Women's Issues Therapists in Avondale, AZ
From an outside perspective, you’ve got it together. But inside, do you feel like a bumbling cartoon character trying to keep your 27 hats balanced on your head while juggling 14 balls… ? Are you going through a life transition and feeling bombarded with stress, anxiety, depression, maybe some imposter syndrome? Does your inner bully like to smack you sometimes, or your past self sabotaging behaviors run across the stage….again? Life transitions can be overwhelming and daunting - especially if you keep telling yourself you "SHOULD" be fine!
From an outside perspective, you’ve got it together. But inside, do you feel like a bumbling cartoon character trying to keep your 27 hats balanced on your head while juggling 14 balls… ? Are you going through a life transition and feeling bombarded with stress, anxiety, depression, maybe some imposter syndrome? Does your inner bully like to smack you sometimes, or your past self sabotaging behaviors run across the stage….again? Life transitions can be overwhelming and daunting - especially if you keep telling yourself you "SHOULD" be fine!
I work with adults who are struggling with the chaos of life and are searching for more balance and peace. Whether your focus be addiction, family issues, relationship issues, work-related stress, or overall difficulty with finding contentment in life, I will work with you to find the the root cause and find ways to make change. I have a strong background working with military and first responders and those who work in stressful career fields such as construction, healthcare, etc. I believe in accountability on both ends. My ideal client is someone who is transparent and willing to put in some work to make positive life changes.
I work with adults who are struggling with the chaos of life and are searching for more balance and peace. Whether your focus be addiction, family issues, relationship issues, work-related stress, or overall difficulty with finding contentment in life, I will work with you to find the the root cause and find ways to make change. I have a strong background working with military and first responders and those who work in stressful career fields such as construction, healthcare, etc. I believe in accountability on both ends. My ideal client is someone who is transparent and willing to put in some work to make positive life changes.
My clients gain skills and the desire to keep growing after gaining sobriety. My dream is for you to understand that change is possible and have a support system not only in office but also as needed.
My clients gain skills and the desire to keep growing after gaining sobriety. My dream is for you to understand that change is possible and have a support system not only in office but also as needed.
I’m a Gottman Certified couples' counselor with over 10 years of experience helping partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen connection. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based techniques that help couples navigate conflict and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
I specialize in supporting individuals and families navigating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, including postpartum depression and anxiety. My approach is compassionate and focused on helping clients find their true self.
I’m a Gottman Certified couples' counselor with over 10 years of experience helping partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen connection. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based techniques that help couples navigate conflict and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
I specialize in supporting individuals and families navigating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, including postpartum depression and anxiety. My approach is compassionate and focused on helping clients find their true self.
My approach to counseling is strength-based and client-centered. You are the expert in session. You have the answers to make your life better. I am the compass that helps guide you back to your inner knowing. My clients are ready for action in their change process and seek therapeutic support to realize their best selves.
My approach to counseling is strength-based and client-centered. You are the expert in session. You have the answers to make your life better. I am the compass that helps guide you back to your inner knowing. My clients are ready for action in their change process and seek therapeutic support to realize their best selves.
If you’re feeling stuck, exhausted, or overwhelmed by stress or chronic health struggles, you’re not alone. I help adults heal from trauma and reconnect with their sense of safety and purpose, using a compassionate, whole-person approach. Together, we’ll create a space where your mind, body, and spirit can begin to feel balanced again
If you’re feeling stuck, exhausted, or overwhelmed by stress or chronic health struggles, you’re not alone. I help adults heal from trauma and reconnect with their sense of safety and purpose, using a compassionate, whole-person approach. Together, we’ll create a space where your mind, body, and spirit can begin to feel balanced again
Feeling a deep desire for "more" or struggling with the emotional weight of a major life transition?
Life is a constant cycle of change, and it's perfectly normal to feel anxious, lost, or unfulfilled when a significant shift occurs. Whether you are grappling with the grief of a loss (the end of a relationship, a job, a life stage) or facing a future that feels unsettling, I offer a supportive space to navigate these complex feelings.
My focus areas include:
• Grief and Loss: Processing the pain of change to find stability and peace.
• Anxiety & Unsettled Feelings: Developing coping strategies for anxiety related to transition an
Feeling a deep desire for "more" or struggling with the emotional weight of a major life transition?
Life is a constant cycle of change, and it's perfectly normal to feel anxious, lost, or unfulfilled when a significant shift occurs. Whether you are grappling with the grief of a loss (the end of a relationship, a job, a life stage) or facing a future that feels unsettling, I offer a supportive space to navigate these complex feelings.
