Therapists for Adults in Cave Creek, AZ
Herbert Counseling,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, LCSW
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Waitlist for new clients
I help adults navigate depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, PTSD, relationship challenges, grief, and life transitions—including growing up in an alcoholic family and questioning your own patterns.
I work with women and men, specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, grief, life-limiting illness, women’s issues, and aging and anger management using psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and cognitive-behavioral , and anger management approaches.
I help adults navigate depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, PTSD, relationship challenges, grief, and life transitions—including growing up in an alcoholic family and questioning your own patterns.
I work with women and men, specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, grief, life-limiting illness, women’s issues, and aging and anger management using psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and cognitive-behavioral , and anger management approaches.
You’re at a crossroads. You feel stuck—maybe in your career, your relationships, or just in life itself. You’ve done the thinking, the overthinking, the waiting for clarity to magically appear… but it hasn’t. What you really want is direction, confidence, and a sense of purpose—a life that actually fits who you are. You’re ready for a shift, but you’re not sure how to get there.
You’re at a crossroads. You feel stuck—maybe in your career, your relationships, or just in life itself. You’ve done the thinking, the overthinking, the waiting for clarity to magically appear… but it hasn’t. What you really want is direction, confidence, and a sense of purpose—a life that actually fits who you are. You’re ready for a shift, but you’re not sure how to get there.
Gwen is a Licensed Associate Counselor in Arizona, a Certified Youth Mental Health Specialist, and an Equine-Assisted Therapist. She holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis on Trauma Counseling, and has a deep passion for helping children, teens, and families heal through meaningful connection—with themselves, with others, and with animals. Her approach integrates traditional therapy with equine-assisted practices to support clients experiencing a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, gender identity issues, behavioral difficulties, ADHD, Autism, and trauma.
Gwen is a Licensed Associate Counselor in Arizona, a Certified Youth Mental Health Specialist, and an Equine-Assisted Therapist. She holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis on Trauma Counseling, and has a deep passion for helping children, teens, and families heal through meaningful connection—with themselves, with others, and with animals. Her approach integrates traditional therapy with equine-assisted practices to support clients experiencing a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, gender identity issues, behavioral difficulties, ADHD, Autism, and trauma.
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.
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.
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.
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.
We are not your average therapists! If you're looking for someone to nod their head in agreement with everything you say or for someone to just listen until "time is up," then this is not the place for you. We are an active part of your treatment. We focus on helping people find stability, life satisfaction and self-love. To do this effectively, means we offer insights and feedback, encourage you to dig deeper and challenge you. We're able to do this with care and compassion because we develop a strong therapeutic alliance built on mutual respect and trust. This is the foundation of what we do.
We are not your average therapists! If you're looking for someone to nod their head in agreement with everything you say or for someone to just listen until "time is up," then this is not the place for you. We are an active part of your treatment. We focus on helping people find stability, life satisfaction and self-love. To do this effectively, means we offer insights and feedback, encourage you to dig deeper and challenge you. We're able to do this with care and compassion because we develop a strong therapeutic alliance built on mutual respect and trust. This is the foundation of what we do.
Amy Haack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Amy Haack, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Waitlist for new clients
I hold several core values that guide my work with others. I believe mental health care should be easily accessible and affordable for all. I recognize that as humans, we share connected experiences and the need to feel connected with others. One of the most important aspects of therapy is the sense of validation and knowing you're not alone. My goal is to help clients engage in actionable interventions that we create together. I focus on building strengths and empowering clients to live in a way that feels like thriving, not just surviving.
I hold several core values that guide my work with others. I believe mental health care should be easily accessible and affordable for all. I recognize that as humans, we share connected experiences and the need to feel connected with others. One of the most important aspects of therapy is the sense of validation and knowing you're not alone. My goal is to help clients engage in actionable interventions that we create together. I focus on building strengths and empowering clients to live in a way that feels like thriving, not just surviving.
Where there is judgment, there is no space for growth. I offer a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore, heal, and thrive without fear of criticism or bias. My approach is client-centered and strength-based, focusing on empowering individuals to achieve their goals and overcome obstacles. I have training in various therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, and REBT; specializing in the treatment of mental health and addictions.
Where there is judgment, there is no space for growth. I offer a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore, heal, and thrive without fear of criticism or bias. My approach is client-centered and strength-based, focusing on empowering individuals to achieve their goals and overcome obstacles. I have training in various therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, and REBT; specializing in the treatment of mental health and addictions.
My clients achieve practical, reliable tools to overcome anxiety, depression and overcome the painfully lingering effects of grief and loss. 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, work through their pain, and rediscover a sense of joy and purpose. Having lost both of my parents within four months, I understand the profound cost of love and the depth of grief that follows. In addition, I’m especially passionate about helping people build strong self-esteem and meaningful life stories.
