Trauma Focused Therapists in Mesa, AZ

Amanda Endres
Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85206
As a trauma-informed mental health therapist, I value authenticity, open-mindedness, non-judgment, transparency, and a sense of humor. These values shape not only my approach to therapy but also my own personal and professional life. With experience in community mental health and residential treatment, I have helped adults navigate issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, self-esteem, and various other mental health disorders. My specialties include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and EMDR.
As a trauma-informed mental health therapist, I value authenticity, open-mindedness, non-judgment, transparency, and a sense of humor. These values shape not only my approach to therapy but also my own personal and professional life. With experience in community mental health and residential treatment, I have helped adults navigate issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, self-esteem, and various other mental health disorders. My specialties include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and EMDR.
(602) 675-6185 View (602) 675-6185
Amy Lynn Irons
Counselor, MA, LAC
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85209
Amy is a Licensed Associate Counselor who specializes in trauma. She has several years of experience supporting adolescents and adults with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, and trauma-related challenges. Amy helps clients develop healthy coping skills by utilizing evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), while maintaining a client-centered, strength-based approach. She is committed to providing a safe and supportive space where clients can process their experiences and move toward healing and transformation.
Amy is a Licensed Associate Counselor who specializes in trauma. She has several years of experience supporting adolescents and adults with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, and trauma-related challenges. Amy helps clients develop healthy coping skills by utilizing evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), while maintaining a client-centered, strength-based approach. She is committed to providing a safe and supportive space where clients can process their experiences and move toward healing and transformation.
(480) 500-7843 View (480) 500-7843
Kayla Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have over 13 years of experience working with clients with a variety of presenting issues including: anxiety, depression, trauma history, family conflict, parenting concerns, and other various emotional and behavioral challenges. I have also have experience working with Caucasian, Hispanic, and Native American populations .
I have over 13 years of experience working with clients with a variety of presenting issues including: anxiety, depression, trauma history, family conflict, parenting concerns, and other various emotional and behavioral challenges. I have also have experience working with Caucasian, Hispanic, and Native American populations .
(480) 360-4635 View (480) 360-4635
Colleen Bartruff
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCC, MHA, LPC, PMH-C, Doula
Mesa, AZ 85206
Welcome to Resilient Roots, a space where you matter. Whether you're preparing for birth, navigating infertility, pregnancy after loss, postpartum healing, the emotional shifts of parenthood, or you are a teen navigating through life's challenges, you don't have to do it alone. I specialize in perinatal mental health, birth preparation, maternal and paternal wellbeing, and helping teens navigate anxiety, emotional regulation, relationships, identity, and life's stages of transition. Together, we will process your experiences, build practical tools, and help you feel grounded, confident, and empowered through each season of life.
Welcome to Resilient Roots, a space where you matter. Whether you're preparing for birth, navigating infertility, pregnancy after loss, postpartum healing, the emotional shifts of parenthood, or you are a teen navigating through life's challenges, you don't have to do it alone. I specialize in perinatal mental health, birth preparation, maternal and paternal wellbeing, and helping teens navigate anxiety, emotional regulation, relationships, identity, and life's stages of transition. Together, we will process your experiences, build practical tools, and help you feel grounded, confident, and empowered through each season of life.
(480) 680-0104 View (480) 680-0104
Bill Tafaro
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Mesa, AZ 85209
I am a very down to earth individual and believe that when we change our thinking we can change our behaviors. When we change our behaviors, we can change our lives for the better. I use my extensive training and education in various counseling modalities to help those seeking a better life experience. As a therapist, I strive to create positive change in others’ lives, but first and foremost, aiding in the realization that such a change is in fact, possible. I am deeply invested in the growth and happiness of those that I am privileged to serve.
I am a very down to earth individual and believe that when we change our thinking we can change our behaviors. When we change our behaviors, we can change our lives for the better. I use my extensive training and education in various counseling modalities to help those seeking a better life experience. As a therapist, I strive to create positive change in others’ lives, but first and foremost, aiding in the realization that such a change is in fact, possible. I am deeply invested in the growth and happiness of those that I am privileged to serve.
