Female Therapists in Gilbert, AZ

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Devon Gerard
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85296
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who supports clients using CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and Mental Performance techniques and strategies. I have talked to several clients working in an outpatient setting, inpatient hospitalization and Crisis response within an Emergency Room/Hospital and community environments. I am willing to help you and/or your loved one manage and navigate current, past or future stressors that contribute to depression, anxiety, maladaptive coping skills, self-esteem and many more. Life can be overwhelming without the right coping skills in place.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who supports clients using CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and Mental Performance techniques and strategies. I have talked to several clients working in an outpatient setting, inpatient hospitalization and Crisis response within an Emergency Room/Hospital and community environments. I am willing to help you and/or your loved one manage and navigate current, past or future stressors that contribute to depression, anxiety, maladaptive coping skills, self-esteem and many more. Life can be overwhelming without the right coping skills in place.
(480) 613-8778 View (480) 613-8778
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Breecole Valdez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85295  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Breecole! If you're feeling overwhelmed by life's ups and downs, you're not alone. Whether you need to spill the tea on what's been weighing you down, discuss relationship issues, or find support through life’s challenges, I'm here for you. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and holistic approach to therapy with a down-to-earth vibe. Your comfort and safety are my top priorities. Understanding the difficulty of mental health battles on a personal level, I offer a unique empathic perspective and want to support you in navigating life's obstacles and helping you create insightful "ah-ha" moments on your path to recovery.
Hi, I'm Breecole! If you're feeling overwhelmed by life's ups and downs, you're not alone. Whether you need to spill the tea on what's been weighing you down, discuss relationship issues, or find support through life’s challenges, I'm here for you. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and holistic approach to therapy with a down-to-earth vibe. Your comfort and safety are my top priorities. Understanding the difficulty of mental health battles on a personal level, I offer a unique empathic perspective and want to support you in navigating life's obstacles and helping you create insightful "ah-ha" moments on your path to recovery.
(602) 730-0082 View (602) 730-0082
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Lindsay Van Gorder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, LPC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85234
I entered the counseling profession to assist individuals in their healing journeys mainly due to my own life experiences. I am a survivor who has navigated my own healing journey and here to support others along their recovery to no longer stay a victim to the pain and trauma of the past, but to live and thrive in the present. We all deserve a chance and I work with individuals to learn and connect with this possibility for themselves.
I entered the counseling profession to assist individuals in their healing journeys mainly due to my own life experiences. I am a survivor who has navigated my own healing journey and here to support others along their recovery to no longer stay a victim to the pain and trauma of the past, but to live and thrive in the present. We all deserve a chance and I work with individuals to learn and connect with this possibility for themselves.
(480) 796-8369 View (480) 796-8369
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Cassie Duffy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Once upon a time, in a land far-far away, a charmingly flawed character overcame life’s challenges to live happily ever after . . . but let’s get real, life isn’t a fairytale. You don’t have ruby slippers or a fairy godmother to help you wish your troubles away. That’s where I come in. . . I will provide a non-judgmental space for you to talk about your struggles, explore your strengths, and develop the skills you need to handle the stresses of everyday life. No magic wand needed.
Once upon a time, in a land far-far away, a charmingly flawed character overcame life’s challenges to live happily ever after . . . but let’s get real, life isn’t a fairytale. You don’t have ruby slippers or a fairy godmother to help you wish your troubles away. That’s where I come in. . . I will provide a non-judgmental space for you to talk about your struggles, explore your strengths, and develop the skills you need to handle the stresses of everyday life. No magic wand needed.
(480) 448-0706 View (480) 448-0706
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ERP and EMDR Intensives by Becky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85297
I specialize in helping people identify the deeper root of their anxiety and relationship stress through ERP and EMDR sessions. You had a painful experience & who you were & how you saw the world - just aren’t the same anymore. You feel lost, angry, & afraid. Maybe you experienced a divorce, trauma, got a medical diagnosis, or lost someone (or something) that you love. Maybe it happened suddenly without any warning or maybe the fact that you knew it was coming, made it feel even worse. You need someone who understands & can help you put the pieces of your life back together. You want to feel whole and hopeful.
