South Asian Therapists in Mesa, AZ
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by the weight of their past, struggling to make sense of trauma, identity, or relationship patterns. They may be navigating cultural or intergenerational conflict, faith crises, or emotional disconnection within their family or partnership. Whether it's a teen managing anxiety and self-harm, a couple stuck in cycles of miscommunication, or an individual healing from spiritual or childhood trauma, they long for clarity, connection, and relief. They want to feel seen and understood without judgment. Most of all, they want to reclaim a sense of self and move forward with intention.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by the weight of their past, struggling to make sense of trauma, identity, or relationship patterns. They may be navigating cultural or intergenerational conflict, faith crises, or emotional disconnection within their family or partnership. Whether it's a teen managing anxiety and self-harm, a couple stuck in cycles of miscommunication, or an individual healing from spiritual or childhood trauma, they long for clarity, connection, and relief. They want to feel seen and understood without judgment. Most of all, they want to reclaim a sense of self and move forward with intention.
I am accepting new clients! Availability in the evenings and Sundays!
You might look like you have it together on the outside, but inside, your mind doesn't slow down. You replay conversations, question yourself, and feel stuck in patterns especially in relationships or navigating big life transitions.
Maybe you're anxious, disconnected, or trying to balance who you are with who you're expected to be. It can all feel exhausting.
In our work together, we'll slow things down collaboratively, and make sense of what's underneath these patterns. If you're ready to feel more clear, grounded, and love yourself again, I'm here to help!
I am accepting new clients! Availability in the evenings and Sundays!
You might look like you have it together on the outside, but inside, your mind doesn't slow down. You replay conversations, question yourself, and feel stuck in patterns especially in relationships or navigating big life transitions.
Maybe you're anxious, disconnected, or trying to balance who you are with who you're expected to be. It can all feel exhausting.
In our work together, we'll slow things down collaboratively, and make sense of what's underneath these patterns. If you're ready to feel more clear, grounded, and love yourself again, I'm here to help!
Recognizing when something isn’t working and wanting to create change are acts of real courage. I see therapy as a collaborative process where we explore what’s happening beneath the surface (the feelings behind the feelings), helping you and your loved ones reconnect, communicate more effectively, and find new ways to support one another.
Recognizing when something isn’t working and wanting to create change are acts of real courage. I see therapy as a collaborative process where we explore what’s happening beneath the surface (the feelings behind the feelings), helping you and your loved ones reconnect, communicate more effectively, and find new ways to support one another.
I see clients in-person in Arizona and offer virtual sessions for clients in Texas. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, AAPI communities, and life transitions. I understand the challenges that personal growth and healing may bring. I am dedicated to providing an all-inclusive, safe space for clients to explore and express themselves freely. Through a collaborative effort between client and counselor, I strive to help clients gain the necessary tools for greater self-awareness, understanding, and overall healing.
I see clients in-person in Arizona and offer virtual sessions for clients in Texas. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, AAPI communities, and life transitions. I understand the challenges that personal growth and healing may bring. I am dedicated to providing an all-inclusive, safe space for clients to explore and express themselves freely. Through a collaborative effort between client and counselor, I strive to help clients gain the necessary tools for greater self-awareness, understanding, and overall healing.
Danielle LaPorte asked the question best, “Can you remember who you were before the world told you who you should be?” Can you remember when you loved and accepted yourself unapologetically, and embraced all the things about you that make you unique? As we age, we gain knowledge from life experiences and through those experiences we can soar to greatness or we can break and lose sight of who we really are, and become someone we were never meant to be. When we become someone less than who we were meant to be we can begin to experience anxiety, depression, substance abuse, loss of relationships and functional distress.
Danielle LaPorte asked the question best, “Can you remember who you were before the world told you who you should be?” Can you remember when you loved and accepted yourself unapologetically, and embraced all the things about you that make you unique? As we age, we gain knowledge from life experiences and through those experiences we can soar to greatness or we can break and lose sight of who we really are, and become someone we were never meant to be. When we become someone less than who we were meant to be we can begin to experience anxiety, depression, substance abuse, loss of relationships and functional distress.
Hey slow it down, yes you! Noticing shutdown, relationship issues, feeling overwhelmed, and not enjoying things you use to enjoy? You’re not alone.. That constant internal battle sounds exhausting and defeating. Whether it’s recently or in the past couple months or years let’s take that step together.
I help high achieving individuals and couples, supporting concerns with feeling on edge or constant worry, losing interest in things we use to enjoy, losing a loved one, and life and/or relationship challenges.
