Female Therapists in Gilbert, AZ
Most people don't seek counseling because life feels easy; they do so when something feels heavy, confusing, or unmanageable. I see you as a complex, resilient individual shaped by early relationships, trauma, and lived experiences. My role is to walk alongside you as a supportive, nonjudgmental ally as you build insight, recognize patterns, and work toward meaningful and sustainable change.
Most people don't seek counseling because life feels easy; they do so when something feels heavy, confusing, or unmanageable. I see you as a complex, resilient individual shaped by early relationships, trauma, and lived experiences. My role is to walk alongside you as a supportive, nonjudgmental ally as you build insight, recognize patterns, and work toward meaningful and sustainable change.
Motherhood is no joke! It can be lonely, scary, and overwhelming. One day leads to another and you’re exhausted, frustrated, and on edge. Scary thoughts never let up and leave you feeling like a bad mom. Everything is hard and no one seems to understand. People say annoying things like, "Enjoy every moment!" You wish you could, but it's just not that easy. The loneliness, anger, resentment, and guilt make everything harder and you're in survival mode. You might feel like you've lost your sense of self and wonder if you will ever feel like "you" again. The answer is YES! You're not alone. I understand, and I can help.
Motherhood is no joke! It can be lonely, scary, and overwhelming. One day leads to another and you’re exhausted, frustrated, and on edge. Scary thoughts never let up and leave you feeling like a bad mom. Everything is hard and no one seems to understand. People say annoying things like, "Enjoy every moment!" You wish you could, but it's just not that easy. The loneliness, anger, resentment, and guilt make everything harder and you're in survival mode. You might feel like you've lost your sense of self and wonder if you will ever feel like "you" again. The answer is YES! You're not alone. I understand, and I can help.
I am passionate about helping individuals explore and embrace their identities, especially within the LGBTQIA+ community. I focus on empowering others by fostering self-compassion, confidence, and self-esteem. My goal is to support you in discovering your authentic self and navigating life’s challenges with care, understanding, and a sprinkle of humor.
Using a blend of Brain Spotting, CBT, ACT, and Psychodynamic Theory I tailor each session to your needs. Whether you're processing painful experiences, shifting unhelpful thought patterns, or working toward a more confident and aligned version of yourself.
I am passionate about helping individuals explore and embrace their identities, especially within the LGBTQIA+ community. I focus on empowering others by fostering self-compassion, confidence, and self-esteem. My goal is to support you in discovering your authentic self and navigating life’s challenges with care, understanding, and a sprinkle of humor.
Using a blend of Brain Spotting, CBT, ACT, and Psychodynamic Theory I tailor each session to your needs. Whether you're processing painful experiences, shifting unhelpful thought patterns, or working toward a more confident and aligned version of yourself.
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to learn about my approach to therapy. I believe that when individuals seek therapy, they are embarking on a courageous journey toward change, healing, and self-discovery. My mission is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your authentic self and overcome the challenges that hold you back from a peaceful life. Together, we’ll cultivate fresh perspectives and insights, empowering you to transcend feelings of “stuckness.”
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to learn about my approach to therapy. I believe that when individuals seek therapy, they are embarking on a courageous journey toward change, healing, and self-discovery. My mission is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your authentic self and overcome the challenges that hold you back from a peaceful life. Together, we’ll cultivate fresh perspectives and insights, empowering you to transcend feelings of “stuckness.”
You grew up in an environment where obedience, compliance, or emotional restraint were valued over authenticity. You may be healing from religious trauma or other high-control systems and still carry guilt, shame, or self-doubt about your needs and desires. You want relief from people-pleasing, a steadier sense of self, and relationships where you can show up honestly without self-silencing, self-erasure, or fear of disappointing others.
You grew up in an environment where obedience, compliance, or emotional restraint were valued over authenticity. You may be healing from religious trauma or other high-control systems and still carry guilt, shame, or self-doubt about your needs and desires. You want relief from people-pleasing, a steadier sense of self, and relationships where you can show up honestly without self-silencing, self-erasure, or fear of disappointing others.
