Art Therapy in Arizona

I am a owner and founder of Stories Counseling, PLLC and an approved Clinical Supervisor. As a therapist and former pastor, my personal motto is that EVERY.STORY.MATTERS. I truly believe that we are not defined by our wounds and that there is true healing through refinement, redemption, and reconciliation to the self. No matter where you are in this life journey, it is the hope that you can see that the story isn't over yet and you can write the future chapters that you need your life story to be. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families and hope that I can be a safe place for you.

Depression, Music, and Arts Emphasis - I hope you're doing alright today. Okay, I AM a licensed therapist, and I've worked with people who struggle with all kinds of mood, substance, and relationship issues. That said, I think lo-fi chill mixes and animes like Spirited Away and Neon Genesis Evangelion have been some of the most helpful comforts for many people the last few years. We all need supports and something to do, and we need to feel okay when when we're alone. I was a recording engineer, musician, and videographer before I became a therapist, and I like to help people find their own voice and center.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing in-person and telehealth services in Arizona. I strive to help individuals overcome painful past experiences, reverse self-limiting beliefs and improve healthy interpersonal connections. My goal is to make a positive impact on the lives of my clients by providing empathetic and effective therapeutic support. Among the core values that drive my work is the belief in the inherent strength and resilience of every individual. My priority is to create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings without judgment and be proactive in their own healing.

I am passionate about therapy in the online platform. I have experience working with preschool age children, school age children, teens, and adults of ages within this format. I can help you reach your goals while you remain comfortable at home or at the office.

Is your child experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties? Does your child need help with identifying and expressing thoughts and feelings? Are you looking for services that differ from traditional talk therapy? If your answer is YES, I can help! My unique approach to counseling utilizes play therapy techniques and art activities as avenues of self-exploration, discovery, expression, and growth! I provide a safe, supportive, creative, and non-clinical environment to help your child build trust, gain hope, feel understood, positively connect, identify and express thoughts and emotions, and improve overall well-being!

Our daily lives can make us feel overwhelmed, stressed, frustrated, or that we are simply ‘going through the motions’. Life can be messy and sometimes we need a little extra support to keep going. I try to offer a space through counseling that is warm, comforting, safe, collaborative, and free of judgement. In person or online, together, we can work through goals, feelings, and struggles. I primarily work with children and teens ages 3 and up — as well as adults. I specialize in providing therapy through play, art, and viewing the world through your perspective. I am located in-person in the Central Phoenix area.

Ready to redefine, reintegrate, and rebalance your being? As a licensed professional counselor and a board-certified art therapist, I draw from my deep, yet eclectic, training to tailor my support for you and your therapy journey. I enjoy supporting individuals who are looking to ground themselves and re-establish control over their anxiety, those seeking to rewrite their ADHD or other neurodivergent diagnoses by building greater awareness of the mind-body connection, and parents looking to grow their parenthood confidence or feeling stuck with their child's challenging behavior patterns.

Children and families are often in need of healing. This belief led me to earn my Master’s degree in Marriage, Family and Child therapy. What I have been most inspired by after 16 years of working in this field has been the capacity for inner resilience that people have shown in the face of emotional pain, adversity, and trauma. Although other traditional modalities may be incorporated (ex, CBT), I predominately use a creative, play-based approach. This includes therapy interventions such as art, games, and sand tray interventions. Together, we’ll journey toward living brighter, happier lives.

I'm a Licensed Therapist and a Certified Family Trauma Professional, and I'm here to offer you a safe haven for your journey towards well-being. My passion lies in guiding individuals through complex trauma, including relational trauma, developmental/attachment trauma, sexual trauma, and religious trauma. I employ a trauma-informed lens and a holistic approach, nurturing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. My core mission is to empower those who have endured childhood trauma to break free from the cycles and embark on a journey of self-discovery, resilience, reshaping your path toward a brighter future.