I specialize in helping people identify the deeper root of their anxiety and relationship stress through ERP and EMDR sessions. You had a painful experience & who you were & how you saw the world - just aren’t the same anymore. You feel lost, angry, & afraid. Maybe you experienced a divorce, trauma, got a medical diagnosis, or lost someone (or something) that you love. Maybe it happened suddenly without any warning or maybe the fact that you knew it was coming, made it feel even worse. You need someone who understands & can help you put the pieces of your life back together. You want to feel whole and hopeful.
(480) 588-2374 View (480) 588-2374
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Demi Garcia-Skaggs
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85233  (Online Only)
I am glad you took your first step toward healing.  As a holistic therapist, I value the importance of self-empowerment through the mind, body and soul connection. My role as a therapist is to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients pave the path for healing and I walk alongside with guidance. Let's help you get back to the relationship with yourself.
I am glad you took your first step toward healing.  As a holistic therapist, I value the importance of self-empowerment through the mind, body and soul connection. My role as a therapist is to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients pave the path for healing and I walk alongside with guidance. Let's help you get back to the relationship with yourself.
(480) 530-7543 View (480) 530-7543
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Sonya Andersen-Haile
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85296
Therapy is about becoming more aware of who you are and how you influence your surroundings. Individuals come to therapy when the ways in which they are behaving, living, and acting in life are no longer working for them. Various circumstances can cause distress and require that we seek assistance to help adjust to something new. I believe that therapy is an opportunity to grow and change when we feel stuck, it is a creative outlet to find solutions to help live life more fully.
Therapy is about becoming more aware of who you are and how you influence your surroundings. Individuals come to therapy when the ways in which they are behaving, living, and acting in life are no longer working for them. Various circumstances can cause distress and require that we seek assistance to help adjust to something new. I believe that therapy is an opportunity to grow and change when we feel stuck, it is a creative outlet to find solutions to help live life more fully.
(480) 780-2462 View (480) 780-2462
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Jessica Hinton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85295
We seek support throughout our lives for many different reasons. Life may feel out of balance and you may be asking yourself how you got to this place. Your circumstances may have you feeling depressed, anxious, and uncertain of what to do next. Whether you need help with an important decision, family conflict, stress relief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or personal growth, I am here to support you. Together, we can work toward decreasing suffering, increasing a sense of calm and improving the quality of your life.
We seek support throughout our lives for many different reasons. Life may feel out of balance and you may be asking yourself how you got to this place. Your circumstances may have you feeling depressed, anxious, and uncertain of what to do next. Whether you need help with an important decision, family conflict, stress relief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or personal growth, I am here to support you. Together, we can work toward decreasing suffering, increasing a sense of calm and improving the quality of your life.
(480) 376-7249 View (480) 376-7249
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Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS-MFT, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85296
I am an Associate Clinical Therapist at the Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy clinic, where I am trained in working with individuals, couples and families.  I create a safe and judgment free space to openly discuss challenging issues.  I firmly believe that my clients are the experts of their own lives and experiences but sometimes get stuck. I am dedicated to helping clients feel comfortable and supported while navigating challenges such as: depression, anxiety, attachment/relationship issues, family difficulties, parenting, communication and conflict.
I am an Associate Clinical Therapist at the Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy clinic, where I am trained in working with individuals, couples and families.  I create a safe and judgment free space to openly discuss challenging issues.  I firmly believe that my clients are the experts of their own lives and experiences but sometimes get stuck. I am dedicated to helping clients feel comfortable and supported while navigating challenges such as: depression, anxiety, attachment/relationship issues, family difficulties, parenting, communication and conflict.
(928) 612-3506 View (928) 612-3506
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Kelly O'Horo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85295
The journey toward one's best self can be challenging! I partner with my clients to address specific needs of the individual in a safe environment. It has been my experience that behavior that is not helpful or skills that are not useful are the result of adaptation. Simply put, we do what we can with what we know! People come to counseling because the tools they are currently using are no longer working. I recognize that the client is the true expert in his or her own life and empower the individual with a strength-based approach to therapy.
The journey toward one's best self can be challenging! I partner with my clients to address specific needs of the individual in a safe environment. It has been my experience that behavior that is not helpful or skills that are not useful are the result of adaptation. Simply put, we do what we can with what we know! People come to counseling because the tools they are currently using are no longer working. I recognize that the client is the true expert in his or her own life and empower the individual with a strength-based approach to therapy.