(480) 530-8748 View (480) 530-8748
Tamara Passey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CFLE-P, PMH-C
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85204
I am devoted to helping couples and individuals create loving relationships and marriages. My approach is caring and genuine, and I conduct therapy with empathy, curiosity, and acceptance. I utilize a strengths-based focus and provide a safe, welcoming space to grow and heal. I help couples who want to strengthen their connection and improve communication by overcoming obstacles and restoring closeness. My experience includes working with couples and individuals who are experiencing conflict, lack of intimacy and closeness, coping with betrayal, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, caregiver pressures, and family life changes.
I am devoted to helping couples and individuals create loving relationships and marriages. My approach is caring and genuine, and I conduct therapy with empathy, curiosity, and acceptance. I utilize a strengths-based focus and provide a safe, welcoming space to grow and heal. I help couples who want to strengthen their connection and improve communication by overcoming obstacles and restoring closeness. My experience includes working with couples and individuals who are experiencing conflict, lack of intimacy and closeness, coping with betrayal, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, caregiver pressures, and family life changes.
(928) 569-5614 View (928) 569-5614
Tonya Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Mesa, AZ 85210
Do you ever feel stuck? As a parent, do you ever feel lost on how to handle the struggles your children/teens are facing? If so, you are not alone! I specialize in helping families learn strategies and coping skills to help tackle life’s challenges. I believe my role as a therapist is to provide my clients and families with the skills they need through various therapeutic approaches. My clients and I work together as a team to develop goals that are specifically tailored to each client’s individual needs.
Do you ever feel stuck? As a parent, do you ever feel lost on how to handle the struggles your children/teens are facing? If so, you are not alone! I specialize in helping families learn strategies and coping skills to help tackle life’s challenges. I believe my role as a therapist is to provide my clients and families with the skills they need through various therapeutic approaches. My clients and I work together as a team to develop goals that are specifically tailored to each client’s individual needs.
(480) 470-4061 View (480) 470-4061
Bryan Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85202
I specialize in working with high-functioning adults navigating trauma, PTSD, grief, and addiction. If you’re feeling stuck in survival mode or weighed down by experiences that won’t let go, you don’t have to carry that alone. Therapy with me feels like two humans sitting together, honestly exploring what hurts, what’s getting in the way, and what you want your life to look like instead. There’s no one-size-fits-all treatment here. We create a plan that fits you, your story, and your goals.
I specialize in working with high-functioning adults navigating trauma, PTSD, grief, and addiction. If you’re feeling stuck in survival mode or weighed down by experiences that won’t let go, you don’t have to carry that alone. Therapy with me feels like two humans sitting together, honestly exploring what hurts, what’s getting in the way, and what you want your life to look like instead. There’s no one-size-fits-all treatment here. We create a plan that fits you, your story, and your goals.
(928) 767-7427 View (928) 767-7427
Irish Britson
Counselor, LPC
Online Only
You might be feeling overwhelmed by trauma, life changes, or relationships that aren’t working the way you’d hoped. Maybe anxiety or depression has started to affect your work, your sense of self, or the way you show up with the people you care about. You don’t have to figure this out alone.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by trauma, life changes, or relationships that aren’t working the way you’d hoped. Maybe anxiety or depression has started to affect your work, your sense of self, or the way you show up with the people you care about. You don’t have to figure this out alone.
(602) 362-0984 View (602) 362-0984
Christine Panepinto
Counselor, MA, LAC
Mesa, AZ 85206
Welcome! Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. Whether you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles, I’m here to provide a safe and supportive space for healing and growth.
Welcome! Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. Whether you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles, I’m here to provide a safe and supportive space for healing and growth.
(480) 710-0377 View (480) 710-0377
Amber Guerrero
Counselor, MA, LAC
3 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85210
If you’ve been holding everything together on your own, managing anxiety, carrying old wounds, or feeling stuck in your relationships, you’re not alone. You don’t have to keep pushing through without support. Together, we’ll create space for you to feel more grounded, connected, and like yourself again. Even if you’re not sure where to begin, you know something needs to change. This is a place to set down what’s heavy and start moving toward the peace you’ve been longing for.
