Adoption Therapists in Marana, AZ
One of my passions is working with families who are involved with adoption or fostering as well as children who have experienced trauma.
Are you or your loved ones navigating life’s challenges and seeking support to find balance and relief? Whether it’s managing anxiety, depression, trauma, or family dynamics, therapy can provide the tools and understanding you need. I specialize in helping children, teens, young adults, and families through difficult transitions and mental health concerns. Like a rare desert rain that refreshes and renews, therapy can breathe life into the most complex situations, teaching you skills to manage stress and reduce symptoms for a brighter future.
One of my passions is working with families who are involved with adoption or fostering as well as children who have experienced trauma.
Are you or your loved ones navigating life’s challenges and seeking support to find balance and relief? Whether it’s managing anxiety, depression, trauma, or family dynamics, therapy can provide the tools and understanding you need. I specialize in helping children, teens, young adults, and families through difficult transitions and mental health concerns. Like a rare desert rain that refreshes and renews, therapy can breathe life into the most complex situations, teaching you skills to manage stress and reduce symptoms for a brighter future.
I look forward to meeting individuals, families, and couples who are open to integrating innovative health and wellness developments into their self-care routine, from lifestyle enhancements, mindset elevation, mood influencing foods, and much more. Rejuvenation, mental respite, creativity, inspiration, and consideration in care is what makes my practice an essentially rare experience. We assess longterm and short term goals; Tackling them as a team in small increments according to a pace that is the most comfortable and ethically challenging within reason.
I look forward to meeting individuals, families, and couples who are open to integrating innovative health and wellness developments into their self-care routine, from lifestyle enhancements, mindset elevation, mood influencing foods, and much more. Rejuvenation, mental respite, creativity, inspiration, and consideration in care is what makes my practice an essentially rare experience. We assess longterm and short term goals; Tackling them as a team in small increments according to a pace that is the most comfortable and ethically challenging within reason.
Life is full of surprises. Some are beautiful and we welcome them with open arms; while others are extremely difficult. Those situations or circumstances change our life in a way that leaves us desolate and sometimes, without knowing what to do. The good news is that you don't have to navigate your problems or situations alone. If you allow me, I will walk along by your side, and together we will cross the dark and difficult paths towards a new beginning. I offer you a professional atmosphere in which you will be treated with dignity and without prejudice.
Life is full of surprises. Some are beautiful and we welcome them with open arms; while others are extremely difficult. Those situations or circumstances change our life in a way that leaves us desolate and sometimes, without knowing what to do. The good news is that you don't have to navigate your problems or situations alone. If you allow me, I will walk along by your side, and together we will cross the dark and difficult paths towards a new beginning. I offer you a professional atmosphere in which you will be treated with dignity and without prejudice.
Much of the human experience is shaped by relationships and attachment. Our early attachment experiences influence how we connect, communicate, and relate to others throughout life. When these patterns no longer serve us, they can create distress and disconnection in our relationships. I work with people from all walks of life who want to better understand their attachment patterns, break unhelpful cycles, challenge limiting core beliefs, and improve communication. My goal is to support meaningful change that fosters healthier, more secure, and fulfilling relationships.
Much of the human experience is shaped by relationships and attachment. Our early attachment experiences influence how we connect, communicate, and relate to others throughout life. When these patterns no longer serve us, they can create distress and disconnection in our relationships. I work with people from all walks of life who want to better understand their attachment patterns, break unhelpful cycles, challenge limiting core beliefs, and improve communication. My goal is to support meaningful change that fosters healthier, more secure, and fulfilling relationships.
Painted Desert Psychotherapy, Gwenn Herman, LCSW,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW
Serves Area
When I meet someone for the first time, I create a safe place free of judgement and open for them to tell their story. As they speak, I hear their words and voice tone. I look at their face, eyes, hands, feet, whole body, energy and see what they are also telling me. Then I develop a sense of who they are.
When I meet someone for the first time, I create a safe place free of judgement and open for them to tell their story. As they speak, I hear their words and voice tone. I look at their face, eyes, hands, feet, whole body, energy and see what they are also telling me. Then I develop a sense of who they are.