(480) 787-0122 View (480) 787-0122
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Kristy D Crabtree
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MSc
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Welcome! I have been in practice over a decade and have learned that by gaining understanding and compassion for ourselves, our innate healing potential will emerge. I love to help other professionals in the field and I am a AZBBHE clinical supervisor. A quote by Rumi expresses it this way "your task is not to seek love, but to merely seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it" I use a "non-pathologizing lens" to see my clients holistically and help them make connections to how their past experiences have shaped the narratives and emotions they experience today.
Welcome! I have been in practice over a decade and have learned that by gaining understanding and compassion for ourselves, our innate healing potential will emerge. I love to help other professionals in the field and I am a AZBBHE clinical supervisor. A quote by Rumi expresses it this way "your task is not to seek love, but to merely seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it" I use a "non-pathologizing lens" to see my clients holistically and help them make connections to how their past experiences have shaped the narratives and emotions they experience today.
(480) 908-8185 x1 View (480) 908-8185 x1
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Stephanie Bilandzija
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85234  (Online Only)
Embarking on a journey towards improved well-being takes courage, and I am honored to be your guide. I aim to help teens, young and older adults work through their own thought patterns and emotional experiences to help them become their best selves and increase their ability to be present in their lives. I help teenagers navigating the complexities of growing up and becoming confident, independent adults who can handle a variety of life's challenges as well as help adults become the person their teenage self immagined.
Embarking on a journey towards improved well-being takes courage, and I am honored to be your guide. I aim to help teens, young and older adults work through their own thought patterns and emotional experiences to help them become their best selves and increase their ability to be present in their lives. I help teenagers navigating the complexities of growing up and becoming confident, independent adults who can handle a variety of life's challenges as well as help adults become the person their teenage self immagined.
(520) 335-3895 View (520) 335-3895
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Ronda Lantz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85298
You have probably found your way to my page because you are unhappy with the way you feel and want a solution. My passion is assisting people like you to overcome some of life’s greatest challenges, while instilling hope for a more fulfilling future.
You have probably found your way to my page because you are unhappy with the way you feel and want a solution. My passion is assisting people like you to overcome some of life’s greatest challenges, while instilling hope for a more fulfilling future.
(480) 771-1296 View (480) 771-1296
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Kimberly Counseling Services PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85298  (Online Only)
Embracing authenticity, my approach prioritizes genuine connections over formalities. I encourage clients to simply be themselves. By creating a space where individuals can be wholly authentic, I believe that therapy becomes more effective and meaningful. My goal is to build a therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and mutual respect, allowing clients to explore their thoughts and emotions openly and without reservation. Ultimately, my aim is for clients to not only feel at ease during therapy but also to look forward to each session as a valuable opportunity for growth.
Embracing authenticity, my approach prioritizes genuine connections over formalities. I encourage clients to simply be themselves. By creating a space where individuals can be wholly authentic, I believe that therapy becomes more effective and meaningful. My goal is to build a therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and mutual respect, allowing clients to explore their thoughts and emotions openly and without reservation. Ultimately, my aim is for clients to not only feel at ease during therapy but also to look forward to each session as a valuable opportunity for growth.
(520) 397-3372 View (520) 397-3372
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House of Wellness Coaching, Amy Williams, NBC-HWC
EdS, MA, NBC-HWC, RYT, CHT
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85234
What changes do you want to make to your health and wellness? You may be setting new habits by choice. You may be doing new things in new ways out of necessity. You may already be supported by a licensed medical provider, a therapist, or both. You may need more accountability and support to form new habits or to maintain your goals already in motion. I'm a national board-certified health and wellness coach, trained at the Mayo Clinic. My practice includes evidence-based integrative health, professional collaboration, and acceptance. I offer neuroaffirming and identity-affirming individual coaching. I also offer three support groups.
What changes do you want to make to your health and wellness? You may be setting new habits by choice. You may be doing new things in new ways out of necessity. You may already be supported by a licensed medical provider, a therapist, or both. You may need more accountability and support to form new habits or to maintain your goals already in motion. I'm a national board-certified health and wellness coach, trained at the Mayo Clinic. My practice includes evidence-based integrative health, professional collaboration, and acceptance. I offer neuroaffirming and identity-affirming individual coaching. I also offer three support groups.
