Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Therapists in Tempe, AZ

Have you been struggling in your marriage? Do you find yourself feeling anxious about things? Are you having difficulty coping with your day-to-day life? If you’ve answered yes to any of the above questions, then you’re in the right place! Here at Tackle Health, our mission is to help you find peace and clarity so you don't have to tackle your mental health alone. We have therapist and life coaches ready to support you in this very important time in your life.

I approach counseling from more of a scientific, evidence-based perspective and I enjoy integrating proven theory into practice. My ideal clients are those who present with depression, anxiety, anger management issues, and those contemplating a professional career change. Additionally, I have experience with professional athletes and sports psychology. My group counseling experience includes domestic abuse, DUI psychoeducation and the neurobiology of addictions. I also have experience with divorce and child custody issues, and I am knowledgeable in the area of integrative systemic therapy with families.

Feel stuck? Anxiety, Codependency, PTSD, work/relationship stress? I worked with World Class industry leaders such as Bessel van der Kaulk, Peter Levine, and Dick Schwartz learning cutting edge therapies during my time working at the Meadows. Clients recieve treatment plans with cutting edge tools-SEP,EMDR, Brainspotting, FSAP, CBT, IFS, PIT, CSAT, and I am a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor, Certified Life Coach/Hypnotherapy, Brain Mapping Clinician, Board Certified in NeuroBiofeedback, CSAT, Pia Melody’s PIT, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, & Somatic Experiencing Training Assistant. We are good with simple or complex cases.

I am the best fit for a family who has children between the ages from birth to 24 years old. I offer support to families who are struggling with challenging behaviors from their children and adolescents in home or at school. I offer a unique systemic approach that includes parents in the treatment process that is not found in many other practices. This systemic approach is extremely affective and helps keep parents in the loop and helps families complete the treatment goal faster than other approaches. As I believe therapy for children should be brief and solution focused so they can get back to being a kid.

My ideal client is someone who is willing to try and not perfect. I feel everyone has a story to tell and I love listening to people and learning about them as well as developing a plan. I tend to pivot and figure out what each client needs not what I want to do. I am trained in most cutting edge modalities so I like to give you the chance to see and try different tools. I love doing some experiential components. I work a lot with anxiety/depression and PTSD which are often the symptoms which often unravel other things.

In life, there are no 'ideal' clients or 'ideal' problematic issues, rather there are people hurt, people in pain and distress, and people in need of finding hope within themselves. In my practice, I thrive on not focusing on the easy fix, but rather helping clients see, learn, and trust that their own internal resources are the root of what truly helps themselves heal.

Start as soon as this week! Sometimes life hits you hard, sometimes life hits you hard so often it feels like it won't get any better. You may be feeling stuck and in need of support for the first time, or you've felt this way for as long as you can remember; in any case, I'm here to tell you change is possible. Joy and meaning can be a part of your life again. Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Relationship Issues, Grief, and Life transitions are all experiences I have an extensive history in helping with. I've walked with clients from rock bottom all the way to the best days of their life.

Choosing a therapist can be tough, and helping you get started is a passion of mine, even if not with me. In my experience, the difference between feeling stuck and feeling free is profound and essential. For my part, I can share my experience and an overview of therapy paths and effective care patterns, or we can just talk. The paths that worked for me were active, engaging, and experiential - we do things more than just talk about them. What if you could shift your life and perspective, to get beyond coping all the way to stability and confidence? Those places are real and available, let's go there together.

Have you been struggling to navigate life in a world that seems unbearable and unfulfilling? It can be hard to find a therapist, so I invite you to this safe and nonjudgmental space.

Welcome to my page! I am here to help you be successful on your journey to self-fulfillment. My goal is to help my clients develop skills to break down barriers that are holding them back in reaching their goals. I am culturally and religiously sensitive to my clients needs, including D/deaf culture. You will develop self-awareness to gain confidence and skills to overcome barriers. To be resolute means to be firm in purpose, belief or not give up a course of action. I will stand resolute in supporting you in your journey. I will not give up on you.

Sometimes in life we are met with unexpected challenges or experiences that have a tendency to shift the foundations that we previously have known. Our past is important to help us restore our values. Together it is my hope, we can begin to reframe the groundwork for growth and unleashing the strength that exists from the past and freedom to reach beyond. I am a compassionate, empathetic clinical social worker who cares for the well-being of her clients. As a social worker my approach has its foundations in strength based and empowerment models.

***I am mostly unable to accept new therapy clients. I am only accepting clients for psychological, psychoeducational, DDD, and gifted evaluations at this time. Wait time for a psychological eval is approximately 6 months. Wait time for a gifted eval is about 4 weeks*** My goal to assist children, teens, and young adults in reaching their full potential. I seek to provide services that better equip a child or adolescent to make positive choices, to overcome and move forward from significant loss and negative experiences, to feel good about him or herself, and to feel capable of achieving all that he or she desires.

My ideal client could be in need of any one of a broad array of professional services encompassing areas of therapy and testing. Clients range from individuals to entire families. I serve a diverse clientele ranging from emotional or behavioral distress, adjustment or trauma distress to identity issues. Whether it is treatment of behavioral/emotional or developmental disabilities, trauma therapy, treatment of mental disorders or psycho-educational assessments, I have programs and techniques such as EMDR or Brainspotting that can help you and your loved ones address life challenges. Call or email me immediately to start your program!

As your therapist, I will help you recognize the power of your own thoughts and your ability to heal. In my sessions, I provide a spirit of genuineness, warmth, and collaboration. I value your trust in allowing me to slowly unpack your deepest feelings and concerns.

Life is tough to manage. I specialize in helping you identify the thoughts, emotions and behaviors that keep you from living to your fullest. Together we can build skills and pursue opportunities to empower you to have a more productive, meaningful and happier life. I provide the space to explore and discuss all aspects of life without judgement.

I earned my master’s in Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Sport & Performance Psychology from Boston University. I've been fortunate to serve as a mental performance consultant for youth, a variety of collegiate teams ranging from Division III all the way to the Division I level, and professional and retired athletes. I additionally worked closely with athletes struggling with eating disorders at Walden Behavioral Care in Waltham, Ma. I am incredibly passionate about bridging the gap between sport & performance and mental health because at the end of the day we are all humans who are a work in progress.

I know what it's like to suffer relational trauma and feel hopeless. I spent my childhood studying to be a doctor and once landing my spot in medical school, my efforts shifted. My long-term romantic relationship suffered. This ended in a traumatic car accident, which almost broke me. I trudged through the aftermath of medical recovery, betrayal and infidelity until God fully entered my life. A therapist then helped guide me into forgiving myself and living my life fully. Once the woman of my dreams entered and a secure attachment was built, and I knew how to keep this new reality thriving. We are all built to live in connection

I’m accepting new clients. Need help with ADHD, anxiety, depression, Long Covid, chronic pain or illness? If you’re reading this: it’s time you reach out for help. Pain is inevitable- suffering is optional. I help you with managing tough times or getting your life on track. I provide a free consultation - so what is there to lose?

Currently Accepting New Patients! Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma or other concerns that keep you from progressing in life? Here at Behavioral Health Solutions, our team of licensed therapists are experienced and caring. We would love to help you understand how to address your concerns. We provide a safe environment that allows you to discuss your problems without feeling shame nor judgement. Your help is just an email or phone call away!