Accepting New Clients! With over 16 years of experience, I'm a seasoned counselor specializing in trauma therapy, depression, and anxiety. I foster a non-judgmental environment, prioritizing collaboration and self-awareness to guide clients toward personal growth and resilience. By developing a trusting therapeutic relationship, I am here to hold space and provide guidance to overcome and persevere through your life’s unique and present difficulties.
Accepting New Clients! With over 16 years of experience, I'm a seasoned counselor specializing in trauma therapy, depression, and anxiety. I foster a non-judgmental environment, prioritizing collaboration and self-awareness to guide clients toward personal growth and resilience. By developing a trusting therapeutic relationship, I am here to hold space and provide guidance to overcome and persevere through your life’s unique and present difficulties.
I work well with child and adolescent clients who have Autism, ADHD, anxiety, and behavior struggles. I will help them gain positive behavior skills, emotional regulation strategies, and learn how to express themselves effectively. When I work with families, we start by learning accessible and effective communication skills, and coping skills to co-reggulate, then apply those skills to help solve any emotional, social, or behavioral issues. When I work with young adults, I enjoy helping them grow in their career and life goals, social interactions, college-life balance, self-esteem, and management of anxiety.
I work well with child and adolescent clients who have Autism, ADHD, anxiety, and behavior struggles. I will help them gain positive behavior skills, emotional regulation strategies, and learn how to express themselves effectively. When I work with families, we start by learning accessible and effective communication skills, and coping skills to co-reggulate, then apply those skills to help solve any emotional, social, or behavioral issues. When I work with young adults, I enjoy helping them grow in their career and life goals, social interactions, college-life balance, self-esteem, and management of anxiety.
Over-functioning burnt out students and professionals I am here to help! You’re high-functioning perfectionist who has it all together and a full plate. You care deeply, love hard, and somehow still find yourself stuck in the same patterns, carrying old trauma, and wondering why anger shows up at the worst times. You want clarity without overthinking, boundaries without guilt, and emotional relief that doesn’t require becoming a different person. Therapy with me is practical, honest, and human! A place to understand your triggers, calm your nervous system, and build relationships (including with yourself) that actually feel good.
Over-functioning burnt out students and professionals I am here to help! You’re high-functioning perfectionist who has it all together and a full plate. You care deeply, love hard, and somehow still find yourself stuck in the same patterns, carrying old trauma, and wondering why anger shows up at the worst times. You want clarity without overthinking, boundaries without guilt, and emotional relief that doesn’t require becoming a different person. Therapy with me is practical, honest, and human! A place to understand your triggers, calm your nervous system, and build relationships (including with yourself) that actually feel good.
My ideal client is someone who feels ready—maybe even just a little—to understand themselves more deeply. They might be navigating anxiety, overwhelm, relationship stress, trauma, or a difficult life transition. Often, they’ve reached a point where old patterns no longer serve them, and they’re searching for relief, clarity, and a sense of stability. What they need most is a safe, compassionate space where they don’t have to carry everything alone. They want to feel heard without judgment, to make sense of their emotions and experiences, and to develop healthier ways of coping.
My ideal client is someone who feels ready—maybe even just a little—to understand themselves more deeply. They might be navigating anxiety, overwhelm, relationship stress, trauma, or a difficult life transition. Often, they’ve reached a point where old patterns no longer serve them, and they’re searching for relief, clarity, and a sense of stability. What they need most is a safe, compassionate space where they don’t have to carry everything alone. They want to feel heard without judgment, to make sense of their emotions and experiences, and to develop healthier ways of coping.
Welcome! I am a trauma-informed therapist with a Christian worldview.
I specialize in working with teenagers, adults, veterans, and first responders. I also work with couples who are confronting the difficult challenges of infidelity and relationship issues.
Issues I help clients navigate include: trauma, low self-esteem, anxiety, relationship challenges, codependency, men's issues, and social anxiety.
Welcome! I am a trauma-informed therapist with a Christian worldview.