Are you feeling stuck, lost, or overwhelmed? Struggling to find some sense of direction and purpose? Craving to create deeper relationships? Are you starting to wonder who you truly are and where you belong? Searching for these answers alone can be exhausting.. that's where I come in! I help teens and young adults to build confidence in themselves, their relationships, and their lives through understanding, healing, and skill building.

Have you been feeling disconnected? Do you need help finding yourself again? If you need help finding your center, I can support you. I understand how anxiety, challenges, transitions, relationship issues, and stressors can negatively impact you and prevent fulfillment and balance. I want to help you reclaim your power to develop a more meaningful and purposeful life.

I know first hand how hard it can be to reach out for help, when the world tells us the goal is to "have it all together." Therapy can be uncomfortable and difficult, but that is how change happens. I like to make the process of change less challenging for people by making therapy about making a connection with someone, and providing a safe, supportive environment. Healing is a chance to look at the story we are living in and rewrite the parts that don't fit anymore. Our lives are busy and chaotic and somewhere in all of that, we need to find time to build better versions of ourselves and healthy relationships with others.

ACCEPTING Saturday appointments, New therapy clients, in person and virtual. Telemedicine certified. CBT certified. I enjoy working with children, and adults. I have 35 years' experience helping people regain hope and passion in their lives. Are you or a loved one experiencing anxiety, depression and/or social isolation? Do you need to make a decision about staying in a relationship? Do you need assistance with finding your passion in life? I am experienced with mood disorders, issues affecting children and adolescents as well as parenting. I am only a phone call away.

Art Therapy is a therapeutic technique which allows you to explore various issues through art-making that can sometimes be difficult to express through traditional talk therapy. ​ The process of creating art can foster healing, increase self-awareness, and provide personal empowerment. Art Therapy is a unique form of therapy that allows you to take an active and creative role in the treatment process. ​ No previous art experience is needed, as you don’t have to be good at art to benefit from art therapy. The focus is on the process of creating the art rather than the final image.

Hi, I'm Sofia, and I love helping kids, families, and couples reconnect with each other and find the joy in spending time together! I am a Licensed Master Social Worker and have worked with families in the valley for over 18 years. During this time, I've had the opportunity to watch many different family dynamics. When someone asks what makes the difference between "surviving" families and "thriving" families, I say it's the quality of those fundamental relationships. My goal is to help you and your family develop the understanding and habits that allow you to strengthen and foster healthy relationships.

Unique animal-assisted psychotherapy. Specializing in anxiety, ADHD & Autism through fun therapies. I use several experiential techniques including equine-assisted therapy, hypnosis, art therapy, outdoor therapy, Bemer therapy, sensory therapy & dog-assisted therapy along with Equid Nexus (IFS informed equine). I focus on holistic healing to promote a faster process. I have been working with children & young adults with behavioral health needs since 2010. I am dedicated to going above & beyond for my clients to include attending school meetings and determining the best route of treatment for the client & family.

Everyone has a story. Everyone has a voice that deserves to be heard. That's how we learn, connect, and grow. True, we become vulnerable, but it is in that vulnerability that we become stronger to face other challenges and overcome them. It is my hope to create a safe and comfortable space for you to feel validated and to know that your feelings and thoughts matter.

Embracing imperfection accepting the flaws and loving yourself is the essence of our growth as human beings as we strive to live the life we are meant to live. Mindfulness is the human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us. Mindfulness is a quality that every human possesses and is able to access. However with life sometimes accessing mindfulness is a challenge and the skill is embracing imperfection in order to access those moments of where we are present.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, or lonely? As humans, we are living in truly unprecedented times, and you are not alone. I aim to provide a safe place to support clients, as well as tools to help you feel empowered to engage in your healing. I will collaborate with you to identify goals and tailor services to meet your needs. My toolbox includes EMDR, CBT, narrative therapy, music and art therapy, skill-building, and experiential, humanistic approaches. I have specific training to support new parents with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, infertility, pregnancy loss, the transition to parenthood, and trauma processing.