The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Therapists in Arizona

First and foremost, therapy should make you feel cared for. A therapist needs to be insightful and honest with a huge dose of compassion. I always remember that it’s not easy for someone to reach out for help. I have over 17 years experience providing psychotherapy and counseling. I provide therapy for adults with anxiety, depression, self-confidence issues, grief and loss, addiction, intimacy, spiritual growth, and difficult life transitions. In addition to being a psychotherapist, I’m a best-selling author of several books and a published researcher. My approach to therapy is person-centered. I work in collaboration with clients,

I believe most people are doing their best and trying to live happy, healthy lives. Sometimes, however, there are challenges along the way that need extra help. Some of these challenges often include areas I specialize in, including: Depression, Anxiety, navigating life transitions and working on relationships. In these times, therapy can be helpful in many ways, including helping you learn to better evaluate & understand yourself, identify priorities, recognize patterns, make decisions that are right for you, challenge negative thoughts & beliefs, change self-defeating behaviors and identify & implement boundaries.

I work primarily with women who are struggling with identity crises and self-acceptance, depression and anxiety, self-trust and overwhelm. First, we have a history-taking and goal-setting session. We then use gentle self-care to establish a healthy mental wellness routine. Next, I guide you toward your goals. Our work together is complete, usually after 6-12 months, when you have met those goals and have a strong, accepting sense of who you are.

I have been practicing therapy for over 14 years and I am passionate about supporting my clients in their personal growth. I use a person - centered approach while exploring the past and present and challenging distorted negative cognitions when appropriate. The decision to enter therapy is not an easy one and my goal is to offer support in a safe and compassionate space. I am trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and Somatic Experiencing. These training provide me with a wide variety of tools/skills to offer my clients.

Hello! I am a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist that specializes in couples therapy. I have experience helping couples with communication, infidelity, sexual dissatisfaction, and general relationship complications. Through the use of Emotionally Focused Therapy, I help couples strengthen their emotional connection and learn to turn toward one another as they navigate life's struggles together. While couples therapy is my specialty and passion, I also have a lot of experience working with individuals aged 12+ with various battles in life.

I enjoyed working for the Meadows Ranch in Wickenburg, Az and being able to provide therapies to women who are struggling with eating disorders, addictions, dual diagnosis, PTSD, family trauma, struggling in their marriage and other relationships. I have a passion for helping others and feel blessed when others allow me to assist them in their journey to recovery and meeting goals they have to pursue a better life or to improve their mental health and relationships. I am licensed in 4 states Az, Wy, Nv and Co.

Whether you feel like you’re struggling with handling your emotions, experiencing contention, have feelings of being stuck, or if you just want to see change in your life, a fulfilling path is possible for you. My goal is to make therapy a safe place where closeness, trust, joy, fulfillment, and authenticity can be built in the way you need it.

I am passionate about people, relationships, and healing. I believe the greatest joy, peace, and happiness we experience in life comes from a deep connection with ourselves and with those we love. There are many reasons we don't experience these connections: trauma, attachment wounds, addictions, lack of modeling, mental health issues, and the inevitable stressors of life. I offer healing and compassion in a safe therapeutic relationship where tools, knowledge, insight, and understanding will strengthen and heal connections with yourself and others.

I treat both OCD and Trauma. TRAUMA: Do you feel stuck, unable to move forward? Does it seem like your reactions are unpredictable or that your emotions are overwhelming? When you have experienced trauma, either in your past or present, it can affect your body and mind. You have the capacity to heal, you just need some tools and understanding. OCD: Do you have unwanted intrusive repetitive thoughts? Do you do things to try to get rid of the thoughts or to satisfy the thought? Do you wish you could stop? I can teach you skill that will allow you to live a values-based life where OCD does not take over.

AVAILABLE SATURDAYS. Hi, I am Dr. Scott Petersen and am the founder of Find Peace Again Counseling.com. As a Doctor of Behavioral Health, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor, I specialize in working with married couples on conflict resolution, communication problems, reconnecting after past transgressions, fighting over budgets, overcoming addictions, intimacy issues, individuals and couples who struggle with depression, anxiety, stress, overcoming past traumas, frustration, self worth, and career direction. No insurance, self-pay only.

My background is in education and I love working with children and teens. I have a decade of experience working in the school system as a professional educator. I focus on teaching coping skills to help adolescents adapt to change and build resilience and boost self-esteem. Together we can address thinking errors and cognitive distortions using evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help you overcome negative thinking patterns and achieve mental wellness. Whether it's combating all-or-nothing thinking, catastrophizing, or emotional reasoning, I provide a supportive space for growth and healing.

It can be a difficult choice to visit a counselor. I appreciate the work it takes to get there. Through CBT, EMDR or other methods, my goal is to help the unique individual client sitting with me find their pathway to healing. My hope for each of my clients is to create a safe environment for whatever it is you need to explore, understand and heal. I would consider it a deep honor to take your journey with you. I offer telehealth options always, and in person as needed.

I have extensive training in helping adults and families who struggle with behavioral addictions, childhood trauma, and attachment wounds.

Life can be disrupted by anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, relationship issues, OCD, and trouble sleeping. Clients need new skills to deal with these issues and feel better about themselves and their ability to handle life. Their goals would be to deal with past traumas, learn coping skills to deal with anxiety and depression,learn skills to interact more effectively with others as well as getting better sleep.

Accepting new clients: Do you feel a little off? Are you tired of feeling sad, anxious, insecure, lonely or less motivated than normal? Honestly, you are not alone! Life is hard and these last couple of years have thrown everyone for a loop. However, you deserve to feel happiness and joy. I promise, you were not put on this earth to just make it through the day, and reaching out is the first step to moving toward a more fulfilling and rewarding life! As a LMSW, I have made it my mission to help adolescents and adults cope healthfully with life challenges. I know that the idea of therapy can be intimidating.

I am passionate about helping to illuminate each person’s unique path to happiness and fulfillment. I have experience treating various types of trauma, addiction, codependency, narcissistic abuse, and issues related to infidelity in relationships. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT). I specialize in treating various types of sexual addiction, betrayal trauma and narcissistic abuse. I love to incorporate different therapeutic modalities, including EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy, CBT, DBT, IFS, and SFBT.

Feeling anxious, depressed or don't know how to cope? You may feel frustrated, but determined to find relief. Using best practices, including teletherapy, you can have confidence in working with me to be happy again! We will work to clear up your problem and return you quickly to your work and hobbies. I often tell new patients, "You're not telling me anything I don't think we can work through". Reach out and find out how I can help you! I want you to thrive and be happy!

Therapist at Red Mountain High School servicing students: I have a passion for building up and strengthening families. I believe in the power of counseling to help heal things that feel bent or broken. I believe in the human spirit, and its ability to heal and strengthen through adversity. I believe that showing love, kindness, and acceptance are key elements to facilitating change – and it all starts in the home! I take a Positive Psychology approach by teaching concepts of happiness, quality of life, and contentment. I encourage my clients to make themselves, their homes, and their communities a more meaningful place.

I opened my practice in 1998 and still LOVE what I do. My model follows a few basic principles: Provide a professional, understanding and calming environment; Offer a variety of tools and skills; Create a plan that recognizes thoughts, emotions and behavior; Evaluate the process and adjust as necessary. Customer Satisfaction is a priority, so many of our referrals come from other clients. I have a professional and friendly front office to provide a large number of services to the East Valley.