I specialize in working with teenagers, adults, veterans, and first responders. I also work with couples who are confronting the difficult challenges of infidelity and relationship issues.
Issues I help clients navigate include: trauma, low self-esteem, anxiety, relationship challenges, codependency, men's issues, and social anxiety.
I’ve had a passion for helping others since I was 16 years old, which led me to pursue a career in therapy. Over the years, I’ve worked with individuals from a wide range of ages, cultures, and life experiences, and I deeply value the uniqueness of each person’s story.
Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all journey, and I believe in walking alongside my clients every step of the way—offering guidance, encouragement, and a safe space for growth and healing.
I’ve had a passion for helping others since I was 16 years old, which led me to pursue a career in therapy. Over the years, I’ve worked with individuals from a wide range of ages, cultures, and life experiences, and I deeply value the uniqueness of each person’s story.
Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all journey, and I believe in walking alongside my clients every step of the way—offering guidance, encouragement, and a safe space for growth and healing.
Hello and welcome to your first step in your healing journey! My name is Heather Suggs and I enjoy helping people reduce inner turmoil that causes stress, emotional imbalance and a variety of mental health symptoms. I assist clients in navigating their world as it currently exists. I am a balanced mix of creating sessions that are goal and outcome-oriented while also interweaving interpersonal and client-centered approaches. I believe these approaches help clients solve their problems and meet their goals.
Hello and welcome to your first step in your healing journey! My name is Heather Suggs and I enjoy helping people reduce inner turmoil that causes stress, emotional imbalance and a variety of mental health symptoms. I assist clients in navigating their world as it currently exists. I am a balanced mix of creating sessions that are goal and outcome-oriented while also interweaving interpersonal and client-centered approaches. I believe these approaches help clients solve their problems and meet their goals.
If you’re reading this, chances are something in your life isn’t feeling quite right—maybe a relationship feels stuck, anxiety is creeping in, or you’re just feeling disconnected from the person you want to be. You don’t have to go through that alone. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in helping couples, adults, and teens find clarity, connection, and healing during life’s tougher seasons.
I often work with clients navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life transitions. Using approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), EMDR, and Prepare/Enrich.
If you’re reading this, chances are something in your life isn’t feeling quite right—maybe a relationship feels stuck, anxiety is creeping in, or you’re just feeling disconnected from the person you want to be. You don’t have to go through that alone. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in helping couples, adults, and teens find clarity, connection, and healing during life’s tougher seasons.
I often work with clients navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life transitions. Using approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), EMDR, and Prepare/Enrich.
Hello my name is Nichole! I strive to serve clients from all backgrounds, using a holistic approach that focuses on client empowerment and healing. I have a personal story of grief and loss, which drives me to instill hope in others who are facing similar situations. As an EMDR-trained therapist, I provide compassionate care for clients struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. I believe in the use of psychoeducation to help clients understand their own journey of recovery so treatment planning can be a collaborative process.
Hello my name is Nichole! I strive to serve clients from all backgrounds, using a holistic approach that focuses on client empowerment and healing. I have a personal story of grief and loss, which drives me to instill hope in others who are facing similar situations. As an EMDR-trained therapist, I provide compassionate care for clients struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. I believe in the use of psychoeducation to help clients understand their own journey of recovery so treatment planning can be a collaborative process.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I strive to create a warm, compassionate, non-judgmental environment that fosters honesty, authenticity and growth. I utilize a systemic approach to better understand my clients and their unique backgrounds and lived experiences. My focus is to increase personal and relational clarity to create lasting change with strength and peace. I am also a Speech Language Pathologist with specific training in communication disorders and relational connection. This specialized background greatly informs my ability to recognize and treat communication conflicts in couples and families.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I strive to create a warm, compassionate, non-judgmental environment that fosters honesty, authenticity and growth. I utilize a systemic approach to better understand my clients and their unique backgrounds and lived experiences. My focus is to increase personal and relational clarity to create lasting change with strength and peace. I am also a Speech Language Pathologist with specific training in communication disorders and relational connection. This specialized background greatly informs my ability to recognize and treat communication conflicts in couples and families.