(602) 730-2021 View (602) 730-2021
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Clara Terrazas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85234
As a therapist it is an honor for me to be able to walk alongside individuals as they learn to navigate the challenges and tribulations of life. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including individuals struggling with life stressors, communication and conflict in relationships, women that are coming out of long term relationships, people living with HIV, victims of crime, trauma survivors and unaccompanied minors living in shelters. In addition I have experience collaborating with attorneys for individuals that need a clinical evaluation for their immigration case.
As a therapist it is an honor for me to be able to walk alongside individuals as they learn to navigate the challenges and tribulations of life. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including individuals struggling with life stressors, communication and conflict in relationships, women that are coming out of long term relationships, people living with HIV, victims of crime, trauma survivors and unaccompanied minors living in shelters. In addition I have experience collaborating with attorneys for individuals that need a clinical evaluation for their immigration case.
(480) 741-1738 View (480) 741-1738
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Heather R. Vance
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Hello! I am Heather Vance, a Licensed Professional Counselor & Art Therapist enjoying 22 years of helping children, teens, adults, and families work through painful life events and build skills essential to wellbeing: self-awareness, emotional regulation, adaptability, value-based living and effective relationship practices. I am EMDR Certified and specialize in helping children and adults with ADHD understand their brains, manage challenges, and harness their unique cognitive gifts. Change is a process, not an "on/off" switch; lasting change occurs in stages and is characterized by ambivalence, failure, adaptation, and growth.
Hello! I am Heather Vance, a Licensed Professional Counselor & Art Therapist enjoying 22 years of helping children, teens, adults, and families work through painful life events and build skills essential to wellbeing: self-awareness, emotional regulation, adaptability, value-based living and effective relationship practices. I am EMDR Certified and specialize in helping children and adults with ADHD understand their brains, manage challenges, and harness their unique cognitive gifts. Change is a process, not an "on/off" switch; lasting change occurs in stages and is characterized by ambivalence, failure, adaptation, and growth.
(480) 553-8954 View (480) 553-8954
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Julie McAllister
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85296
Hi, I'm Julie. I believe we all have the strength and resources within to heal and grow. Sometimes we just need some direction and support. Empowering you to utilize your own insight and wisdom, I will work with you in a collaborative and supportive manner. Using an authentic and nonjudgmental approach, I will partner with you in the journey of healing and nourishing your spirit. Clients find me to be down-to-earth, and personable. At times we can even find humor as we muddle through the muck together! Within the safety of our connection, you can find the strength, power, and ability to move past your past and forge ahead.
Hi, I'm Julie. I believe we all have the strength and resources within to heal and grow. Sometimes we just need some direction and support. Empowering you to utilize your own insight and wisdom, I will work with you in a collaborative and supportive manner. Using an authentic and nonjudgmental approach, I will partner with you in the journey of healing and nourishing your spirit. Clients find me to be down-to-earth, and personable. At times we can even find humor as we muddle through the muck together! Within the safety of our connection, you can find the strength, power, and ability to move past your past and forge ahead.
(602) 396-4820 View (602) 396-4820
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Mary McAllen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85233  (Online Only)
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, or just not feeling like yourself and are not sure why? Do you feel like you are stuck in your life and constantly repeat the same patterns and are not sure how to move on or improve your life? Do you play it safe, feel like you are not good enough, have issues with your relationships, are a people pleaser or easily angered? Everyone has experiences like these in their lives due to past childhood issues, beliefs from others that they have taken on as their own due to conditioning, and events that have taken place throughout their lives that have caused some type of trauma.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, or just not feeling like yourself and are not sure why? Do you feel like you are stuck in your life and constantly repeat the same patterns and are not sure how to move on or improve your life? Do you play it safe, feel like you are not good enough, have issues with your relationships, are a people pleaser or easily angered? Everyone has experiences like these in their lives due to past childhood issues, beliefs from others that they have taken on as their own due to conditioning, and events that have taken place throughout their lives that have caused some type of trauma.
(480) 245-5702 View (480) 245-5702
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Tiara Carter
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, BS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85234  (Online Only)
Every client is an ideal client; there are no limitations on what we can work on together.
Every client is an ideal client; there are no limitations on what we can work on together.
(480) 418-7227 View (480) 418-7227
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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as 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 ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

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—both men and women—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.