Therapists in Mesa, AZ

In therapy we learn to address problems we've been avoiding because they cause us pain or discomfort. For many, avoiding problems has become a problem in itself. You may experience issues with personal productivity, mood, traumatic memories, substance use, or social anxiety. These concerns can be distressing, but they are all manageable with the right skills. A great therapist, Carl Rogers, said “The curious paradox is that when I accept myself, just as I am, then I can change.” Therapy can help you learn skills to get this process of self-acceptance and positive change started.

As humans, we strive to feel safe, heard, and understood. Without these three components, we may be left feeling lost, broken, or insufficient as an individual. In session, I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic environment to explore the obstacles that are keeping you from living a more meaningful life. I’m trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR).

I am an EMDR-trained therapist. My ideal client wants to make changes and has clear goals for the future. I am here to come alongside you, identify and overcome barriers, and strengthen assets. I help clients to find practical solutions. Whether they are going through a transition period or feeling stuck in the same old destructive patterns, I am committed to helping my clients find their strength and inner calm while providing practical, hands-on coping skills. Let's work together on increasing emotional resilience, healing trauma, building connection, processing grief, and promoting overall health and well-being.

Clients seek counseling for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, our goals and behaviors are out of balance, our relationships feel contentious, emotions feel overwhelming or we are struggling to find direction. These are just a few common concerns.

Are your children displaying challenges with emotions, relating to others or adjusting to a school environment? Difficulty regulating emotions and impulsive behaviors can negatively affect the way we interact with others, causing difficulties in building those relationships we need to thrive. I primarily work with children and teens with an emphasis on Autism, development delays, ADHD and anxiety and the impact on daily functioning and fully enjoying life. I have seen how trauma negatively affects normal childhood development and have been trained in EMDR for children to help free them from a burden and pain they don’t understand.

Are you struggling with anxious or depressed thoughts and feelings? Did you know there are tools that "rewire" your anxious/depressed brain and body? I utilize evidence-based therapies that can give you freedom from anxiety and depression and to enjoy life again! If you would like to schedule an appointment, please email me at marisa.marvin@glasshousecounseling.com.

Maybe you’ve tried counseling in the past and it helped, but just didn’t stick. Or you have a shelf of self-help books and have made some progress but feel stuck. You tell yourself you should be better by now. Or you beat yourself up for not using the tools and skills you've learned and feel like a failure when your self awareness doesn’t help you make healthier decisions. Are the things that happened in your past and your negative beliefs about yourself holding you back? We can help.

Have you ever spent sleepless nights lying in bed wondering… What is wrong with me? Why do I feel this way? Why am I like this? Have you ever tried to talk yourself out of the emotional responses that you have and get so frustrated when they don't subside? Have you ever felt like no matter what you just aren't enough or good enough for anybody…or even yourself? You feel like everything is your fault. You feel abandoned or fear being abandoned. You feel like you're too much for anybody. You feel lost and don't know if you will ever find your purpose or even yourself. You want to break free from this unhealthy cycle of suffering.

Have you ever wondered why you keep getting stuck in the same patterns and can't avoid getting hurt? Sometimes our good intentions don't pan out the way we intended. Whether those patterns include relationships with the "wrong" behavior, person, or thing, you are at a place to finally seek out those answers. Sometimes we know what we need to do, but don't understand why. Finding the closure we need is especially important in recovery to help us live our most authentic, true selves. You are not alone in this feeling and there are many reasons why we get stuck in these cycles.

Life can be hard. People you love have hurt you. Your past has created challenges in your present. A betrayal occurs, shaking you to your core. You are in disbelief this is your life all the while feeling grief, uncertainty, hurt, chaos, out of control, racing but paralyzed. I have been there. I understand these emotions and the power they have over your life. I know you want your life back but are faced with something different and unfamiliar, adding fear to the mix of your emotions. You need a safe space to work through the complexity of your unique experience. I can help.

Wellness comes from balance in all the areas of our lives: emotional, physical, social, and spiritual. Often things come up that tip the scales beyond what we can handle on our own. In counseling we work together to help you find that balance again, develop skills where needed, and move you into a healthier place. With a strong background in biology the approach to counseling is very solution focused and takes into account the natural tendencies and responses that may work against wellbeing. I work with couples and individuals looking at issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, and ADHD.

I believe that we all have the ability to heal and reach our goals. My ultimate objective is to provide my clients with the tools to gain greater self-awareness and empower them to transform their life. My background includes working with children (ages 10+), adolescents, young adults, and families. If you and/or your child have experienced trauma or adversity, we can work together to find new ways to manage stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, behavioral concerns, or difficulties in relationships.

As a licensed clinical social worker/therapist, I work with couples, individuals and families dealing with everyday life challenges to the most challenging trauma. Whether you are seeking solutions for marital conflict, parent/child repair, or to heal from trauma, including depression and anxiety, I seek to provide a safe and connecting environment. Together we will explore the steps needed to help you find solutions for your life.

No afternoon or evening appointments available at this time (8/24/23). I work with young children ages 3 and older utIizing Adlerian Play therapy, art and sand therapy. I also work with adolescent and adults. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 18 years of experience working with children, young adults, adults and families. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anger management, ADHD, anxiety, abuse and trauma, adoption and attachment, parenting struggles, and grief and loss.

Healing is a journey that transcends into the deepest part of a soul. Are you wanting to feel connected to yourself or others on a deeper level?

Hello beautiful soul! I am so excited at the thought of being a part of your journey! I know that life can get overwhelming and complicated at times. Perhaps you feel stuck, weighed down, buried, or even like you’re drowning. I can absolutely relate to that. I’ve found that the best way to work through my pain is through the loving guidance and connection with someone able to help me view things from a different perspective. Most likely, your nervous system has been on overdrive for quite some time. Perhaps you find yourself repeating patterns or cycles, and just need a little assistance to move into a healthier state of being.

I believe that people have the innate power to positively change the course of their lives with a supportive environment. When you are in a challenging situation, you naturally feel ambivalence about change since it requires letting go of the familiar for something unknown. If you're looking for extra support and guidance to get through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you.

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

I specialize in women's betrayal trauma & anxiety. I help people move through the pain of betrayal & anxiety toward self-trust & healthy connection. Betrayal often involves incredible loss, trauma & abuse. Healing may require you to connect to your choices & wisdom. Maybe we'll explore the possibility of balanced relationship repair. Or maybe, you'll discover new parts of you. I offer breathwork, bodywork, mindwork, groupwork, and other strengths-based tools to support you as you rebuild your sense of self. The experience of betrayal is harmful in many ways and we often don't know what to do with that kind of pain and uncertainty.