If you find yourself troubled by balancing life responsibilities, or distracted in realizing your dreams as you attempt to surf the intensity of your emotion, you’re probably in need of a trusted and experienced counselor who will support you in navigating through life’s greatest challenges. As a licensed counselor working in the field for over 20 years, I have supported a variety of individuals and families, with the use of effective clinical interventions and personal guidance as they navigate through the storms of life. I will tirelessly work to join you on your road to recovery through individual, family, or couple’s counseling.
If you find yourself troubled by balancing life responsibilities, or distracted in realizing your dreams as you attempt to surf the intensity of your emotion, you’re probably in need of a trusted and experienced counselor who will support you in navigating through life’s greatest challenges. As a licensed counselor working in the field for over 20 years, I have supported a variety of individuals and families, with the use of effective clinical interventions and personal guidance as they navigate through the storms of life. I will tirelessly work to join you on your road to recovery through individual, family, or couple’s counseling.
I am passionate about creating a safe space to help clients with life's transitions, challenges, and personal growth. Our sessions will be centered on your unique needs and goals. I help my clients learn new coping skills and techniques, decrease symptoms, and build healthy relationships. I offer a free 20 minute consultation.
I am passionate about creating a safe space to help clients with life's transitions, challenges, and personal growth. Our sessions will be centered on your unique needs and goals. I help my clients learn new coping skills and techniques, decrease symptoms, and build healthy relationships. I offer a free 20 minute consultation.
As a psychodynamically oriented therapist with forty years of experience treating individuals, couples, and families, I have a passion for my work and a capacity to engage well even with difficult and challenging clients. In addition to people experiencing anxiety, depression and other problems associated with daily living, I have expertise working with individuals and families struggling with PTSD, dissociative disorders, bipolar disorders, and dual diagnoses of substance abuse and mental health problems. I especially enjoy helping adolescents and young adults experiencing identity issues and challenging life transitions.
As a psychodynamically oriented therapist with forty years of experience treating individuals, couples, and families, I have a passion for my work and a capacity to engage well even with difficult and challenging clients. In addition to people experiencing anxiety, depression and other problems associated with daily living, I have expertise working with individuals and families struggling with PTSD, dissociative disorders, bipolar disorders, and dual diagnoses of substance abuse and mental health problems. I especially enjoy helping adolescents and young adults experiencing identity issues and challenging life transitions.
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My passion is helping people connect in healthy ways, healing wounds that prevent us from living full lives and becoming our whole selves.
Childhood abuse, attachment struggles, codependency, and dysfunctional family systems can leave us hurt and guarded, but we can overcome these wounds. We can find love within ourselves, we can connect in healthy ways, and this is something we deserve in our lives. My hope is for you to live a beautiful life, accepting yourself, allowing yourself to be loved. I believe I have tools to assist you in this journey and would be honored to be your guide.
My passion is helping people connect in healthy ways, healing wounds that prevent us from living full lives and becoming our whole selves.
Childhood abuse, attachment struggles, codependency, and dysfunctional family systems can leave us hurt and guarded, but we can overcome these wounds. We can find love within ourselves, we can connect in healthy ways, and this is something we deserve in our lives. My hope is for you to live a beautiful life, accepting yourself, allowing yourself to be loved. I believe I have tools to assist you in this journey and would be honored to be your guide.
I specialize in helping children, teens, adults, and neurodivergent individuals who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, trauma, and the complex experiences of adoption and foster care.
In therapy, I use a strength and values-based from evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness practices. Together, we’ll identify clear goals, develop practical tools, and build confidence as you begin to take meaningful steps towards your life.
I specialize in helping children, teens, adults, and neurodivergent individuals who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, trauma, and the complex experiences of adoption and foster care.
In therapy, I use a strength and values-based from evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness practices. Together, we’ll identify clear goals, develop practical tools, and build confidence as you begin to take meaningful steps towards your life.
I can help with a wide array of mental health struggles with a special focus on relationship improvement, adoption and foster care, emotional regulation, and resilience.
I think you'll find my approach is relational and encouraging, warm & genuine. I desire to partner with you, listen & deeply understand your story & what your want to change, & help you move in the direction you want to go. I have extensive experience working with children and families, and adults, and also particularly enjoy working with couples.
