Couples Therapists in Carefree, AZ
In addition to working with children & families, I help women with particular issues, such as infertility, post-partum depression, breast cancer, assertiveness, and creating healthy relationships.
As a psychologist, I find it most important to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment, where children, adolescents and adults feel comfortable and understood.
I often work closely with parents and children, teaching "tools" that help families function better. These include respectful communication, anger management, and how to deal with excess anxiety or depression. I believe the past affects our present, and our thoughts affect our feelings and actions. I provide the skills that allow clients of any age to confidently move forward to a happier, healthier place.
In addition to working with children & families, I help women with particular issues, such as infertility, post-partum depression, breast cancer, assertiveness, and creating healthy relationships.
As a psychologist, I find it most important to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment, where children, adolescents and adults feel comfortable and understood.
I often work closely with parents and children, teaching "tools" that help families function better. These include respectful communication, anger management, and how to deal with excess anxiety or depression. I believe the past affects our present, and our thoughts affect our feelings and actions. I provide the skills that allow clients of any age to confidently move forward to a happier, healthier place.
Do you have a child who has recently been diagnosed with autism?
Are you a young person who has a diagnosis of autism and struggles with every day life?
Are you curious to know if you may be on the spectrum?
I can help you
By initially providing a full assessment we will identify your own unique challenges, strengths and aspirations and then create a treatment plan.
Goals specific to you will be set and worked on.
These could be as diverse as social stories for younger clients and preparing for challenging situations for older.
Do you have a child who has recently been diagnosed with autism?
Are you a young person who has a diagnosis of autism and struggles with every day life?
Are you curious to know if you may be on the spectrum?
I can help you
By initially providing a full assessment we will identify your own unique challenges, strengths and aspirations and then create a treatment plan.
Goals specific to you will be set and worked on.
These could be as diverse as social stories for younger clients and preparing for challenging situations for older.
Whether you’re navigating a life transition, working through past trauma, or struggling to manage anxiety, relationships, or addictive patterns – therapy is a space where real change can begin.
I work with a wide range of concerns: PTSD and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss, identity exploration, relational dynamics, self-worth and developmental growth. I focus on creating supportive systems for individuals, couples and families.
Whether you’re navigating a life transition, working through past trauma, or struggling to manage anxiety, relationships, or addictive patterns – therapy is a space where real change can begin.
I work with a wide range of concerns: PTSD and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss, identity exploration, relational dynamics, self-worth and developmental growth. I focus on creating supportive systems for individuals, couples and families.
These patterns are often not recognized as problematic and can contribute to making "poor decisions" such as substance abuse, overeating, blaming, relationship problems etc....
I provide individual & partner counseling & therapy for a wide variety of conditions including mood/anxiety management, substance abuse treatment recovery & aftercare, trauma resolution, relationship counseling and attachment based parenting skills.
These patterns are often not recognized as problematic and can contribute to making "poor decisions" such as substance abuse, overeating, blaming, relationship problems etc....
I provide individual & partner counseling & therapy for a wide variety of conditions including mood/anxiety management, substance abuse treatment recovery & aftercare, trauma resolution, relationship counseling and attachment based parenting skills.
My clients achieve practical, reliable tools to overcome anxiety and depression. Many are mothers who value my deep understanding of their unique challenges—shaped by my experience raising a large family. Others come to process the lasting impact of trauma or loss, work through their pain, and rediscover a sense of joy. Having lost both of my parents within four months, I understand the profound cost of love and the depth of grief that follows. This experience has also led me to offer home visits for clients with limited mobility. I’m especially passionate about helping people build strong self-esteem and meaningful life stories.
My clients achieve practical, reliable tools to overcome anxiety and depression. Many are mothers who value my deep understanding of their unique challenges—shaped by my experience raising a large family. Others come to process the lasting impact of trauma or loss, work through their pain, and rediscover a sense of joy. Having lost both of my parents within four months, I understand the profound cost of love and the depth of grief that follows. This experience has also led me to offer home visits for clients with limited mobility. I’m especially passionate about helping people build strong self-esteem and meaningful life stories.
Most people who contact a therapist are looking for effective, compassionate help for themselves or their relationship.
I specialize in adults and couples looking for a kind, focused listener and a strong 3rd party strategist who offers real tools that help you grow and change in meaningful ways. I work with professional athletes, piIots, entrepreneurs, doctors, counselors, really anyone wanting to work through their issues to enhance themselves or their relationships.
Most people who contact a therapist are looking for effective, compassionate help for themselves or their relationship.
I specialize in adults and couples looking for a kind, focused listener and a strong 3rd party strategist who offers real tools that help you grow and change in meaningful ways. I work with professional athletes, piIots, entrepreneurs, doctors, counselors, really anyone wanting to work through their issues to enhance themselves or their relationships.
When the most private parts of your life—your romantic relationship and your physical intimacy—feel broken, it colors every other part of your world.
As a highly trained specialist, I work with you to collaboratively look at the root causes—the emotional blocks, the physical disconnects, and the old wounds—that keep you stuck in the same cycles. With tailored methods to give you practical communication tools you can use the moment you leave our session, and EMDR' deep trauma work to unlock deeper blocks.