My focus areas include:
• Grief and Loss: Processing the pain of change to find stability and peace.
• Anxiety & Unsettled Feelings: Developing coping strategies for anxiety related to transition an
Will you seek help in getting yourself back on track? If you are having a difficult time with your relationship, anxiety or depression, please give me a call. I specialize in assisting you with understanding your situation and the things you can do that will make your life more joyful.
Will you seek help in getting yourself back on track? If you are having a difficult time with your relationship, anxiety or depression, please give me a call. I specialize in assisting you with understanding your situation and the things you can do that will make your life more joyful.
I specialize in ADHD and Autism symptom management, including support with Rejection Sensitivity. I am passionate about helping individuals with disabilities, preteens, teens, couples, and anyone seeking guidance on their journey toward healing and personal growth. I support clients who are struggling with low self-esteem, negative self-image, suicidal thoughts/behaviors, anxiety, and depression. I also work closely with families who want to develop effective skills to better understand and support their loved ones. In addition, I help couples both dating and married redefine their relationships, and strengthen communication.
I specialize in ADHD and Autism symptom management, including support with Rejection Sensitivity. I am passionate about helping individuals with disabilities, preteens, teens, couples, and anyone seeking guidance on their journey toward healing and personal growth. I support clients who are struggling with low self-esteem, negative self-image, suicidal thoughts/behaviors, anxiety, and depression. I also work closely with families who want to develop effective skills to better understand and support their loved ones. In addition, I help couples both dating and married redefine their relationships, and strengthen communication.
As people our day to day life changes. But what happens if we are unable to meet the expectations of change? I provide counseling for those dealing with a variety of issues from anxiety to depression to even PTSD. My goal is to help you set and achieve what you desire in therapy whether it is a safe place or a place to work through difficult issues. I am there for you.
As people our day to day life changes. But what happens if we are unable to meet the expectations of change? I provide counseling for those dealing with a variety of issues from anxiety to depression to even PTSD. My goal is to help you set and achieve what you desire in therapy whether it is a safe place or a place to work through difficult issues. I am there for you.
Empowering You to Thrive: Discover Your Strengths and Embrace Change.
Life’s ups and downs can feel overwhelming and stressful. When this happens, having a supportive, non-judgmental space to talk and really be heard can make a difference. I am here to help you work through the feelings and challenges, while tapping into your inner strength and finding balance along the way.
Empowering You to Thrive: Discover Your Strengths and Embrace Change.
Life’s ups and downs can feel overwhelming and stressful. When this happens, having a supportive, non-judgmental space to talk and really be heard can make a difference. I am here to help you work through the feelings and challenges, while tapping into your inner strength and finding balance along the way.
¿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 immigrants, childhood may have come with a mix of responsibilities. Though these experiences may provide great skills, they also come with challenges like continuing to feel responsible for your family’s wellbeing, struggles with balancing the family’s expectations of you vs. your actual needs, feeling like you don’t always belong in spaces you worked hard for, having mixed emotions such as gratitude for family sacrifices but also feeling upset with what you and/or your family went 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 immigrants, childhood may have come with a mix of responsibilities. Though these experiences may provide great skills, they also come with challenges like continuing to feel responsible for your family’s wellbeing, struggles with balancing the family’s expectations of you vs. your actual needs, feeling like you don’t always belong in spaces you worked hard for, having mixed emotions such as gratitude for family sacrifices but also feeling upset with what you and/or your family went through.
Are you overwhelmed, depressed or simply exhausted by life challenges? Transitioning from college into adulthood, marriage to divorce, or coping with the loss of a job. Whatever you’re going through, you don’t have to do it alone. Let's meet and see if we are a good fit.
Are you overwhelmed, depressed or simply exhausted by life challenges? Transitioning from college into adulthood, marriage to divorce, or coping with the loss of a job. Whatever you’re going through, you don’t have to do it alone. Let's meet and see if we are a good fit.
Do you feel anxious, stressed, worried, depressed, or having issues in relationships? Have you experienced trauma or grief and are struggling with complicated feelings and emotions? Do you want to build resilience, coping skills, and lead a more fulfilling life? Life can come with many twists and turns. I will encourage and support you in being more empowered, balanced, and resilient. I aim to work collaboratively with you to determine your needs and goals and how we can achieve them together through collaboration, mindfulness, hopefulness, and skills development. I am also certified in EMDR for the treatment of trauma and PTSD.
