Psychodynamic Therapists in Guadalupe, AZ

Photo of Shania Collins, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Shania Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work best with adult individuals who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stretched, or like they’re constantly holding everything together. Many are navigating anxiety, trauma, identity stress, burnout, or relationship strain, and often feel misunderstood in spaces that are supposed to feel safe. I mostly work with clients who are BIPOC, neurodivergent, and/or LGBTQ+, carrying personal, cultural, or generational weight that feels hard to name or unpack alone. Therapy with me often starts like untangling a tight ball of yarn. It can feel messy at first, but with patience and support, things begin to loosen and make more sense.
I work best with adult individuals who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stretched, or like they’re constantly holding everything together. Many are navigating anxiety, trauma, identity stress, burnout, or relationship strain, and often feel misunderstood in spaces that are supposed to feel safe. I mostly work with clients who are BIPOC, neurodivergent, and/or LGBTQ+, carrying personal, cultural, or generational weight that feels hard to name or unpack alone. Therapy with me often starts like untangling a tight ball of yarn. It can feel messy at first, but with patience and support, things begin to loosen and make more sense.
View
Photo of Rafael Rosales, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Rafael Rosales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, or ADHD? You don’t have to face it alone. I’m Rafael Rosales, a bilingual licensed therapist with a Master’s in Social Work and extensive experience with both men and women. I offer culturally responsive, trauma-informed care that meets you where you are emotionally, culturally, and personally. I specialize in helping Chicano clients explore bicultural identity, navigate intergenerational family dynamics, and heal from trauma.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, or ADHD? You don’t have to face it alone. I’m Rafael Rosales, a bilingual licensed therapist with a Master’s in Social Work and extensive experience with both men and women. I offer culturally responsive, trauma-informed care that meets you where you are emotionally, culturally, and personally. I specialize in helping Chicano clients explore bicultural identity, navigate intergenerational family dynamics, and heal from trauma.
(480) 602-7100 View (480) 602-7100
Photo of Morgan Merritt, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Morgan Merritt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Serves Area
Hello and welcome! I offer a supportive, affirming, and judgment-free space where you can show up exactly as you are. Together, we’ll explore your challenges, build on your strengths, and work toward meaningful, sustainable change. My approach is collaborative, research-informed, and grounded in deep respect for your dignity, autonomy, and lived experience. My work is rooted in social justice and the understanding that healing doesn’t happen in isolation. I recognize how systems and inequities impact wellbeing, and I aim to empower you with tools, resources, and support while honoring you as the expert on your own life.
Hello and welcome! I offer a supportive, affirming, and judgment-free space where you can show up exactly as you are. Together, we’ll explore your challenges, build on your strengths, and work toward meaningful, sustainable change. My approach is collaborative, research-informed, and grounded in deep respect for your dignity, autonomy, and lived experience. My work is rooted in social justice and the understanding that healing doesn’t happen in isolation. I recognize how systems and inequities impact wellbeing, and I aim to empower you with tools, resources, and support while honoring you as the expert on your own life.
(520) 499-1811 View (520) 499-1811