When the most private parts of your life—your romantic relationship and your physical intimacy—feel broken, it colors every other part of your world.
As a highly trained specialist, I work with you to collaboratively look at the root causes—the emotional blocks, the physical disconnects, and the old wounds—that keep you stuck in the same cycles. With tailored methods to give you practical communication tools you can use the moment you leave our session, and EMDR' deep trauma work to unlock deeper blocks.
Many couples and individuals reach a point where the relationship they want feels out of reach.
Many of my clients are working to rebuild trust after betrayal, reconnect emotionally, or learn how to experience intimacy in new and healthier ways. I approach therapy with compassion, curiosity, and practical guidance, helping clients move from shame and confusion toward clarity, confidence, and connection.
Many couples and individuals reach a point where the relationship they want feels out of reach.
Many of my clients are working to rebuild trust after betrayal, reconnect emotionally, or learn how to experience intimacy in new and healthier ways. I approach therapy with compassion, curiosity, and practical guidance, helping clients move from shame and confusion toward clarity, confidence, and connection.
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As an Artist and Meditation Teacher with over 30 years experience in Human Services, I am excited to offer a creative spin on bringing your dreams to fruition. My passion lies with being a catalyst for growth. I am happy to announce that I am now offering a way to gain a deeper connection of spirit, mind and body through a guided meditation workshop. The meditation and workshops are offered in a group setting and or through 1:1 sessions.
As an Artist and Meditation Teacher with over 30 years experience in Human Services, I am excited to offer a creative spin on bringing your dreams to fruition. My passion lies with being a catalyst for growth. I am happy to announce that I am now offering a way to gain a deeper connection of spirit, mind and body through a guided meditation workshop. The meditation and workshops are offered in a group setting and or through 1:1 sessions.
We begin by creating a collaborative therapeutic relationship, work to create a safe, confidential dialogue to openly share your struggles.
It is in the experience of others and our own that at one time or another all of us have faced, is facing or will face some kind of adversity, distress, depression, anxiety, loss, abuse, neglect and trauma. During these seasons in life, fear, loneliness and/or being overwhelmed can feel as if we are stuck in quick sand. The more we fight to get out of the quicksand the more we sink, and hope can diminish. Clients say we meet them exactly where they are in their struggle. We learn the core challenges that are in front of them and together work towards a solution.
We begin by creating a collaborative therapeutic relationship, work to create a safe, confidential dialogue to openly share your struggles.
It is in the experience of others and our own that at one time or another all of us have faced, is facing or will face some kind of adversity, distress, depression, anxiety, loss, abuse, neglect and trauma. During these seasons in life, fear, loneliness and/or being overwhelmed can feel as if we are stuck in quick sand. The more we fight to get out of the quicksand the more we sink, and hope can diminish. Clients say we meet them exactly where they are in their struggle. We learn the core challenges that are in front of them and together work towards a solution.
Steven Rodriguez is a Licensed Associate Counselor dedicated to helping individuals grow into their most authentic and fulfilling selves. He recognizes how powerful it can be to feel truly heard, validated, and supported during moments of vulnerability. Steven takes an eclectic approach so each session fits the client's unique needs, creating a safe, affirming, non-judgmental space where clients feel seen as they work through difficult emotions and move toward healing. He is committed to expanding access to inclusive, equitable, and affirming mental health care for all.
Steven Rodriguez is a Licensed Associate Counselor dedicated to helping individuals grow into their most authentic and fulfilling selves. He recognizes how powerful it can be to feel truly heard, validated, and supported during moments of vulnerability. Steven takes an eclectic approach so each session fits the client's unique needs, creating a safe, affirming, non-judgmental space where clients feel seen as they work through difficult emotions and move toward healing. He is committed to expanding access to inclusive, equitable, and affirming mental health care for all.
Are you seeking clarity, healing, or growth in your relationships, marriage, or faith—especially around intimacy, communication, or sexual concerns?
I offer Christian counseling and coaching focused on relationships, marriage, and sexual intimacy. I work with individuals and couples to address communication challenges, sexual concerns, and patterns that limit connection. Together, we integrate faith and mental health to foster clarity, healing, and deeper intimacy.
Are you seeking clarity, healing, or growth in your relationships, marriage, or faith—especially around intimacy, communication, or sexual concerns?
I offer Christian counseling and coaching focused on relationships, marriage, and sexual intimacy. I work with individuals and couples to address communication challenges, sexual concerns, and patterns that limit connection. Together, we integrate faith and mental health to foster clarity, healing, and deeper intimacy.
I’m here to help you feel less overwhelmed, stuck, hopeless or helpless. To help you quiet your brain/body, organize your thoughts, and figure out not just where all this stuff comes from, but what you can do about it. Sometimes I help people find answers inside themselves they already knew, sometimes I help people get outside of themselves and use insights from our fellow humans, from nature, science, spirituality, philosophy, you name it. I’m a straight talker, AND I don’t judge— literally, I can teach you how to use a nonjudgmental stance— and possibly most importantly, I bring some FUN to this process!