My clients achieve practical, reliable tools to overcome anxiety, depression and overcome the painfully lingering effects of grief and loss. 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, work through their pain, and rediscover a sense of joy and purpose. Having lost both of my parents within four months, I understand the profound cost of love and the depth of grief that follows. In addition, I’m especially passionate about helping people build strong self-esteem and meaningful life stories.
Saige is a certified grief and loss therapist and has 15 years experience providing services to adults and adolescence within the general population and the severely mentally ill population.
Saige’s area of specialty include grief and loss, as well as clinical mental health and nutrition. She will assist you in diagnosis, gaining understanding of your symptoms, and analyzing how diet or nutrition changes could be helpful for symptom management. Saige will stand my you through the grief and loss process, while affirming the importance of this process. Saige prefers a gentler approach, and likes to focus on building a client’s confidence and values in sessions. She is passionate about building up her client’s sense of self-worth, confidence, and esteem and enjoys watching her clients find happiness through their growth.
Saige is a certified grief and loss therapist and has 15 years experience providing services to adults and adolescence within the general population and the severely mentally ill population.
Saige’s area of specialty include grief and loss, as well as clinical mental health and nutrition. She will assist you in diagnosis, gaining understanding of your symptoms, and analyzing how diet or nutrition changes could be helpful for symptom management. Saige will stand my you through the grief and loss process, while affirming the importance of this process. Saige prefers a gentler approach, and likes to focus on building a client’s confidence and values in sessions. She is passionate about building up her client’s sense of self-worth, confidence, and esteem and enjoys watching her clients find happiness through their growth.
As a psychologist, I find it most important to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment, where children, adolescents and adults feel comfortable and understood.
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. All clients have the option of either short- or long-term guidance, depending on their needs and goals.
As a psychologist, I find it most important to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment, where children, adolescents and adults feel comfortable and understood.
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. All clients have the option of either short- or long-term guidance, depending on their needs and goals.
I am a coach and the owner of Stitched Head & Heart Project. I facilitate individuals in areas of personal development, growth and relationships. I work to identify limiting thought cycles/beliefs ready for change. I graduated from Arizona State University Summa Cum Laude. I am a PSYCH-K Facilitator and Certified Consulting Hypnotist. The application of these techniques fosters power and lasting change on an innate subconscious level. Sessions focus on self-esteem, relationships, prosperity, health/body, personal power and dealing with grief/loss with a goal of uncovering needs safely/confidently as you create your change!
I am a coach and the owner of Stitched Head & Heart Project. I facilitate individuals in areas of personal development, growth and relationships. I work to identify limiting thought cycles/beliefs ready for change. I graduated from Arizona State University Summa Cum Laude. I am a PSYCH-K Facilitator and Certified Consulting Hypnotist. The application of these techniques fosters power and lasting change on an innate subconscious level. Sessions focus on self-esteem, relationships, prosperity, health/body, personal power and dealing with grief/loss with a goal of uncovering needs safely/confidently as you create your change!
Patricia L Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SEP, EMDR, CSAT
2 Endorsed
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Do you feel stuck in repeating patterns wondering how to change? Wanting to begin your healing journey? Learning to live life to its fullest? Everyone needs support from time to time as you work through relational issues or complex emotions including important life decisions, addressing self-esteem with challenging negative thinking or boundaries as well as perfectionism. I can help you discover needs and wants or finding moderation, any and all core issues including traumatic experiences can be processed through a therapeutic relationship. I have dedicated my professional career to offering support and guidance through healing.
Do you feel stuck in repeating patterns wondering how to change? Wanting to begin your healing journey? Learning to live life to its fullest? Everyone needs support from time to time as you work through relational issues or complex emotions including important life decisions, addressing self-esteem with challenging negative thinking or boundaries as well as perfectionism. I can help you discover needs and wants or finding moderation, any and all core issues including traumatic experiences can be processed through a therapeutic relationship. I have dedicated my professional career to offering support and guidance through healing.
As a therapist, I work with adult clients to identify and work through life's challenges whether it is substance abuse, relationship issues or symptoms from trauma, or mental health issues like anxiety and depression.
Accepting new clients for telehealth and in person sessions. Life presents many challenges that can become consuming and overwhelming. When life happens having a supportive and kind person to have the opportunity to work with in a compassionate and helpful way with professionalism and collaboration can make all challenges manageable.
As a therapist, I work with adult clients to identify and work through life's challenges whether it is substance abuse, relationship issues or symptoms from trauma, or mental health issues like anxiety and depression.
Accepting new clients for telehealth and in person sessions. Life presents many challenges that can become consuming and overwhelming. When life happens having a supportive and kind person to have the opportunity to work with in a compassionate and helpful way with professionalism and collaboration can make all challenges manageable.