More Therapists Nearby

Photo of Ilisa Keith, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Ilisa Keith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Mesa, AZ 85210
It's nice to meet you! As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I draw equally from my professional training and the insights I've gained throughout my 30+ year marriage and experiences raising two now-grown children. I think most of us would agree that we're living in challenging times. Many of us feel anxious and pessimistic about the future. We may feel unable to draw pleasure and comfort from our most important relationships or stuck in destructive patterns we believe we're powerless to change. Some of us are facing difficult life transitions or overpowering feelings of loneliness and isolation.
It's nice to meet you! As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I draw equally from my professional training and the insights I've gained throughout my 30+ year marriage and experiences raising two now-grown children. I think most of us would agree that we're living in challenging times. Many of us feel anxious and pessimistic about the future. We may feel unable to draw pleasure and comfort from our most important relationships or stuck in destructive patterns we believe we're powerless to change. Some of us are facing difficult life transitions or overpowering feelings of loneliness and isolation.
(480) 359-5225 View (480) 359-5225
Photo of Kathleen Lazarick - Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Gilbert, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Gilbert, AZ 85295
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(520) 224-1376 View (520) 224-1376
Photo of Erika Berkley, Counselor, LAC
Erika Berkley
Counselor, LAC
3 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
I work with adults in Tempe and throughout Arizona who feel stuck in relationship cycles, overwhelmed by anxiety, emotionally disconnected, or navigating life transitions that feel heavier than expected. Many of the people I sit with are thoughtful and self-aware, yet still notice patterns that feel difficult to shift. While anxiety, overthinking, emotional distress, or relationship struggles may bring someone to therapy, our work often goes beyond symptom management to better understand what’s underneath and driving those patterns and to help you move through life with more clarity and self-trust.
I work with adults in Tempe and throughout Arizona who feel stuck in relationship cycles, overwhelmed by anxiety, emotionally disconnected, or navigating life transitions that feel heavier than expected. Many of the people I sit with are thoughtful and self-aware, yet still notice patterns that feel difficult to shift. While anxiety, overthinking, emotional distress, or relationship struggles may bring someone to therapy, our work often goes beyond symptom management to better understand what’s underneath and driving those patterns and to help you move through life with more clarity and self-trust.
(928) 272-1909 View (928) 272-1909
Photo of Daniel Jude Nichols, Counselor, PhD, CAGS, MA, LAC
Daniel Jude Nichols
Counselor, PhD, CAGS, MA, LAC
Phoenix, AZ 85004
I offer a welcoming environment to help you pursue personal growth. I can guide clients struggling with anxiety, depression, negative habits, relationships & self-esteem. Students can benefit through increased organization and motivation. You may wish to enhance your self-image, become more assertive, and move toward a healthier lifestyle. My experience as a former CEO can help entrepreneurs overcome the anxiety that risk represents. I also specialize in concentration, focus, and image consultation. My extensive experience optimizing mental dynamics can aid athletes, executives, and individuals seeking peak performance.
I offer a welcoming environment to help you pursue personal growth. I can guide clients struggling with anxiety, depression, negative habits, relationships & self-esteem. Students can benefit through increased organization and motivation. You may wish to enhance your self-image, become more assertive, and move toward a healthier lifestyle. My experience as a former CEO can help entrepreneurs overcome the anxiety that risk represents. I also specialize in concentration, focus, and image consultation. My extensive experience optimizing mental dynamics can aid athletes, executives, and individuals seeking peak performance.
(602) 560-8104 View (602) 560-8104
Photo of Marc D. Adams - Existential Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MBA
Existential Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MBA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I use an integrated approach that allows for a spontaneous and creative interaction and exploration of your concerns and difficulties during our work together. My approach is grounded in fundamental therapeutic modalities that include Jungian psychology, existential analysis, cognitive behavioral therapy, logotherapy, family systems, and depth psychology. Our sessions may include reviewing dreams, tapping into creative aspects that have been dormant, discerning a path for navigating the practical issues in life, reconnecting to spirituality, and learning new skills and insights for managing interpersonal relationships.
I use an integrated approach that allows for a spontaneous and creative interaction and exploration of your concerns and difficulties during our work together. My approach is grounded in fundamental therapeutic modalities that include Jungian psychology, existential analysis, cognitive behavioral therapy, logotherapy, family systems, and depth psychology. Our sessions may include reviewing dreams, tapping into creative aspects that have been dormant, discerning a path for navigating the practical issues in life, reconnecting to spirituality, and learning new skills and insights for managing interpersonal relationships.
(602) 698-9515 View (602) 698-9515
Photo of Dr. Michelle James, Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Michelle James
Psychologist, PsyD
Online Only
I am a licensed clinical neuropsychologist with more than 10 years of experience working with adults and older adults dealing with complex medical and psychiatric conditions.
I am a licensed clinical neuropsychologist with more than 10 years of experience working with adults and older adults dealing with complex medical and psychiatric conditions.
(602) 905-8634 View (602) 905-8634
Photo of Kristi Mobray, Counselor, LPC
Kristi Mobray
Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Welcome, I'm so glad you're here! My name is Kristi and I am an LPC here in Arizona. I work with individuals from all walks of life and value each person's story no matter how it first began or what it might look like now. I firmly believe that therapy is not a one size fits all modality and I seek to find what methods work best for my clients. Life is hard and can be even harder to talk about. My goal is to make sure you aren’t alone in the process, even if that means sitting with you in the dark till you are ready for the light.