I can help with a wide array of mental health struggles with a special focus on relationship improvement, adoption and foster care, emotional regulation, and resilience.
I think you'll find my approach is relational and encouraging, warm & genuine. I desire to partner with you, listen & deeply understand your story & what your want to change, & help you move in the direction you want to go. I have extensive experience working with children and families, and adults, and also particularly enjoy working with couples.
Expertise includes play/sand tray therapy, sexual assault, adoption, Birth-to-5, parent-child relationships, medical trauma, uniformed service challenges, and EMDR.
Navigating the challenges of life can be difficult for everyone involved. I support children, adolescents, and young adults to foster individual growth and strong family relationships.
My work with young children utilizes play therapy, creating a safe and confidential space for exploration and growth. For adolescents and young adults, I focus on addressing past experiences and building skills for a healthy transition into adulthood.
I offer individual therapy, consultation, and assessments in a relaxed, supportive, and professional setting. My goal is to help your loved ones thrive.
Expertise includes play/sand tray therapy, sexual assault, adoption, Birth-to-5, parent-child relationships, medical trauma, uniformed service challenges, and EMDR.
Navigating the challenges of life can be difficult for everyone involved. I support children, adolescents, and young adults to foster individual growth and strong family relationships.
My work with young children utilizes play therapy, creating a safe and confidential space for exploration and growth. For adolescents and young adults, I focus on addressing past experiences and building skills for a healthy transition into adulthood.
I offer individual therapy, consultation, and assessments in a relaxed, supportive, and professional setting. My goal is to help your loved ones thrive.
Are you worried about your teen, feeling disconnected in your relationship, or struggling through a difficult season? Stress, conflict, anxiety, grief, family changes, or life transitions can leave you feeling overwhelmed or stuck. I work with teens, individuals, and couples to navigate challenges with compassion and practical support. Therapy provides a safe, nonjudgmental space to gain insight, strengthen relationships, build healthy coping skills, and move forward with greater confidence, clarity, and resilience. Together, we'll work toward meaningful, lasting change.
Are you worried about your teen, feeling disconnected in your relationship, or struggling through a difficult season? Stress, conflict, anxiety, grief, family changes, or life transitions can leave you feeling overwhelmed or stuck. I work with teens, individuals, and couples to navigate challenges with compassion and practical support. Therapy provides a safe, nonjudgmental space to gain insight, strengthen relationships, build healthy coping skills, and move forward with greater confidence, clarity, and resilience. Together, we'll work toward meaningful, lasting change.
I'm Randall Allen, a licensed therapist. I earned a Master of Counseling degree with High Distinction from Colorado Christian University in 2016.
I am licensed in Arizona and New Mexico with over 10 years of professional work experience.
My ideal client is the one who is willing & motivated to change who he or she is now to become someone better. I have a poster in my office that says, "If you want to be different, you must do something different." I'm here to help you discover what that "different" is for you.
I'm Randall Allen, a licensed therapist. I earned a Master of Counseling degree with High Distinction from Colorado Christian University in 2016.
I am licensed in Arizona and New Mexico with over 10 years of professional work experience.
My ideal client is the one who is willing & motivated to change who he or she is now to become someone better. I have a poster in my office that says, "If you want to be different, you must do something different." I'm here to help you discover what that "different" is for you.
I view therapy as a deeply personal and individualized journey, what works for one person may not work for another. My goal is always to meet clients where they are, honoring their unique values, needs, and belief systems. My approach integrates three core elements: building insight into how and why patterns have developed, strengthening skills to navigate daily life, and engaging in deep, foundational healing. I incorporate trauma-informed modalities like EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS), alongside practical, skills-based approaches to support meaningful and lasting change.
I view therapy as a deeply personal and individualized journey, what works for one person may not work for another. My goal is always to meet clients where they are, honoring their unique values, needs, and belief systems. My approach integrates three core elements: building insight into how and why patterns have developed, strengthening skills to navigate daily life, and engaging in deep, foundational healing. I incorporate trauma-informed modalities like EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS), alongside practical, skills-based approaches to support meaningful and lasting change.
