Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Carefree, AZ
Helen’s treatment approaches focus primarily on CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness.
Helen is a compassionate client-centered Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II). She is known for helping clients communicate more effectively, experience healing, growth, success, and freedom. Helen aspires to help clients adopt a more positive and empowered mindset, so they can tap into their existing strengths, skills, and resources to uncover solutions. She supports and guides clients in identifying what is not working, promoting their commitment to change what they can, and assisting them in accomplishing their goals.
Helen’s treatment approaches focus primarily on CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness.
Helen is a compassionate client-centered Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II). She is known for helping clients communicate more effectively, experience healing, growth, success, and freedom. Helen aspires to help clients adopt a more positive and empowered mindset, so they can tap into their existing strengths, skills, and resources to uncover solutions. She supports and guides clients in identifying what is not working, promoting their commitment to change what they can, and assisting them in accomplishing their goals.
You keep it all together for everyone else, but inside you feel anxious, disconnected, or on edge. I help adults heal the lasting impact of childhood trauma and emotional neglect so they can feel safe, connected, and confident in relationships. Together, we’ll identify the patterns that keep you stuck, regulate your nervous system, and create real emotional freedom.
These patterns aren’t your fault. They began as protection — shaped by early experiences of feeling unseen, unsafe, or not enough. Now, those same patterns block the closeness and peace you want most.
You keep it all together for everyone else, but inside you feel anxious, disconnected, or on edge. I help adults heal the lasting impact of childhood trauma and emotional neglect so they can feel safe, connected, and confident in relationships. Together, we’ll identify the patterns that keep you stuck, regulate your nervous system, and create real emotional freedom.
These patterns aren’t your fault. They began as protection — shaped by early experiences of feeling unseen, unsafe, or not enough. Now, those same patterns block the closeness and peace you want most.
I often use mindfulness, expressive arts, and EMDR in my practice.
Looking for help with difficult relationships or healing from trauma? I specialize in working with adults and teens who have experienced complex trauma or are navigating life transitions. I provide sliding scale fees to reduce financial barriers to accessing therapy. I incorporate somatosensory practices, expressive arts, EMDR and Flash to help you heal from trauma.
You may be feeling ready for a change and need support moving forward. You may be struggling with attachment relationships. You may be feeling overwhelmed. You may be struggling with anxiety and navigating work or school. I’d be glad to set up a time to connect!
I often use mindfulness, expressive arts, and EMDR in my practice.
Looking for help with difficult relationships or healing from trauma? I specialize in working with adults and teens who have experienced complex trauma or are navigating life transitions. I provide sliding scale fees to reduce financial barriers to accessing therapy. I incorporate somatosensory practices, expressive arts, EMDR and Flash to help you heal from trauma.
You may be feeling ready for a change and need support moving forward. You may be struggling with attachment relationships. You may be feeling overwhelmed. You may be struggling with anxiety and navigating work or school. I’d be glad to set up a time to connect!
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.
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.
Welcome! I am Dr. Vallery Coats. Most people who contact a therapist are looking for effective, compassionate help for themselves or their relationship. Individuals contact me because they are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, old wounds, career decisions, family estrangments, or unresolved issues. Couples contact me for objective help with communication, intimacy, infidelity, in-laws, money disagreements, or ongoing arguing, I offer useable tools that give you relief pretty quickly and also help you make lasting changes.
Welcome! I am Dr. Vallery Coats. Most people who contact a therapist are looking for effective, compassionate help for themselves or their relationship. Individuals contact me because they are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, old wounds, career decisions, family estrangments, or unresolved issues. Couples contact me for objective help with communication, intimacy, infidelity, in-laws, money disagreements, or ongoing arguing, I offer useable tools that give you relief pretty quickly and also help you make lasting changes.
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.
If you’re here, you might be feeling stuck. Maybe you understand where your patterns come from, but that insight hasn’t actually changed the trauma responses, intrusive thoughts, emotional numbness, or coping strategies that don’t feel helpful anymore. That can be exhausting.
I offer therapy that’s compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in helping your nervous system feel safe. We’ll explore the protective patterns that once helped you survive, process difficult experiences at your pace, and create space for reflection.
If you’re here, you might be feeling stuck. Maybe you understand where your patterns come from, but that insight hasn’t actually changed the trauma responses, intrusive thoughts, emotional numbness, or coping strategies that don’t feel helpful anymore. That can be exhausting.
I offer therapy that’s compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in helping your nervous system feel safe. We’ll explore the protective patterns that once helped you survive, process difficult experiences at your pace, and create space for reflection.
Accepting new clients! Offering a safe space for you to be vulnerable. Compassionate listening and encouragement are a part of the counseling process as we work together toward healing and authenticity. What do you want the end result of your sessions to be?
The willingness to change is the cornerstone of finding healing and freedom from anxiety, depression, and trauma. Hope is the confident expectation of good and it does not disappoint.