Welcome, I'm so glad you're here! My name is Kristi and I am an LPC here in Arizona. I work with individuals from all walks of life and value each person's story no matter how it first began or what it might look like now. I firmly believe that therapy is not a one size fits all modality and I seek to find what methods work best for my clients. Life is hard and can be even harder to talk about. My goal is to make sure you aren’t alone in the process, even if that means sitting with you in the dark till you are ready for the light.
(520) 523-4241 View (520) 523-4241
Photo of Lisa Galper, Psychologist, PsyD
Lisa Galper
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
My passion is to collaborate with clients to improve their lives, gain insight and new perspectives, and assist them in removing unwanted barriers so they can confidently make desired life changes. I provide treatment and counseling for anxiety, trauma resolution, depression, stress management, borderline personality disorder, emotional eating and binge eating, psychology of weight loss, improving self esteem, healing shame, relationship issues, and health enhancement.
My passion is to collaborate with clients to improve their lives, gain insight and new perspectives, and assist them in removing unwanted barriers so they can confidently make desired life changes. I provide treatment and counseling for anxiety, trauma resolution, depression, stress management, borderline personality disorder, emotional eating and binge eating, psychology of weight loss, improving self esteem, healing shame, relationship issues, and health enhancement.
(480) 264-6546 View (480) 264-6546
Photo of Julie Reese - Julie Reese, DBH, LCSW, LICSW, PHP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LCSW, LICSW, PHP
Julie Reese, DBH, LCSW, LICSW, PHP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LCSW, LICSW, PHP
Online Only
Current availability! If you are struggling as an individual, couple or family, Dr. Reese can absolutely assist. Please reach out if you are struggling with emotional and mental fatigue, worries, frustrations, grief, loneliness, parenting, domestic violence, past childhood abuse and trauma, insomnia, nightmares/terrors, self-confidence, sexual assault, and feelings of hopelessness. If you have a child struggling with behaviors, divorce, emotional dysfunction, bullying, and making friends please call. We all have the capacity to overcome and be resilient and at times, need assistance to see the path ahead.
Current availability! If you are struggling as an individual, couple or family, Dr. Reese can absolutely assist. Please reach out if you are struggling with emotional and mental fatigue, worries, frustrations, grief, loneliness, parenting, domestic violence, past childhood abuse and trauma, insomnia, nightmares/terrors, self-confidence, sexual assault, and feelings of hopelessness. If you have a child struggling with behaviors, divorce, emotional dysfunction, bullying, and making friends please call. We all have the capacity to overcome and be resilient and at times, need assistance to see the path ahead.
(623) 254-7534 View (623) 254-7534
Photo of Christina Liakopoulos, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BC-TMH
Christina Liakopoulos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BC-TMH
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My focus is to guide and empower you towards becoming unstuck and create positive changes in your life, such as alleviating anxiety and depression, reducing stress, restoring love and family relationships, healing past and present wounds, and transforming anger into positive, constructive emotions and actions. You will gain awareness of the unique, positive qualities about yourself and your relationships, which are often hidden by the apparent symptoms. This new awareness, along with my support, encouragement, and expertise; and your courage to take the action steps towards change, will lead you to achieve your desired results.
My focus is to guide and empower you towards becoming unstuck and create positive changes in your life, such as alleviating anxiety and depression, reducing stress, restoring love and family relationships, healing past and present wounds, and transforming anger into positive, constructive emotions and actions. You will gain awareness of the unique, positive qualities about yourself and your relationships, which are often hidden by the apparent symptoms. This new awareness, along with my support, encouragement, and expertise; and your courage to take the action steps towards change, will lead you to achieve your desired results.
(480) 848-4411 View (480) 848-4411
Photo of Jennifer Enders, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Jennifer Enders
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello and welcome—I’m glad you’re here. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing telehealth therapy in Arizona and Iowa with over 20 years of experience in mental health services. My ideal clients are women seeking support for anxiety, burnout, emotional overwhelm, and relationship stress. Many are high-functioning but feel exhausted, stuck in people-pleasing patterns, or struggle with boundaries and self-worth. Clients often come when stress or recurring relationship patterns feel hard to manage alone. I provide trauma-informed, person-centered therapy focused on anxiety, emotional regulation, and attachment patterns.
Hello and welcome—I’m glad you’re here. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing telehealth therapy in Arizona and Iowa with over 20 years of experience in mental health services. My ideal clients are women seeking support for anxiety, burnout, emotional overwhelm, and relationship stress. Many are high-functioning but feel exhausted, stuck in people-pleasing patterns, or struggle with boundaries and self-worth. Clients often come when stress or recurring relationship patterns feel hard to manage alone. I provide trauma-informed, person-centered therapy focused on anxiety, emotional regulation, and attachment patterns.
(520) 346-6736 View (520) 346-6736
Photo of Meghan Kershinar, Counselor, MA , LAC
Meghan Kershinar
Counselor, MA , LAC
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85210
I’m a Licensed Associate Counselor offering trauma-informed, integrative therapy for children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, relationship concerns, and various mental health challenges. I take a holistic approach that integrates both physical and emotional well-being. I believe in treating the whole person, mind, body and spirit. I work collaboratively to create a calm, supportive space where therapy is thoughtfully paced and tailored to each person’s unique needs. I integrate EMDR and other evidence-based approaches to support emotional processing and regulation.