Hey slow it down, yes you! Noticing shutdown, relationship issues, feeling overwhelmed, and not enjoying things you use to enjoy? You’re not alone.. That constant internal battle sounds exhausting and defeating. Whether it’s recently or in the past couple months or years let’s take that step together.
I help high achieving individuals and couples, supporting concerns with feeling on edge or constant worry, losing interest in things we use to enjoy, losing a loved one, and life and/or relationship challenges.
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I’m Erin Ahlquist, a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in working with young children (ages 0–7) and families navigating challenging behaviors such as aggression, defiance, noncompliance, and frequent temper tantrums. I use Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), an evidenced-based treatment that strengthens the parent-child relationship while helping parents build effective behavior management skills. Through PCIT, families learn practical tools to improve communication, increase cooperation, and create more positive interactions at home, in school, and in the community.
Hello and Welcome!
I’m Erin Ahlquist, a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in working with young children (ages 0–7) and families navigating challenging behaviors such as aggression, defiance, noncompliance, and frequent temper tantrums. I use Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), an evidenced-based treatment that strengthens the parent-child relationship while helping parents build effective behavior management skills. Through PCIT, families learn practical tools to improve communication, increase cooperation, and create more positive interactions at home, in school, and in the community.
Porn addiction can slowly wear down trust in a relationship, leaving one partner feeling deeply hurt and inadequate while the other feels stuck in a loop of guilt, secrecy, and broken promises despite all their willpower. With time, this often turns into growing distance or even a sense of betrayal. If this is your reality, you are not alone. What may start as normal screen time or social media can slide into porn sites, cam sites, or OnlyFans and become a pattern that is hard to control, even for men disciplined in every other area of life.
Porn addiction can slowly wear down trust in a relationship, leaving one partner feeling deeply hurt and inadequate while the other feels stuck in a loop of guilt, secrecy, and broken promises despite all their willpower. With time, this often turns into growing distance or even a sense of betrayal. If this is your reality, you are not alone. What may start as normal screen time or social media can slide into porn sites, cam sites, or OnlyFans and become a pattern that is hard to control, even for men disciplined in every other area of life.
I became a therapist because everyone has the potential to live a fulfilling life, but only those who are truly supported in overcoming their obstacles can reach their goals and continue to thrive. No matter how old we are, we need support and encouragement to improve our lives. As an LMSW, our sessions will be facilitated by me and supervised by Jena McBride, LPC.
I became a therapist because everyone has the potential to live a fulfilling life, but only those who are truly supported in overcoming their obstacles can reach their goals and continue to thrive. No matter how old we are, we need support and encouragement to improve our lives. As an LMSW, our sessions will be facilitated by me and supervised by Jena McBride, LPC.
Life’s transitions can get the best of us sometimes. It is not easy to see the rainbow behind the clouds when you are amid the storm. Difficult times of adjusting to these transitions are also the opportunity to grow. I believe having a supportive & non-judgmental environment helps us heal. If you are struggling with a relationship question, want more out of your relationship, trying to figure out parenting during changing relationship dynamics, or if you or your child are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma, etc., then I would feel privileged to create a safe space to start your healing journey.
Life’s transitions can get the best of us sometimes. It is not easy to see the rainbow behind the clouds when you are amid the storm. Difficult times of adjusting to these transitions are also the opportunity to grow. I believe having a supportive & non-judgmental environment helps us heal. If you are struggling with a relationship question, want more out of your relationship, trying to figure out parenting during changing relationship dynamics, or if you or your child are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma, etc., then I would feel privileged to create a safe space to start your healing journey.
You are not broken—and you don’t have to face this alone. I work with women navigating anxiety, trauma, loss, medical challenges, and major life transitions. Even when life feels overwhelming, your strength and resilience are still within you. Grounded in both professional training and lived experience with relationship trauma, reproductive loss, medical trauma, and chronic illness, I offer a compassionate, empowering space where you set the pace. Together, we focus on building clarity, confidence, and self-trust. Sessions available in English, Gujarati, and Hindi— in-person in Arizona and virtually in Arizona and Illinois.