Accepting new clients! Offering a safe space for you to be vulnerable. Compassionate listening and encouragement are a part of the counseling process as we work together toward healing and authenticity. What do you want the end result of your sessions to be?
The willingness to change is the cornerstone of finding healing and freedom from anxiety, depression, and trauma. Hope is the confident expectation of good and it does not disappoint.
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I specialize in working with children, teens, adults, and families. I have extensive training in psychological assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as general mental health challenges. In individual therapy, I believe in a neurodiversity affirming approach that utilizes individual strengths to support areas of challenge. I incorporate strategies from cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, emotional-focused, and interpersonal therapies to help client’s reach their best potential. In family therapy, I utilize Emotionally Focused Family Therapy to help families better understand each others’ attachment needs.
I specialize in working with children, teens, adults, and families. I have extensive training in psychological assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as general mental health challenges. In individual therapy, I believe in a neurodiversity affirming approach that utilizes individual strengths to support areas of challenge. I incorporate strategies from cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, emotional-focused, and interpersonal therapies to help client’s reach their best potential. In family therapy, I utilize Emotionally Focused Family Therapy to help families better understand each others’ attachment needs.
I predominantly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Mindfulness-based therapies.
Accepting New Clients. In person and online. I was trained in New York and have over 25 years of experience. I believe that you are, and always will be, the foremost expert on you. My approach is very direct, honest, and specifically tailored to your needs. The most important part of the therapeutic experience is our working relationship. I will work as your partner through the entire therapeutic process. I also believe that humor can sometimes be an asset in our work.
I predominantly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Mindfulness-based therapies.
Accepting New Clients. In person and online. I was trained in New York and have over 25 years of experience. I believe that you are, and always will be, the foremost expert on you. My approach is very direct, honest, and specifically tailored to your needs. The most important part of the therapeutic experience is our working relationship. I will work as your partner through the entire therapeutic process. I also believe that humor can sometimes be an asset in our work.
I have decades of experience and training in Play therapy, Art Therapy, Expressive Arts, Mindfulness, Relationship-based, Parent-Child Psychotherapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and other reflective, complementary & alternative modalities
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.
I have decades of experience and training in Play therapy, Art Therapy, Expressive Arts, Mindfulness, Relationship-based, Parent-Child Psychotherapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and other reflective, complementary & alternative modalities
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.
I have practiced as a clinical psychologist for over 35 years. I still consider it a privilege to empower clients to solve the complications and problems they are facing. My practice has shown me that every individual is able to positively change his or her ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving, provided that he or she remains motivated and embracing of change. I treat people from diverse backgrounds for a variety of problems, including: anxiety, depression, relationship problems, postpartum difficulties, parenting problems and child custody issues. I also work with patients who are coping with aging and chronic illnesses.
I have practiced as a clinical psychologist for over 35 years. I still consider it a privilege to empower clients to solve the complications and problems they are facing. My practice has shown me that every individual is able to positively change his or her ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving, provided that he or she remains motivated and embracing of change. I treat people from diverse backgrounds for a variety of problems, including: anxiety, depression, relationship problems, postpartum difficulties, parenting problems and child custody issues. I also work with patients who are coping with aging and chronic illnesses.
What constitutes a traumatic event is a very personal experience. Often it isn’t until you are in therapy that you discover the full implications and impact on the quality of your life. The footprint of trauma can show itself as difficulty at work, unhealthy relationship patterns, anxiety, depression, or a lack of sleep. It can also be the total and complete interruption of your life. What you may think is anxiety or depression could be early trauma or developmental trauma. It can also be complex trauma created after multiple events and experiences. It is never what's wrong with you but what's happened to you!
What constitutes a traumatic event is a very personal experience. Often it isn’t until you are in therapy that you discover the full implications and impact on the quality of your life. The footprint of trauma can show itself as difficulty at work, unhealthy relationship patterns, anxiety, depression, or a lack of sleep. It can also be the total and complete interruption of your life. What you may think is anxiety or depression could be early trauma or developmental trauma. It can also be complex trauma created after multiple events and experiences. It is never what's wrong with you but what's happened to you!
As a partner and guide for adult individuals and couples, I integrate mindfulness, relational, and cognitive therapies to help you identify and transform irrational thoughts, unhealthy coping strategies, and behavior patterns that may have steered you off course.
In addition to my private practice, I work as a therapist at Banner Thunderbird Medical Center and a Senior Adjunct Professor at Grand Canyon University. I am also a national speaker on suicide bereavement. My experience as a counselor at Hazelden/Betty Ford Center deepened my passion for helping individuals affected by mental illness and substance abuse.
As a partner and guide for adult individuals and couples, I integrate mindfulness, relational, and cognitive therapies to help you identify and transform irrational thoughts, unhealthy coping strategies, and behavior patterns that may have steered you off course.
In addition to my private practice, I work as a therapist at Banner Thunderbird Medical Center and a Senior Adjunct Professor at Grand Canyon University. I am also a national speaker on suicide bereavement. My experience as a counselor at Hazelden/Betty Ford Center deepened my passion for helping individuals affected by mental illness and substance abuse.
