Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Chandler, AZ
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Jillian Shively
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My treatment modalities include CBT, DBT,
ACT
, motivational interviewing, play therapy, sandtray, and trauma focused therapy.
I am excited to announce the opening of my private therapy practice for children, adolescents, and their families, as well as adults, Through the Woods Therapy AZ, LLC. For the past 9 years I have worked with children and their families who have struggled with issues including but not limited to: suicide attempts and ideation, homicidal ideation, family conflict, behavioral issues, aggression, anxiety, emotional and physical abuse, ADHD, defiance, and emotion dysregulation. I also provide therapy services for adults struggling with depression, anxiety, anger management, as well as other difficulties.

Caitlin Derouen
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, EMDRT
Verified
Verified
I use these methods combined with my knowledge and experience of CBT, Mindfulness, Compassion Focused,
ACT
, Ego State, Motivational Interviewing and more.
I am a therapist who is passionate about teaching my patients to access their internal resources and unlock their mind's natural ability to regulate and heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, and more. My goal is to empower you with the coping skills you need to build confidence and personal resilience. Through our work together, you will "renew, refresh and revive" your mind and body. (NOTE: I am no longer contracted with insurance, please contact me to find out how you can use me as an out of network provider!)
Shawna Tremoulis
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LASAC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you have a gambling problem? If so, I offer State funded treatment for problem & compulsive gambling! If you would like to have a better life -
act
now, & together, we will create an individualized path that will help you reach your therapeutic goals!.
If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I can help you and offer a path going forward. I specialize in providing State funded treatment for problem & compulsive gambling, in a safe & confidential setting. I also treat drug/alcohol addiction. I offer individual, family, & couples counseling to adults of all ages. I have worked in the addiction field since 2015. Addiction affects the whole family and I am passionate about helping individuals and families work through these struggles. I work with each person during the treatment process to develop a customized approach that best meets each person’s individual needs.

Kelsey Kjellsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC, NCC
Verified
17 Endorsed
Verified
17 Endorsed
I have specialized training in
ACT
Therapy, Anxiety, Trauma, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Parent Training, and Play Therapy and use a tailored approach for each client to help support their unique and individualized needs.
Hi my name is Kelsey Kjellsen and I am a licensed professional counselor, clinical supervisor, and owner of Just Be Counseling Services, LLC. I work with individuals and families who are looking to make life-changing improvements. My primary passion is to help young adults (18-35) who are working to create the life that feels meaningful to them. Clients I see may be dealing with anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions, chronic health conditions, relationships, depression, troubling behaviors, high stress, and trauma to name a few. I also work with youth (7+) and their families to promote positive and healthy family connections.

Kayla Block
Counselor, MC, LPC, ASDCS
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I draw from a variety of modalities, including EMDR, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy,
Acceptance
and Commitment Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
Accepting new clients - I'm a passionate believer in the power of counseling to help clients recover from hardships, emerge stronger, and resume their journey to a new and better life. Whether you’re struggling with pandemic fatigue or more deep-rooted issues, I’m here to help. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a specialization in trauma and neglect, mood and anxiety disorders, and depression. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which I have found to be an invaluable tool for treating trauma and PTSD. I also am a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS).

Dr. Rae Mazzei
Psychologist, PsyD, BCB
Verified
Verified
I combine cognitive-behavioral therapy,
Acceptance
and Commitment Therapy (
ACT
), EMDR, hypnosis, and biofeedback.
Are you struggling with trauma, addiction, anxiety, or a phobia? As a Health Psychologist, I will help you heal and thrive by relying on proven psychological therapies. I believe in everyone's ability to overcome their difficulties, especially when empowered and supported to reach your goals. Within a nurturing relationship, I will support you to relieve anxiety, heal from a traumatic past, facilitate positive brain changes, and improve your well-being. Together, we will get to the root of your issues, address what is bothering you and work to make your life more fulfilling.

Raising Happiness Child Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, LPC
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
I provide individual and family therapy to address client and family social, emotional and behavioral concerns. I am specialized in working with victim trauma, general mental health problems, substance abuse, chronic behavioral health problems, and youth with sexually maladaptive behavior issues. I also have experience working with children and families struggling with history of domestic violence, addiction, and working with adolescents on aggression replacement,
acceptance
and responsibility and implementing healthy lifestyles. This practice does NOT get involved in custody/divorce cases.
Not accepting new clients

Cary Gauna
Counselor, MS, LAC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), solution-focused therapy,
acceptance
and commitment therapy, and radical
acceptance
.
Are you having difficulty navigating life's challenges and finding a way back to thriving rather than surviving? I can help. My approach comes from empowering people to see the strength and capabilities within themselves. My experience in counseling includes working with adults, adolescents, and couples struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, mood disorders, addiction, codependency, grief and loss, relationship issues, infidelity, narcissistic abuse, sexual abuse, and trauma. My style can be defined as warm, supportive, and positive allowing for a safe and therapeutic environment.
Waitlist for new clients

Neal Nicholas Holden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Modalities include parts therapy, solution-focused therapy, CBT,
ACT
, mindfulness and self-regulation, motivational interviewing, and EMDR.
My passion is helping people improve their ability to experience emotions in a healthy way so that they can be the best versions of themselves. We will work together to resolve issues with trauma, anxiety, anger/irritability, or feeling stuck in life. You may have tried making changes to feel better or be more positive, but despite your best efforts something is holding you back. You may have instinctual response patterns that are working against you. That's not you, that's survival mode. I will help reduce the struggle by teaching you how to "rewire" your nervous system so that it works with you, allowing you to be the real you.