You are not broken—and you don’t have to face this alone. I work with women navigating anxiety, trauma, loss, medical challenges, and major life transitions. Even when life feels overwhelming, your strength and resilience are still within you. Grounded in both professional training and lived experience with relationship trauma, reproductive loss, medical trauma, and chronic illness, I offer a compassionate, empowering space where you set the pace. Together, we focus on building clarity, confidence, and self-trust. Sessions available in English, Gujarati, and Hindi— in-person in Arizona and virtually in Arizona and Illinois.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, ready to make changes in your life? I am currently accepting new clients, I offer everyone a safe and unforgettable experience in getting to know yourself better and understand the world in a more personal way—I do both in-person and tel-health—so you can access and explore your challenges with me and build the life you choose I am A Clinical Mental Health Psychotherapist, a NPTI, ACE Certified Fitness Trainer, a Holistic Health Practitioner & Massage Therapist lastly, an Ordained Minister. Balancing the mind, body and spirit creates space and opportunity for authentic relationships with self and others.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, ready to make changes in your life? I am currently accepting new clients, I offer everyone a safe and unforgettable experience in getting to know yourself better and understand the world in a more personal way—I do both in-person and tel-health—so you can access and explore your challenges with me and build the life you choose I am A Clinical Mental Health Psychotherapist, a NPTI, ACE Certified Fitness Trainer, a Holistic Health Practitioner & Massage Therapist lastly, an Ordained Minister. Balancing the mind, body and spirit creates space and opportunity for authentic relationships with self and others.
Are you a first-gen professional, parent, or woman of color carrying more than others realize? If you feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or disconnected, you aren’t alone. I specialize in supporting adults navigating multiple cultures, complex family roles, and the heavy weight of "invisible labor."
I provide a safe, affirming space where you can finally exhale and focus on your own well-being. My goal is to help you feel grounded, confident, and truly at home within yourself.
Are you a first-gen professional, parent, or woman of color carrying more than others realize? If you feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or disconnected, you aren’t alone. I specialize in supporting adults navigating multiple cultures, complex family roles, and the heavy weight of "invisible labor."
I provide a safe, affirming space where you can finally exhale and focus on your own well-being. My goal is to help you feel grounded, confident, and truly at home within yourself.
Feeling overwhelmed can take a lot of forms. Sometimes things that previously seemed small can launch you into a full on panic. Other times, you may notice you find yourself crying while watching something completely mundane. Perhaps instead of being able to sleep, your mind races through everything you could not get done today, or every detail of a conversation while you evaluate your every action. Alternatively, you may leave every social interaction feeling anxious or angry, even though you cannot pinpoint why. Finally, maybe you felt so much, now you dont feel anything at all and everything that once brought you joy feels hollow
Feeling overwhelmed can take a lot of forms. Sometimes things that previously seemed small can launch you into a full on panic. Other times, you may notice you find yourself crying while watching something completely mundane. Perhaps instead of being able to sleep, your mind races through everything you could not get done today, or every detail of a conversation while you evaluate your every action. Alternatively, you may leave every social interaction feeling anxious or angry, even though you cannot pinpoint why. Finally, maybe you felt so much, now you dont feel anything at all and everything that once brought you joy feels hollow
Starting therapy for you or your child can bring up a world of emotions. As a postdoctoral clinician at Katz Psychological Services, I aim to make the process of starting and committing to therapy meaningful and fun. With children/adolescents, I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, peer relationships, and learning difficulties. With adults, I support clients in addressing phase of life stressors such as relationship dynamics, job struggles, or parenting topics in a way that adds value and meaning to their life.
Starting therapy for you or your child can bring up a world of emotions. As a postdoctoral clinician at Katz Psychological Services, I aim to make the process of starting and committing to therapy meaningful and fun. With children/adolescents, I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, peer relationships, and learning difficulties. With adults, I support clients in addressing phase of life stressors such as relationship dynamics, job struggles, or parenting topics in a way that adds value and meaning to their life.
I have over 15 years of counseling experience, including time spent with Community Bridges, Inc, District Medical Group, Jewish Family and Children's Service, and other community agencies. I work well with individuals who are experiencing transitions from one stage of life to another and those trying to understand and improve their interpersonal relationships. My clinical strengths and experience include culturally-based treatment and multicultural competent treatment as well as substance abuse, serious mental illness (SMI), intimate partner violence, stage of life issues/transitions, adjustment issues, anxiety, and depression.
I have over 15 years of counseling experience, including time spent with Community Bridges, Inc, District Medical Group, Jewish Family and Children's Service, and other community agencies. I work well with individuals who are experiencing transitions from one stage of life to another and those trying to understand and improve their interpersonal relationships. My clinical strengths and experience include culturally-based treatment and multicultural competent treatment as well as substance abuse, serious mental illness (SMI), intimate partner violence, stage of life issues/transitions, adjustment issues, anxiety, and depression.
