Anxiety Therapists in Glendale, AZ

I believe that prioritizing your mental health should be a non-negotiable. If you're struggling, I want you to know that you really can get better. I'm certain a part of you believes this too, even though it may not totally feel like it right now.

Are you tired of surviving and ready to start living again? I have worked with many teens and adults who come in with their head barely above water trying to survive day to day. With the many stressors in life these days, people often lose sight of the positive things happening around them even if they are few and far between. I am here to help you see the positive again. I provide a safe environment to guide my clients through these difficult times, develop healthier coping skills and feel empowered again.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor in practice for many years, I specialize in working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families, utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral approach. I understand the challenges many people encounter with anxiety , depression,addictions, grief, family issues, parenting, and marital problems, often times becoming overwhelmed by the intensity of these problematic situations. I support you in taking an often difficult but most important step in seeking assistance in changing these difficult situations! Call to set up your initial visit and take that first step!

Accepting new clients (01/2023). Agave Counseling Services has Administrative Assistants to return your call within 24-48 hours. Mackenzie A. Cortese, LPC, is a Master's level Professional Counselor licensed with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health. She has worked with teens and adults in the field assisting trauma survivors utilizing Brainspotting, EMDR, IFS and DBT to better provide services for clients with serious mental health concerns.

Do you find yourself feeling exhausted & disconnected from friends, family, peers…and even yourself? You might be stuck or unsure of how to get where you want to be (or even discover what it is you want). It’s my role to help you cultivate a life you can get excited about from the inside out! Whether it’s specific anxiety , past traumas, uncertainty, fear of judgment, or lack of support, the many internal and external barriers we can run into feel completely overwhelming.

It is in the experience of others and our own that at one time or another all of us have faced, is facing or will face some kind of adversity, distress, depression, anxiety , loss, abuse, neglect and trauma. During these seasons in life, fear, loneliness and/or being overwhelmed can feel as if we are stuck in quick sand. The more we fight to get out of the quicksand the more we sink, and hope can diminish. Clients say we meet them exactly where they are in their struggle. We learn the core challenges that are in front of them and together work towards a solution.

My ideal client is someone who is willing to become a participant in their own recovery, who deals with; addiction, anxiety , depression, codependency and communication issues, and is willing to create the best version of themselves. I am currently accepting; individuals, couples and families for counseling appointments.

As a counselor, my goal is to assist you in the development and achievement of your own goals. I provide a variety of services for all ages, and I enjoy working with individuals and families. I specialize in mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, grief, poor attachment, trauma, and perinatal/postnatal mood disorders. I tend towards a collaborative and integrative approach when working with clients. Regardless of your concerns, my goal is to meet you where you are at and provide the necessary support, guidance, and accountability you need to reach your goals and find enjoyment in life!

Asking for help is no easy task. Whether looking to help yourself, your relationship, or your career, it can be scary to admit vulnerability. However, despite some popular beliefs, therapy is not about “fixing” something that is broken; it is about understanding the nature of your difficulties and working with your strengths to see yourself through it. I strive to offer compassion and understanding to help you identify your current barriers in life while also helping you resolve deeper emotional distress. I provide a warm and caring space for reflection and to help you process your needs.

Every individual person experience life in different way. The way we are raised, the way we are taught how to behave, and how we experience it. This is what makes every one of us unique. My focus as your therapist is to help you with depression, anxiety , low self-esteem trauma history, abuse/neglect, interpersonal effectiveness, and parenting/relationship issues. In a session with me we will work together to learn new and healthy ways of coping, identify and express emotions both past and current, and continue to make steps forward for a future worth living.

It is never easy to make that first step towards change, but I will be with you every step of the way. If you find that patterns continue to repeat themselves or unhelpful beliefs about yourself or the world around you prevent you from moving forward, than I might be the right fit for you. Whether it's a recent transition, ongoing anxiety , or struggling to manage emotions, we can explore your narrative in a safe and healing environment. I am continually in awe and inspired by each individual I am lucky enough to work with as I get to witness you become the best version of yourself.

I work with people with all levels of abilities, from entrepreneurs, business professionals and owners to people with various disabilities and their families. I believe positive change, big and small, is possible within the difficulties present in our lives. I like to work collaboratively with each client, creating safe spaces to explore strengths, challenges, needs and opportunities for healing, personal growth, and change. As a values-based practitioner, I believe that incorporating safety, respect, unconditional regard, competency, and compassion are essential components in creating trusted therapeutic relationships.

Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Grief Counselor, Certified Mind-Body-Spirit Practitioner. I have a passion for helping, encouraging, and motivating clients. I provide a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment for clients to express their emotions, thoughts, and feelings. I encourage clients to seek self-awareness, explore difficulties, and learn the tools to live a rich, fulfilling, and joy-filled life. I advocate for helping people work through their challenges to find hope and healing.

Something very real and important has brought you here for help. Finding the right therapist, and most importantly - someone you can trust - can be challenging! I believe that you are the greatest expert in your own life; my role is to help you listen to that authentic and intuitive voice in order to bring about change. Underlying fears and beliefs about our own shortcomings lead to emotions that can become overwhelming, all-consuming and even paralyzing. Beliefs such as “I am not good enough,” “I am worthless,” "I am broken," or “I am a failure” result in suffering & missed experiences - holding us back from truly enjoying life.

Whether you have been dealing with an issue for years or if it is something that has recently surfaced, counseling can be beneficial in addressing the problem. Counseling provides a non-judgmental environment with encouragement to explore the source of the presenting problem and work towards a greater well-being. I enjoy working with adolescent teens through middle-aged individuals and couples on a variety of issues including anxiety , depression, anger management, relationship issues, mood disorders, coping skills, and self-esteem.