Kevin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Waitlist for new clients
In therapy we learn to address problems we've been avoiding because they cause us pain or discomfort. For many, avoiding problems has become a problem in itself. You may experience issues with personal productivity, mood, traumatic memories, substance use, or social anxiety. These concerns can be distressing, but they are all manageable with the right skills. A great therapist, Carl Rogers, said “The curious paradox is that when I accept myself, just as I am, then I can change.” Therapy can help you learn skills to get this process of self-acceptance and positive change started.
In therapy we learn to address problems we've been avoiding because they cause us pain or discomfort. For many, avoiding problems has become a problem in itself. You may experience issues with personal productivity, mood, traumatic memories, substance use, or social anxiety. These concerns can be distressing, but they are all manageable with the right skills. A great therapist, Carl Rogers, said “The curious paradox is that when I accept myself, just as I am, then I can change.” Therapy can help you learn skills to get this process of self-acceptance and positive change started.
I have 34 years of counseling experience and work with children, adolescence, adults and couples.
My approach to therapy is integrative and includes the mental, physical, spiritual, energetic and emotional components of healing. I am eclectic and use a variety of counseling techniques and bodywork modalities to match the client's needs and situation. My ideal client is one who has used traditional talk therapy and is 'stuck' in the loop of the mind and wishes to heal, change, grow or resolve and move on with life. Most conditions are improved by my approach, especially with those who are willing. I see couples for relationship counseling using a you/me/us approach. It works!
I have 34 years of counseling experience and work with children, adolescence, adults and couples.
My approach to therapy is integrative and includes the mental, physical, spiritual, energetic and emotional components of healing. I am eclectic and use a variety of counseling techniques and bodywork modalities to match the client's needs and situation. My ideal client is one who has used traditional talk therapy and is 'stuck' in the loop of the mind and wishes to heal, change, grow or resolve and move on with life. Most conditions are improved by my approach, especially with those who are willing. I see couples for relationship counseling using a you/me/us approach. It works!
Licensed Social Worker in Arizona with over 16 years of experience helping adults/ elderly, teens, couples, and families navigate life's challenges.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in a relationship, or facing a major life shift? Maybe you just want to cope better day to day. Deep down, you know something needs to change - and you don’t have to do it alone. I offer a compassionate, collaborative space where you feel safe, supported, and truly heard. With a background in social work and mental health, I use evidence-based approaches to help you build insight, resilience, and lasting growth. You deserve support. Let’s begin the journey together.
Licensed Social Worker in Arizona with over 16 years of experience helping adults/ elderly, teens, couples, and families navigate life's challenges.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in a relationship, or facing a major life shift? Maybe you just want to cope better day to day. Deep down, you know something needs to change - and you don’t have to do it alone. I offer a compassionate, collaborative space where you feel safe, supported, and truly heard. With a background in social work and mental health, I use evidence-based approaches to help you build insight, resilience, and lasting growth. You deserve support. Let’s begin the journey together.
Doak has over thirty years of experience working with children, teenagers, adults and families.
Dr. Doak has specialties in treating adopted children and children with Attachment Disorders.
Doak has over thirty years of experience working with children, teenagers, adults and families.
Dr. Doak has specialties in treating adopted children and children with Attachment Disorders.
Shelly is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas and Arizona that has been committed to serving the behavioral health community for over 25 years. While receiving her training at the Houston Galveston Institute, she was able to nurture her passion to build strong therapeutic relationships and meaningful connections with clients.
Shelly is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas and Arizona that has been committed to serving the behavioral health community for over 25 years. While receiving her training at the Houston Galveston Institute, she was able to nurture her passion to build strong therapeutic relationships and meaningful connections with clients.
Carrie Hitchler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
7 Endorsed
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
I am currently accepting new clients ages 18 and up for individual counseling, in office and via video telehealth. Common presenting issues include anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, and relational challenges. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of success in therapy. Without feelings of safety and trust, it is difficult to let down your defenses.
I am currently accepting new clients ages 18 and up for individual counseling, in office and via video telehealth. Common presenting issues include anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, and relational challenges. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of success in therapy. Without feelings of safety and trust, it is difficult to let down your defenses.
For 30 years, with a master's in marriage and family therapy, I’ve helped couples reconnect when they feel more like roommates than partners. Instead of getting caught in the same arguments or growing distant, our coaching partnership focuses on reconnection, finding solutions, and creating more meaningful lives.
As a relationship and solutions coach, I assist couples with communication strategies to better optimize their relationship. I do not take sides. We will move toward building a better connection between you and your partner.
For 30 years, with a master's in marriage and family therapy, I’ve helped couples reconnect when they feel more like roommates than partners. Instead of getting caught in the same arguments or growing distant, our coaching partnership focuses on reconnection, finding solutions, and creating more meaningful lives.
As a relationship and solutions coach, I assist couples with communication strategies to better optimize their relationship. I do not take sides. We will move toward building a better connection between you and your partner.
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FAQ - About Adult Counseling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.