Have you experienced something so difficult that you feel completely overwhelmed and isolate from friends and family? Does your mind constantly ruminate with intrusive thoughts? Do you break down in tears or get angry easily?
Perhaps you lost a loved one, or you discovered infidelity in your marriage or you experienced childhood abuse. Trauma and grief create havoc on your body making it difficult to function like you used to. Would you like to feel connected and safe in your relationships? Or have tools to help you navigate daily life again? Would you like to get off of the emotional rollercoaster you experience daily?
Have you experienced something so difficult that you feel completely overwhelmed and isolate from friends and family? Does your mind constantly ruminate with intrusive thoughts? Do you break down in tears or get angry easily?
Perhaps you lost a loved one, or you discovered infidelity in your marriage or you experienced childhood abuse. Trauma and grief create havoc on your body making it difficult to function like you used to. Would you like to feel connected and safe in your relationships? Or have tools to help you navigate daily life again? Would you like to get off of the emotional rollercoaster you experience daily?
Hi, my name is Kim and I am an independently licensed eating disorder specialist. But I also have extensive experience working with clients with trauma, mood and anxiety disorders. I worked for over 7 years in an eating disorder facility and have experience working all levels of care - from inpatient and residential to PHP, IOP and outpatient. I see clients both virtually and in person, and am looking forward to meeting with you.
Hi, my name is Kim and I am an independently licensed eating disorder specialist. But I also have extensive experience working with clients with trauma, mood and anxiety disorders. I worked for over 7 years in an eating disorder facility and have experience working all levels of care - from inpatient and residential to PHP, IOP and outpatient. I see clients both virtually and in person, and am looking forward to meeting with you.
Hi, I’m Nicole! I’m here to support you through life’s difficult moments, grief, major transitions, past trauma, PTSD, burnout, and everything in between. You don’t have to go through it alone. Many people come to me feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, sadness, anger or stress, and together, we work toward finding confidence, clarity, and resilience. In sessions, we'll talk about the present, explore your past, address challenges, and build tools for the future. Sometimes, traditional talk therapy is not enough. That's why I offer EMDR, an approach that helps you heal from distressing memories and trauma.
Hi, I’m Nicole! I’m here to support you through life’s difficult moments, grief, major transitions, past trauma, PTSD, burnout, and everything in between. You don’t have to go through it alone. Many people come to me feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, sadness, anger or stress, and together, we work toward finding confidence, clarity, and resilience. In sessions, we'll talk about the present, explore your past, address challenges, and build tools for the future. Sometimes, traditional talk therapy is not enough. That's why I offer EMDR, an approach that helps you heal from distressing memories and trauma.
Hello, my name is Samantha Longe, and I am a licensed master’s social worker (LMSW). I specialize in helping both adults and children dealing with anxiety, depression, and family stressors. My integrative approach includes innovative methods such as Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Emotionally Focused based Therapy for couples (EFT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Hello, my name is Samantha Longe, and I am a licensed master’s social worker (LMSW). I specialize in helping both adults and children dealing with anxiety, depression, and family stressors. My integrative approach includes innovative methods such as Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Emotionally Focused based Therapy for couples (EFT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted and isn’t sure how they got there. They may be dealing with anxiety, stress, emotional reactivity, ADHD-related challenges, or family and parenting concerns. Many are parents who feel worried about their children and are unsure how to support them, especially when neurodivergence is involved. Their goal is to feel calmer, more confident, and more connected to themselves and their relationships. Ultimately, they want things to feel more manageable and to trust themselves again.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted and isn’t sure how they got there. They may be dealing with anxiety, stress, emotional reactivity, ADHD-related challenges, or family and parenting concerns. Many are parents who feel worried about their children and are unsure how to support them, especially when neurodivergence is involved. Their goal is to feel calmer, more confident, and more connected to themselves and their relationships. Ultimately, they want things to feel more manageable and to trust themselves again.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.