Leavitt Marriage and Family Therapy (CA/AZ)
Marriage & Family Therapist
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
At Leavitt Marriage and Family Therapy, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health care. Our group practice is comprised of a diverse team of therapists, psychologists, and social workers who bring a wealth of experience and expertise to our clients. With practitioners from various cultural backgrounds and fluency in multiple languages, we are uniquely equipped to connect with and support individuals from all walks of life. We are located in California and Arizona. We accept most major California and Arizona insurances, making our services accessible to those who need them.
At Leavitt Marriage and Family Therapy, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health care. Our group practice is comprised of a diverse team of therapists, psychologists, and social workers who bring a wealth of experience and expertise to our clients. With practitioners from various cultural backgrounds and fluency in multiple languages, we are uniquely equipped to connect with and support individuals from all walks of life. We are located in California and Arizona. We accept most major California and Arizona insurances, making our services accessible to those who need them.
You know your child best. So when something feels different, you notice.
Maybe they're worrying more than they used to. Meltdowns have become more frequent. School has become a battle. They're withdrawing from friends, struggling with confidence, or having a harder time managing big emotions. Or perhaps everyone else sees a child who seems "fine," while you see how much effort it takes just to get through the day. If you've found yourself wondering, "What am I missing?" you're not alone. After years of working alongside children, families, and schools, I've learned that the questions we ask shape the way we understand our children.
You know your child best. So when something feels different, you notice.
Maybe they're worrying more than they used to. Meltdowns have become more frequent. School has become a battle. They're withdrawing from friends, struggling with confidence, or having a harder time managing big emotions. Or perhaps everyone else sees a child who seems "fine," while you see how much effort it takes just to get through the day. If you've found yourself wondering, "What am I missing?" you're not alone. After years of working alongside children, families, and schools, I've learned that the questions we ask shape the way we understand our children.
We all experience trauma and severe life stressors' that leave us feeling stuck and hopeless. Your crisis may be depression, relationship issues, anxiety, chronic illness, sport performance or something that is so overwhelming you are struggling with life. Often time we hold ourselves in bondage to the choices we have made. I believe some of life's most difficult experiences leads us to our greatest growth. I will give you the tools to move forward from past attachments that seem to keep you stagnate in your life.
We all experience trauma and severe life stressors' that leave us feeling stuck and hopeless. Your crisis may be depression, relationship issues, anxiety, chronic illness, sport performance or something that is so overwhelming you are struggling with life. Often time we hold ourselves in bondage to the choices we have made. I believe some of life's most difficult experiences leads us to our greatest growth. I will give you the tools to move forward from past attachments that seem to keep you stagnate in your life.
My ideal client is someone who feels deeply—whether they’re overwhelmed by anxiety, moving through a major life change, or simply trying to make sense of who they are in a complex world. They might be a teen navigating identity, a young adult facing pressure to have it all figured out, or someone of any age who’s ready to look inward with honesty and curiosity.
My ideal client is someone who feels deeply—whether they’re overwhelmed by anxiety, moving through a major life change, or simply trying to make sense of who they are in a complex world. They might be a teen navigating identity, a young adult facing pressure to have it all figured out, or someone of any age who’s ready to look inward with honesty and curiosity.
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What can a South Asian therapist help with?
A South Asian therapist can help with the same concerns as any other therapist, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, stress, grief, and major life transitions. What may feel different, however, is the possibility of shared cultural understanding. If you identify with a South Asian background, such as Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan, or Nepali, working with a therapist who shares or understands aspects of your culture may help you feel more comfortable discussing topics such as family expectations, identity, religion, language, stigma, or intergenerational conflict.
How can a South Asian therapist support couples counseling or family therapy?
A South Asian therapist can support couples counseling or family therapy by helping partners and family members explore how cultural background can shape roles, responsibilities, and expectations in a relationship. In some South Asian families, relationship dynamics may be influenced by expectations around marriage, gender roles, caregiving, religion, family involvement, or balancing individual needs with family obligations. These issues can affect mental health as well as relationship boundaries, parenting, communication, and major life decisions. A South Asian therapist can help you navigate these conversations with greater cultural understanding.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience with South Asian clients?
If cultural background is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with South Asian clients or clients from your specific cultural background. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask whether they have worked with concerns related to cultural identity, family expectations, intergenerational conflict, or stigma around mental health. You can also ask whether they provide therapy in your preferred language.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of South Asian therapists?
The directory of South Asian therapists includes professionals who have shared their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profiles, and they may not appear in search results for this reason; also, when the number of therapists identified as South Asian is limited, the directory will also show therapists with comprehensive experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.