I’m here to help you feel less overwhelmed, stuck, hopeless or helpless. To help you quiet your brain/body, organize your thoughts, and figure out not just where all this stuff comes from, but what you can do about it. Sometimes I help people find answers inside themselves they already knew, sometimes I help people get outside of themselves and use insights from our fellow humans, from nature, science, spirituality, philosophy, you name it. I’m a straight talker, AND I don’t judge— literally, I can teach you how to use a nonjudgmental stance— and possibly most importantly, I bring some FUN to this process!
As a child of immigrants and a Muslim raised between the U.S. and the Middle East, I carry a unique perspective that blends both cultures and the experience of being a Muslim in America. This cultural awareness has deepened my understanding of the challenges many face in navigating multiple identities, and I bring that insight into my therapeutic work.
As a child of immigrants and a Muslim raised between the U.S. and the Middle East, I carry a unique perspective that blends both cultures and the experience of being a Muslim in America. This cultural awareness has deepened my understanding of the challenges many face in navigating multiple identities, and I bring that insight into my therapeutic work.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, independently licensed in Arizona with over 15 years of experience providing therapy to adolescents, adults, veterans, couples, and families.
I believe that feeling safe, supported, and non-judged are essential in building a successful working relationship, and treating everyone with dignity, respect, and compassion. You are not a label. We will work together to develop a treatment plan that meets your specific goals and needs.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, independently licensed in Arizona with over 15 years of experience providing therapy to adolescents, adults, veterans, couples, and families.
I believe that feeling safe, supported, and non-judged are essential in building a successful working relationship, and treating everyone with dignity, respect, and compassion. You are not a label. We will work together to develop a treatment plan that meets your specific goals and needs.
Your mind won’t stop racing—and your body feels like it’s constantly on alert. Maybe you wake up tense, your chest tight, thoughts already spinning about everything that could go wrong. You’ve tried to calm yourself, but the anxiety keeps looping back, sometimes turning into full-blown panic. You’re exhausted from worrying, yet afraid to slow down. You want to breathe again without waiting for the next wave of fear. Therapy can help you break the cycle and feel steady in your body and mind again.
Your mind won’t stop racing—and your body feels like it’s constantly on alert. Maybe you wake up tense, your chest tight, thoughts already spinning about everything that could go wrong. You’ve tried to calm yourself, but the anxiety keeps looping back, sometimes turning into full-blown panic. You’re exhausted from worrying, yet afraid to slow down. You want to breathe again without waiting for the next wave of fear. Therapy can help you break the cycle and feel steady in your body and mind again.
You’re done guessing and ready for clear, well-reasoned answers. You may be seeking clarity around a diagnosis, a court or legal question, or a situation where accuracy and fairness really matter. You want a thoughtful, thorough evaluation explained in plain language, without jargon or judgment. You may also be looking for therapy that feels practical, supportive, and easier than expected. I am Dr. Kerrey Bogardus. I specialize in psychological evaluations, forensic and court-related assessments, diagnostic clarification, and focused evaluations tailored to specific referral questions.
You’re done guessing and ready for clear, well-reasoned answers. You may be seeking clarity around a diagnosis, a court or legal question, or a situation where accuracy and fairness really matter. You want a thoughtful, thorough evaluation explained in plain language, without jargon or judgment. You may also be looking for therapy that feels practical, supportive, and easier than expected. I am Dr. Kerrey Bogardus. I specialize in psychological evaluations, forensic and court-related assessments, diagnostic clarification, and focused evaluations tailored to specific referral questions.
Many clients seek therapy because they feel stuck—overwhelmed by inner conflicts, high stress, or unresolved trauma that hinders meaningful relationships and productivity.
I help professionals, executives, and high-performing individuals navigate stress through evidence-based protocols.
Many clients seek therapy because they feel stuck—overwhelmed by inner conflicts, high stress, or unresolved trauma that hinders meaningful relationships and productivity.
I help professionals, executives, and high-performing individuals navigate stress through evidence-based protocols.
My goals for clients are to reduce emotional distress, improve coping skills and help with relationship conflict and communication.
I use a mixture of cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and strength based treatment. I have years of experience helping clients w coping skills, conflict resolution and processing of difficult feelings and situations to help you find greater peace in your life.
My goals for clients are to reduce emotional distress, improve coping skills and help with relationship conflict and communication.
I use a mixture of cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and strength based treatment. I have years of experience helping clients w coping skills, conflict resolution and processing of difficult feelings and situations to help you find greater peace in your life.
Kristen has a passion for inspiring others to healthy living and relationships.
Kristen has a passion for inspiring others to healthy living and relationships using the discipline of psychotherapy and the best empirically based practices, such as EFT, the Gottman Method, Prepare/Enrich, Mindfulness and Christian Meditation, Trauma-informed therapy, and the Townsend Competence and Character Model.
Kristen has a passion for inspiring others to healthy living and relationships.
Kristen has a passion for inspiring others to healthy living and relationships using the discipline of psychotherapy and the best empirically based practices, such as EFT, the Gottman Method, Prepare/Enrich, Mindfulness and Christian Meditation, Trauma-informed therapy, and the Townsend Competence and Character Model.
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FAQ - About Couples Therapy
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.