Do you feel anxious, stressed, worried, depressed, or having issues in relationships? Have you experienced trauma or grief and are struggling with complicated feelings and emotions? Do you want to build resilience, coping skills, and lead a more fulfilling life? Life can come with many twists and turns. I will encourage and support you in being more empowered, balanced, and resilient. I aim to work collaboratively with you to determine your needs and goals and how we can achieve them together through collaboration, mindfulness, hopefulness, and skills development. I am also certified in EMDR for the treatment of trauma and PTSD.
Maybe you feel anxious all the time, even when things seem fine. Maybe you’re tired of feeling weighed down, disconnected, or like you’re running on empty. Life wasn’t supposed to feel this hard — and yet here you are, trying to make sense of it all while juggling everything else. Whether you’re healing from past trauma, struggling through stress, or just feeling stuck in cycles of worry or sadness, therapy can help you untangle what’s happening beneath the surface so you can start feeling like yourself again. You deserve to feel at peace, to breathe a little easier, and to wake up with a sense of hope about what’s ahead.
Maybe you feel anxious all the time, even when things seem fine. Maybe you’re tired of feeling weighed down, disconnected, or like you’re running on empty. Life wasn’t supposed to feel this hard — and yet here you are, trying to make sense of it all while juggling everything else. Whether you’re healing from past trauma, struggling through stress, or just feeling stuck in cycles of worry or sadness, therapy can help you untangle what’s happening beneath the surface so you can start feeling like yourself again. You deserve to feel at peace, to breathe a little easier, and to wake up with a sense of hope about what’s ahead.
Hi! I'm Tawny and I'm a passionate mental health professional with a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University, where I specialized in crisis and trauma. With over 15 years of experience, I have worked alongside individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, substance use, and PTSD, offering compassionate, personalized care every step of the way. I pride myself on being an ally, dedicated to supporting people from all walks of life, backgrounds, and lifestyles. I strive to facilitate a positive, open, comfortable, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment.
Hi! I'm Tawny and I'm a passionate mental health professional with a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University, where I specialized in crisis and trauma. With over 15 years of experience, I have worked alongside individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, substance use, and PTSD, offering compassionate, personalized care every step of the way. I pride myself on being an ally, dedicated to supporting people from all walks of life, backgrounds, and lifestyles. I strive to facilitate a positive, open, comfortable, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment.
Welcome to Gathered Connections Counseling, your partner in mental health and well-being. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, or challenges in relationships—be it parent-child dynamics, couples, or families—our experienced team is here to guide you. We provide a safe, compassionate environment where you can explore your emotions, heal from past experiences, and develop the tools needed to achieve a healthier, more balanced life. Our team consists of multiple providers, each with a vast knowledge base and diverse clinical experience.
Welcome to Gathered Connections Counseling, your partner in mental health and well-being. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, or challenges in relationships—be it parent-child dynamics, couples, or families—our experienced team is here to guide you. We provide a safe, compassionate environment where you can explore your emotions, heal from past experiences, and develop the tools needed to achieve a healthier, more balanced life. Our team consists of multiple providers, each with a vast knowledge base and diverse clinical experience.
Hi, I'm Shawna, LCSW, CCTS.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist with more than 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Arizona State University in 2012 and have dedicated my career to supporting individuals through compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered care.
My approach is grounded in authenticity, empathy, and collaboration. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can feel genuinely heard and understood. Whether you're navigating trauma, life transitions, anxiety, or other challenges, I walk alongside you.
Hi, I'm Shawna, LCSW, CCTS.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist with more than 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Arizona State University in 2012 and have dedicated my career to supporting individuals through compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered care.
My approach is grounded in authenticity, empathy, and collaboration. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can feel genuinely heard and understood. Whether you're navigating trauma, life transitions, anxiety, or other challenges, I walk alongside you.
Finding the right therapist is a lot like dating — not everyone you meet will be “the one,” and that’s okay. One of the biggest factors in successful therapy is the relationship between the client and therapist. Ericka is known for quickly building trust and rapport with clients from all walks of life, creating a space where people feel safe, supported, and understood.
Clients can expect a caring, energetic, and creative therapist who uses both science and humor to help people better understand themselves and reach their full potential. Ericka works with children, adolescents, and adults ages 4–50 who may be navigating big emotions
Finding the right therapist is a lot like dating — not everyone you meet will be “the one,” and that’s okay. One of the biggest factors in successful therapy is the relationship between the client and therapist. Ericka is known for quickly building trust and rapport with clients from all walks of life, creating a space where people feel safe, supported, and understood.
Clients can expect a caring, energetic, and creative therapist who uses both science and humor to help people better understand themselves and reach their full potential. Ericka works with children, adolescents, and adults ages 4–50 who may be navigating big emotions
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.
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Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.