I use Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy to support you in understanding emotions and achieving relief from feelings of distress.
Do you feel anxious, depressed, or mentally worn out? Are you confused about where these feelings come from and how to make them stop? Have you worried you may always feel this way? Hopelessness is common after wanting and trying to feel better, yet still feeling stuck. Imagine your life free of intrusive thoughts and dysregulated emotions. Imagine healing centered on understanding yourself rather than beating yourself up. Caring for your mental health is challenging, but lasting change is possible. You can experience an emotionally balanced life and find joy in the process of getting there. There are ways to start feeling better!
I use Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy to support you in understanding emotions and achieving relief from feelings of distress.
Do you feel anxious, depressed, or mentally worn out? Are you confused about where these feelings come from and how to make them stop? Have you worried you may always feel this way? Hopelessness is common after wanting and trying to feel better, yet still feeling stuck. Imagine your life free of intrusive thoughts and dysregulated emotions. Imagine healing centered on understanding yourself rather than beating yourself up. Caring for your mental health is challenging, but lasting change is possible. You can experience an emotionally balanced life and find joy in the process of getting there. There are ways to start feeling better!
I am passionate about combining the science of behavior with an emphasis on holistic practices including mindfulness and connection with the self.
My ideal clients are teens and adults who feel stuck in patterns that no longer fit and are ready to take responsibility, accountability and move toward meaningful change. Many are navigating ADHD, Autism, anxiety, relational challenges, or internal blocks that keep them from showing up fully in life. They are thoughtful, motivated, and want support that is compassionate, honest, and direct. For teens, I work best with families who want to be actively involved. Meaningful change happens when caregivers are open to learning, reflecting, and making adjustments alongside their teen, rather than expecting therapy to do the work alone.
I am passionate about combining the science of behavior with an emphasis on holistic practices including mindfulness and connection with the self.
My ideal clients are teens and adults who feel stuck in patterns that no longer fit and are ready to take responsibility, accountability and move toward meaningful change. Many are navigating ADHD, Autism, anxiety, relational challenges, or internal blocks that keep them from showing up fully in life. They are thoughtful, motivated, and want support that is compassionate, honest, and direct. For teens, I work best with families who want to be actively involved. Meaningful change happens when caregivers are open to learning, reflecting, and making adjustments alongside their teen, rather than expecting therapy to do the work alone.
My job is to create a space that feels safe, supportive, and empowering as we focus on what matters most to you. I support clients experiencing depression, anxiety, loss, relationship struggles, challenging life transitions and more. Those I work with are looking to be understood, to understand themselves better, and are motivated to move towards healing. Each session will be yours, and to fully show up for those I work with, I bring my authentic self to session as well. I have worked with couples and adults in various settings, and I find exploring identity with women and helping couples reconnect especially meaningful.
My job is to create a space that feels safe, supportive, and empowering as we focus on what matters most to you. I support clients experiencing depression, anxiety, loss, relationship struggles, challenging life transitions and more. Those I work with are looking to be understood, to understand themselves better, and are motivated to move towards healing. Each session will be yours, and to fully show up for those I work with, I bring my authentic self to session as well. I have worked with couples and adults in various settings, and I find exploring identity with women and helping couples reconnect especially meaningful.
My approach is collaborative and client-centered, drawing from CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, and my goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel supported from the very beginning. I work with adolescents and adults navigating challenges such as anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, communication difficulties, coping skills, and personal growth. Together, we’ll identify what matters most to you and build a path toward healing and resilience at your own pace.
My approach is collaborative and client-centered, drawing from CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, and my goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel supported from the very beginning. I work with adolescents and adults navigating challenges such as anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, communication difficulties, coping skills, and personal growth. Together, we’ll identify what matters most to you and build a path toward healing and resilience at your own pace.
Jennifer Edwards
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, NCC, LPC
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been practicing for over 16 years. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults for over two decades, building on strengths and overcoming challenges. I work with the individual to address emotional and mental health. I provide trauma informed interventions that are tailored to the individual client.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been practicing for over 16 years. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults for over two decades, building on strengths and overcoming challenges. I work with the individual to address emotional and mental health. I provide trauma informed interventions that are tailored to the individual client.
You might be here because something no longer fits—your faith, a relationship, a role you were taught to carry, or the version of yourself that learned to stay quiet to belong. You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that are making daily life harder to navigate. You’re thoughtful and values-driven, but tired of second-guessing yourself. Therapy can be a place to slow down, rebuild self-trust, and create a life that feels aligned and genuinely yours. Serving clients in Arizona and Utah.
You might be here because something no longer fits—your faith, a relationship, a role you were taught to carry, or the version of yourself that learned to stay quiet to belong. You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that are making daily life harder to navigate. You’re thoughtful and values-driven, but tired of second-guessing yourself. Therapy can be a place to slow down, rebuild self-trust, and create a life that feels aligned and genuinely yours. Serving clients in Arizona and Utah.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behavior through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.