Life can be hard, and everyone faces challenges at different points. You don't have to navigate them alone. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood while also giving you practical tools to create meaningful change. Together, we'll look beyond the immediate struggles to understand what's getting in the way, build on your strengths, and help you move forward with greater confidence, clarity, and hope.
Life can be hard, and everyone faces challenges at different points. You don't have to navigate them alone. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood while also giving you practical tools to create meaningful change. Together, we'll look beyond the immediate struggles to understand what's getting in the way, build on your strengths, and help you move forward with greater confidence, clarity, and hope.
Sage Knapp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
3 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85715
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently full, email me to get on my waitlist. I work with kids, teens, college students, and older adults, offering a safe and affirming space, especially for LGBTQIA+ clients. I have experience with ADHD, brain injuries, grief, OCD, and anxiety, and trauma. I’m committed to helping you navigate these challenges. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and I’m here to support you at your pace, focusing on what matters most to you. My role is to provide you with the tools you need to succeed.
I am currently full, email me to get on my waitlist. I work with kids, teens, college students, and older adults, offering a safe and affirming space, especially for LGBTQIA+ clients. I have experience with ADHD, brain injuries, grief, OCD, and anxiety, and trauma. I’m committed to helping you navigate these challenges. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and I’m here to support you at your pace, focusing on what matters most to you. My role is to provide you with the tools you need to succeed.
Caring. Understanding. Empathic. Encouraging. These are all qualities you will experience while working with me as we navigate your path towards self-exploration. Research shows that the relationship between the therapist and the client is a significant contributing factor in the success of therapy. This is why I make every effort to put my clients at ease starting from the moment you walk in the door at your first session. I want to create a collaborative relationship with you so that, together, we can take steps to improve the quality of your relationships, your family, your life.
Caring. Understanding. Empathic. Encouraging. These are all qualities you will experience while working with me as we navigate your path towards self-exploration. Research shows that the relationship between the therapist and the client is a significant contributing factor in the success of therapy. This is why I make every effort to put my clients at ease starting from the moment you walk in the door at your first session. I want to create a collaborative relationship with you so that, together, we can take steps to improve the quality of your relationships, your family, your life.
I've had the opportunity to work with people who have experienced trauma, grief, life-changes, anxiety, foster/ adoption, separation/divorce, interpersonal conflicts, and challenges within relationships.
Hello. My name is Elizabeth Macadangdang, Licensed Professional Counselor. It takes courage and effort to identify challenging patterns or relationships in our lives. Perhaps you’d like to make changes in your life, but don’t know where to begin. I’m glad you’re here. I wholeheartedly believe personal healing and growth occurs when we feel safe, supported, and understood. My passion is helping others achieve their goals while walking alongside them utilizing an empathic, non-judgmental approach.
I've had the opportunity to work with people who have experienced trauma, grief, life-changes, anxiety, foster/ adoption, separation/divorce, interpersonal conflicts, and challenges within relationships.
Hello. My name is Elizabeth Macadangdang, Licensed Professional Counselor. It takes courage and effort to identify challenging patterns or relationships in our lives. Perhaps you’d like to make changes in your life, but don’t know where to begin. I’m glad you’re here. I wholeheartedly believe personal healing and growth occurs when we feel safe, supported, and understood. My passion is helping others achieve their goals while walking alongside them utilizing an empathic, non-judgmental approach.
Do you find it difficult to put your feelings into words, find yourself avoiding conflict to keep the peace or shut down during important conversations? Many people have been told they're "too emotional" or "not emotional enough." Others have spent so much of their lives holding everything inside that they no longer know what they're feeling. If expressing your emotions feels uncomfortable and confusing, then you're not alone and you don't have to figure it out by yourself.
Do you find it difficult to put your feelings into words, find yourself avoiding conflict to keep the peace or shut down during important conversations? Many people have been told they're "too emotional" or "not emotional enough." Others have spent so much of their lives holding everything inside that they no longer know what they're feeling. If expressing your emotions feels uncomfortable and confusing, then you're not alone and you don't have to figure it out by yourself.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.