I’m a Licensed Associate Counselor offering trauma-informed, integrative therapy for children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, relationship concerns, and various mental health challenges. I take a holistic approach that integrates both physical and emotional well-being. I believe in treating the whole person, mind, body and spirit. I work collaboratively to create a calm, supportive space where therapy is thoughtfully paced and tailored to each person’s unique needs. I integrate EMDR and other evidence-based approaches to support emotional processing and regulation.
(928) 379-7319 View (928) 379-7319
Photo of Sarina Chawla, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Sarina Chawla
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Are you having difficulty sleeping, getting out of bed, struggling with motivation to take a shower, and lacking the energy to perform daily tasks? Are you anxious about socializing and going to work? Fearful of panic attacks? Do you suffer from grief and loss? Allow me to work with you to learn how to cope with stress and anxiety. You will find purpose, direction, improved sleep, and motivation to move forward. To learn more about therapy with me, reach out and call me to schedule your free consultation.
Are you having difficulty sleeping, getting out of bed, struggling with motivation to take a shower, and lacking the energy to perform daily tasks? Are you anxious about socializing and going to work? Fearful of panic attacks? Do you suffer from grief and loss? Allow me to work with you to learn how to cope with stress and anxiety. You will find purpose, direction, improved sleep, and motivation to move forward. To learn more about therapy with me, reach out and call me to schedule your free consultation.
(520) 341-6231 View (520) 341-6231
Photo of Jillian Sperling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Jillian Sperling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am excited to offer the services of my private therapy practice for children, adolescents, and their families, as well as adults, Through the Woods Therapy CO/AZ, LLC in Arizona and Colorado.   For the past 15 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.
I am excited to offer the services of my private therapy practice for children, adolescents, and their families, as well as adults, Through the Woods Therapy CO/AZ, LLC in Arizona and Colorado.   For the past 15 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.
(480) 853-1674 View (480) 853-1674
Photo of Maria Martin, Counselor, LAC
Maria Martin
Counselor, LAC
Peoria, AZ 85382
You’ve been pushing through, telling yourself to handle it, to figure it out on your own. But something still feels off. Your thoughts loop endlessly, replaying conversations, questioning decisions, and leaving you stuck in your head. In your relationships, work, or day-to-day life, there’s a sense of disconnection you can’t quite explain. You’ve tried coping skills, setting boundaries, even opening up more, yet nothing seems to fully click. Part of you wants to be better, clearer, more in control—but you’re not sure what’s missing or how to get there.
You’ve been pushing through, telling yourself to handle it, to figure it out on your own. But something still feels off. Your thoughts loop endlessly, replaying conversations, questioning decisions, and leaving you stuck in your head. In your relationships, work, or day-to-day life, there’s a sense of disconnection you can’t quite explain. You’ve tried coping skills, setting boundaries, even opening up more, yet nothing seems to fully click. Part of you wants to be better, clearer, more in control—but you’re not sure what’s missing or how to get there.
(623) 278-5976 View (623) 278-5976
Photo of Lee Ann Weiler, Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC-S, CCTP, EAT (Q)
Lee Ann Weiler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC-S, CCTP, EAT (Q)
3 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Are you struggling with life, low self-esteem, burnout, and you don't know why. My role as a therapist is to foster a sanctuary of trust, enabling clients to address their most pressing concerns. Recognizing the individuality in each person, I tailor therapeutic approaches to resonate with their unique essence. My expertise lies in helping those grappling with trauma, PTSD, and roadblocks that can hinder personal growth in all of us. With 7 years of experience supporting eighteen and beyond, I am committed to illuminating paths towards healing and self-discovery.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Are you struggling with life, low self-esteem, burnout, and you don't know why. My role as a therapist is to foster a sanctuary of trust, enabling clients to address their most pressing concerns. Recognizing the individuality in each person, I tailor therapeutic approaches to resonate with their unique essence. My expertise lies in helping those grappling with trauma, PTSD, and roadblocks that can hinder personal growth in all of us. With 7 years of experience supporting eighteen and beyond, I am committed to illuminating paths towards healing and self-discovery.
(480) 690-9328 View (480) 690-9328
Photo of Edward Callirgos, Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS, LMFT
Edward Callirgos
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS, LMFT
3 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85296
Thank you for reaching out! Perhaps you are going through a personal struggle & are wondering how to keep going. Perhaps your relationship has been injured, & you & your partner or family member are hurt, scared & discomforted. Perhaps you messed up & you're wondering how to change or how to seek forgiveness. Or perhaps you are just wanting to improve yourself mentally, physically and spiritually. Whatever the case, I want you to know that there is hope & you don't need to do this alone. You can have peace in the midst of the storm you are going through; or have been going through for a long time. Let's do this together. Call us!
Thank you for reaching out! Perhaps you are going through a personal struggle & are wondering how to keep going. Perhaps your relationship has been injured, & you & your partner or family member are hurt, scared & discomforted. Perhaps you messed up & you're wondering how to change or how to seek forgiveness. Or perhaps you are just wanting to improve yourself mentally, physically and spiritually. Whatever the case, I want you to know that there is hope & you don't need to do this alone. You can have peace in the midst of the storm you are going through; or have been going through for a long time. Let's do this together. Call us!
(480) 428-2607 View (480) 428-2607

See more therapy options for Guadalupe

Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.

How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.

Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.

What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.