Leigh Anne Randa
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Clients participate in cutting edge interventions such as IFS informed therapy and EMDR alongside more traditional therapies such as CBT, CPT, EXP/R, DBT and
ACT
.
Helping people rekindle true connection to self and others is my underlying passion and a cornerstone of the healing experience. Many of my clients have experienced acute/chronic stressors or trauma (PTSD, cPTSD). They struggle with anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorders, grief, relationship issues or just "I'm stuck". I work with each client to focus on what is most important to them in their healing, creating a true collaborative relationship in which they are honored as the expert on themselves. We create a safe environment in which we work together to resolve challenges and mental health concerns.

Audrey B Jung
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, LPCC
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
Communication is an important issue in counseling, so I often use Cognitive Behavioral Health strategies, including REBT, DBT and
ACT
with my clients to explore their styles of communication and improve rational thought.
I understand how difficult the decision to begin counseling can be. I want to ease your mind. My clients comment that my listening skills, personable approach and patient understanding have assisted them in achieving their counseling goals and objectives. I have nearly three decades of counseling experience in the state of Arizona, with primary focus on relationships, problems with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, stress reduction, tobacco cessation, new parent and pregnancy/post partum support. It's easy to get in touch with me. Visit my website to set your first appointment online.
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Shalene Rogg
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Shalene’s areas of focus include anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, eating and attachment disorders, phobias, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. She has a solution-focused approach, and her modalities can include art, prolonged exposure, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and
acceptance
and commitment therapies. Shalene believes patients are more vulnerable when engaged in creative art. She creates an atmosphere where patients feel comfortable and safe, and are encouraged to be their best selves.

Geoffrey Carr
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
His therapeutic model is based in existential philosophy and systems theory with training in EMDR,
ACT
, CBT, and DBT.
My goal is to help you create a more fulfilling life by by gaining deeper insight into yourself while learning practical tools to improve your mental and relational health. Some people I especially enjoy working with are: Those struggling with low self-esteem, social anxiety, or perfectionism. People who have experienced interpersonal trauma, childhood abuse, or relationship abuse. Couples struggling to navigate conflict or need support in improving communication. Individuals who have had negative or not-so-helpful experiences in therapy in the past.

Jennie Byers
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS-MFT, LAMFT
Verified
Verified
I will draw from EFT,
ACT
, IFS and other modalities to help you see that change is not only possible, it's in your reach! Once we discover the “big picture” we can look for the patterns that are keeping you stuck and help you create healthier ways of interacting and seeing your world.
Are you struggling to feel happy or move forward in life? Have you tried a variety of things to feel better or improve your relationships, but nothing really seems to work? I've been there and there is hope! As a marriage and family therapist I’m trained to support you through these very normal, but very challenging, difficulties in life. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe place for you and your loved ones to communicate, heal and find hope again. I’m trained in a wide variety of therapy models and have worked with individuals, couples & families to improve their relationships.

Andrew Johnson
MD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Andrew Johnson enjoys working closely with patients to help them achieve a better quality of life. Dr. Johnson can complete same-day initial evaluations. His treatment modalities include
acceptance
and commitment therapy. Dr. Johnson reminds patients that mental health treatment isn’t an overnight process. With time, hard work, and perseverance, the results can be well worth it. He completed his psychiatry residency at the University of Washington.

Maura Tapia
Licensed Associate Counselor, MC, LAC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I’m Maura Tapia, and I’m a licensed counselor providing counseling services to individuals and couples in Chandler, AZ. I utilize several types of therapy, including
acceptance
and commitment therapy (
ACT
), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), EMDR, and others in order to meet the needs of my clients. I offer online therapy and counseling sessions in Chandler, AZ.
Chandler, AZ 85248
& Online

Chris Tatsumi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I used a combination of DBT, CBT and
ACT
.
Hello! I enjoy working with people of all ages. From teens/young adults struggling with relationships and school to adults managing the struggle of day to day life. I use a client-centered approach and believe each person is unique. I do not believe one size fits all in therapy. Whether you need support in healing from past trauma, dealing with relationships or work stress, or you simply feel stuck in life, I am here to help you heal and reach your life goals.

Roxanne R Domek, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been practicing in the mental health field since 1991. I have experience and expertise working with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, stress management, obsessive compulsive disorder, trauma, and life adjustment issues. Currently, I work with adults and families in my private practice. My focus is to help others meet their life goals by providing an atmosphere of
acceptance
, warmth and partnership. I am an approved Clinical Supervisor in the state of Arizona and provide supervision to other therapists who are working towards credentialing/licensure.

Jenny Scheid
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I utilize cognitive behavioral modalities (CBT,
ACT
, DBT, ERP) to address fears, build coping skills, replace ineffective behaviors and live according to one's values.
I have been working in the counseling field since 2001, at all levels of care. I take a holistic approach (bio-psycho-social-spiritual) to treating the whole person. I offer Outpatient, IOP, Home and Community Outings. I am licensed in AZ, NM, TX and offer both in-person and virtual sessions. I have a heart for walking alongside others in their healing journey and helping them to live out of their true selves and values. I aim to display Hope, Grace and Truth to clients I work with. I am privileged to be in this role as a counselor and feel honored and humbled in continuing to learn from clients.

Monique Mort
Licensed Professional Counselor, MCC, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Therapy modalities I draw from are:
Acceptance
and Commitment Therapy (
ACT
), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy(DBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Family Systems, and Narrative Therapy.
Hello, I'm Monique Mort (She/Her), and I'm a licensed therapist who is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all individuals. My focus is on helping people who are struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, racial trauma, family/relational problems, and ethical non-monogamy. I provide services for Individuals, Couples and Families. I earned my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have been practicing therapy for over 15 years.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.