If you’ve been holding everything together on your own, managing anxiety, carrying old wounds, or feeling stuck in your relationships, you’re not alone. You don’t have to keep pushing through without support. Together, we’ll create space for you to feel more grounded, connected, and like yourself again. Even if you’re not sure where to begin, you know something needs to change. This is a place to set down what’s heavy and start moving toward the peace you’ve been longing for.
(928) 291-2753 View (928) 291-2753
Amy Sword
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (psychotherapist) in our great state 48, Arizona. I use a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach, in which you are the expert who holds the tools needed to move towards the life you seek. I enjoy working with pre-teen to older adults to help navigate life stressors and challenges and to build the life you desire.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (psychotherapist) in our great state 48, Arizona. I use a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach, in which you are the expert who holds the tools needed to move towards the life you seek. I enjoy working with pre-teen to older adults to help navigate life stressors and challenges and to build the life you desire.
(928) 968-0393 View (928) 968-0393
Adult & Adolescent Recovery Counseling
Counselor, MSc, LPC
5 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85206
Here at AARC, we are dedicated to providing quality treatment that gets results. We provide individuals with the tools needed to be strong and confident about their ability to take control over their lives, and take back the power over their debilitating or undesirable moods, thoughts, and actions. One of the many rewards to providing counseling is getting to see the hope return, helping individuals recognize that they are not alone or "abnormal," and guiding people on their journey to a better life. Learn more about us by visiting www.aarctherapy.org
Here at AARC, we are dedicated to providing quality treatment that gets results. We provide individuals with the tools needed to be strong and confident about their ability to take control over their lives, and take back the power over their debilitating or undesirable moods, thoughts, and actions. One of the many rewards to providing counseling is getting to see the hope return, helping individuals recognize that they are not alone or "abnormal," and guiding people on their journey to a better life. Learn more about us by visiting www.aarctherapy.org
(602) 663-9831 View (602) 663-9831
Laura Fontaine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LIAC, LPC
3 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85210
I am a counselor with over 20 years of experience. I work with adults and adolescents (ages 13+). My clients are generally struggling with difficult life experiences such as abuse and trauma and are seeking new ways to cope with the challenges of their past and present lives. Together, we work towards getting to the root of their problems that have resulted in trauma symptoms, grief, anxiety, depression, problems with relationships, and low self-esteem so they can begin to heal from their past. My clients play an active role in their own recovery, and their collaboration is vital to creating their plan to wellness.
I am a counselor with over 20 years of experience. I work with adults and adolescents (ages 13+). My clients are generally struggling with difficult life experiences such as abuse and trauma and are seeking new ways to cope with the challenges of their past and present lives. Together, we work towards getting to the root of their problems that have resulted in trauma symptoms, grief, anxiety, depression, problems with relationships, and low self-esteem so they can begin to heal from their past. My clients play an active role in their own recovery, and their collaboration is vital to creating their plan to wellness.
(480) 418-0358 View (480) 418-0358
Giuliana M. Santaferra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85210
Giuliana strives to provide a safe space to explore the self, seeking insight and self-awareness, learning and developing the skills, tools, and supports to allow for engagement in a rich, meaningful, satisfying, and balanced life. She specializes in working with adults to overcome the challenges of life (past, present, & future), in order to achieve their personal goals. With over 14 years of experience in the field, Giuliana has worked in a variety of settings, addressing numerous complex issues.
Giuliana strives to provide a safe space to explore the self, seeking insight and self-awareness, learning and developing the skills, tools, and supports to allow for engagement in a rich, meaningful, satisfying, and balanced life. She specializes in working with adults to overcome the challenges of life (past, present, & future), in order to achieve their personal goals. With over 14 years of experience in the field, Giuliana has worked in a variety of settings, addressing numerous complex issues.
(928) 707-8608 View (928) 707-8608
Courtney Downing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Mesa, AZ 85204
Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients and specialize in working with children 6+, teenagers, and adults. If you are experiencing challenges adjusting to school/college, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship problems, ADHD, grief and loss, anger, self-harming, work problems, and transitioning to adulthood, I would love to help. I am LGBTQIA+ allied and a gender affirming care therapist. I believe in walking with my clients through their difficult moments, building coping skills, and promoting a healthy mental health lifestyle.
Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients and specialize in working with children 6+, teenagers, and adults. If you are experiencing challenges adjusting to school/college, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship problems, ADHD, grief and loss, anger, self-harming, work problems, and transitioning to adulthood, I would love to help. I am LGBTQIA+ allied and a gender affirming care therapist. I believe in walking with my clients through their difficult moments, building coping skills, and promoting a healthy mental health lifestyle.
(480) 482-1838 View (480) 482-1838
John Jaksich
Counselor, MA, MBA, LPC
Mesa, AZ 85205
I am currently accepting new clients. Struggling with something heavy, or maybe just a life change you're trying to figure out? Either way, you're in the right place. I've been a counselor and coach for years, and there's very little I haven't seen or can't relate to. I work with teens, adults, couples, and families on stress, anxiety, relationships, men's issues, trauma, grief, addiction, and the everyday life stuff in between. I believe everyone deserves a life with more happiness, peace, and fulfillment, and together we'll work toward yours. Whatever you're going through, you don't have to do it alone. My style is down to earth,
I am currently accepting new clients. Struggling with something heavy, or maybe just a life change you're trying to figure out? Either way, you're in the right place. I've been a counselor and coach for years, and there's very little I haven't seen or can't relate to. I work with teens, adults, couples, and families on stress, anxiety, relationships, men's issues, trauma, grief, addiction, and the everyday life stuff in between. I believe everyone deserves a life with more happiness, peace, and fulfillment, and together we'll work toward yours. Whatever you're going through, you don't have to do it alone. My style is down to earth,
(602) 317-3773 View (602) 317-3773
Sarah Rocha
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SEP
2 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85210
Waitlist for new clients
I apply a holistic approach as a pathway to increase your optimal wellbeing. This holistic approach, combined with your personal goals, creates an experience that is personal and unique to you. As your therapist, I will design a session tailored to your needs. I use Somatic Experiencing along with other forms of wellness specialties in working with those who are struggling with work/life balance, PTSD, anxiety, stress, marginalization, systems of oppression, ancestral trauma/intergenerational trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions.
I apply a holistic approach as a pathway to increase your optimal wellbeing. This holistic approach, combined with your personal goals, creates an experience that is personal and unique to you. As your therapist, I will design a session tailored to your needs. I use Somatic Experiencing along with other forms of wellness specialties in working with those who are struggling with work/life balance, PTSD, anxiety, stress, marginalization, systems of oppression, ancestral trauma/intergenerational trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions.
(480) 780-1983 View (480) 780-1983
Amber Rochelle Thompson
Counselor, MS, LPC
3 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85206
I love to work with those that have been hurt or isolated. I appreciate being able to walk along side of someone who wants to face their trauma. I work with foster families or adopted children as well. I have had experience working with the Deaf community for over a decade and knows American Sign Language and Mexican Sign Language.
I love to work with those that have been hurt or isolated. I appreciate being able to walk along side of someone who wants to face their trauma. I work with foster families or adopted children as well. I have had experience working with the Deaf community for over a decade and knows American Sign Language and Mexican Sign Language.
(480) 605-0329 View (480) 605-0329
Julia Karrys Art Clay
Counselor, MS, LAC, NCC
4 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85201
I'm a licensed therapist with a background in clinical mental health and the arts. I support individuals working through grief, trauma, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. My approach integrates psychodynamic and relational therapy with creative modalities, including art and clay work, to support deeper self-understanding and healing. You don’t need any artistic experience—just openness to the process. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you can reconnect with yourself, process what feels heavy, and move toward a more grounded and meaningful life
I'm a licensed therapist with a background in clinical mental health and the arts. I support individuals working through grief, trauma, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. My approach integrates psychodynamic and relational therapy with creative modalities, including art and clay work, to support deeper self-understanding and healing. You don’t need any artistic experience—just openness to the process. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you can reconnect with yourself, process what feels heavy, and move toward a more grounded and meaningful life
(480) 210-6940 View (480) 210-6940

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