults to address struggles that you are having in your life. Need help coping with anxiety or depression contact me today to set up a free 20 minute consultation.
Now accepting new clients! I am passionate about helping people identify the thoughts, emotions and behaviors that keep them from living their life to the fullest. Together we implement evidence based approaches based on the goals and your unique needs. I specialize in working with adults to address struggles that you are having in your life. Need help coping with anxiety or depression contact me today to set up a free 20 minute consultation.
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Sydney Simeus
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85224
I'm accepting new clients with immediate availability! I specialize in working with young adults and women who have post-traumatic stress, mood and depression challenges, anxiety, and other general mental health challenges. My client-centered approach supports my belief that my clients have the innate ability, strength, and resilience to overcome life’s most distressing experiences and challenges.
I'm accepting new clients with immediate availability! I specialize in working with young adults and women who have post-traumatic stress, mood and depression challenges, anxiety, and other general mental health challenges. My client-centered approach supports my belief that my clients have the innate ability, strength, and resilience to overcome life’s most distressing experiences and challenges.
![Photo of Heather Adams, MS, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/098ac33f-acda-42ed-8c8f-0d241b40a887/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sometimes our struggles seem so overwhelming that we are not able to see a way to work through them. Sometimes we just stop feeling like ourself and cannot figure out how to change that. And sometimes we end up being controlled by our overwhelming emotions instead of feeling like we are managing them. We are not able to always able to accurately assess and address problems and need the help of a Therapist to become skillful in managing life stressors and emotions.
Sometimes our struggles seem so overwhelming that we are not able to see a way to work through them. Sometimes we just stop feeling like ourself and cannot figure out how to change that. And sometimes we end up being controlled by our overwhelming emotions instead of feeling like we are managing them. We are not able to always able to accurately assess and address problems and need the help of a Therapist to become skillful in managing life stressors and emotions.
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Jane Meier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85226 (Online Only)
Licensed in AZ and WA! Welcome to Essential Energy where the focus is on health and healing for the mind, body, and spirit. Give yourself the gift of creating peace and balance in your life and finding the inner strength to achieve the life you desire, not the one you feel stuck with. Utilizing a telehealth format, you can reach these goals from the comfort and convenience of your own home. The world today can be a stressful place. Let me help you navigate the hurdles and find your inner peace.
Licensed in AZ and WA! Welcome to Essential Energy where the focus is on health and healing for the mind, body, and spirit. Give yourself the gift of creating peace and balance in your life and finding the inner strength to achieve the life you desire, not the one you feel stuck with. Utilizing a telehealth format, you can reach these goals from the comfort and convenience of your own home. The world today can be a stressful place. Let me help you navigate the hurdles and find your inner peace.
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Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS-MFT, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85226
Are you struggling with communication issues or conflict in your marriage? Are you experiencing challenges in raising a young child or dealing with teens? As a therapist, I have a depth of compassion for couples, families, and individuals who are navigating the ups and downs of marriage and parenthood. I sincerely strive to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where clients can experience healing, overcome obstacles, and develop skills to improve their relationships.
Are you struggling with communication issues or conflict in your marriage? Are you experiencing challenges in raising a young child or dealing with teens? As a therapist, I have a depth of compassion for couples, families, and individuals who are navigating the ups and downs of marriage and parenthood. I sincerely strive to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where clients can experience healing, overcome obstacles, and develop skills to improve their relationships.
![Photo of Christine Burr, MS, LAC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/155a7e14-a0ba-4c73-b0d9-53fb39b1c71e/2/320x400.jpeg)
Accepting New Clients! I am a Licensed Associate Counselor and Julia Spain, LPC, owner of Core Balance Counseling, is my Clinical Supervisor. If you need counseling, please reach out. Coming into counseling for the first time, can be scary for anyone. Fostering the relationship with honesty, trust, and supported with both parties working hard to ensure the client meets the intended goals is my goal. Offering compassion, empathy, a safe and non-judgmental space, my clients are my primary focus. I look forward to working with you.
Accepting New Clients! I am a Licensed Associate Counselor and Julia Spain, LPC, owner of Core Balance Counseling, is my Clinical Supervisor. If you need counseling, please reach out. Coming into counseling for the first time, can be scary for anyone. Fostering the relationship with honesty, trust, and supported with both parties working hard to ensure the client meets the intended goals is my goal. Offering compassion, empathy, a safe and non-judgmental space, my clients are my primary focus. I look forward to working with you.
![Photo of Ying Wang, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2f7f9751-ab45-4758-a6eb-a251a49aa60c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi:) Counseling is a way to bring ourselves back to self, in a deeper and real way. Learning about self and improving the awareness of self love, caring and exploring the most comfortable way to live our life. We spent too much time and energy to worry about things or holding too much fear of being judged, while we forgot that life was actually about my feeling not others expectation. It is not things make us stuck, it is our perspective. Yes, life is about perspective, counseling is just a journey that we work together to find the best fitful ways to make us worthy, cherished and loved by practicing or rebuilding.
Hi:) Counseling is a way to bring ourselves back to self, in a deeper and real way. Learning about self and improving the awareness of self love, caring and exploring the most comfortable way to live our life. We spent too much time and energy to worry about things or holding too much fear of being judged, while we forgot that life was actually about my feeling not others expectation. It is not things make us stuck, it is our perspective. Yes, life is about perspective, counseling is just a journey that we work together to find the best fitful ways to make us worthy, cherished and loved by practicing or rebuilding.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Chandler, AZ
800+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Chandler, AZ who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
75% | Trauma and PTSD |
73% | Stress |
70% | Relationship Issues |
70% | Self Esteem |
67% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
87% | Aetna |
66% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
65% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Chandler, AZ see their clients
70% | In Person and Online | |
30% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Chandler?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.