Therapists in Phoenix, AZ

I believe that everyone has the power to make positive changes in their lives. Whether it be relationship issues, addictions, personal achievement, coping with loss, trauma, depression, or anxiety, I feel I can help guide you through your journey. This is done through the utilization of a variety of counseling techniques and a down to earth, reality based, direct approach to therapy. I attempt to provide a very supportive, safe, and at times, lighthearted environment in which life changes can occur.

If you're a teenager or young adult feeling lost, overwhelmed, or disconnected, I can help you. You've taken the first step and if you contact me, I can take it from there. I bring many years of lived and professional experience. It's time for you to reach your highest self and live your best life. I invite you to start your journey by contacting me today. I know therapy can sometimes be intimidating and scary, but it doesn't have to be. I promise to make it as comfortable as possible.

I view counseling as an opportunity to partner with my clients on their journey towards positive change and achievement of emotional/mental health. In my practice I enjoy working with adults individually. I specialize in trauma treatment and engage Prolonged exposure which has successfully alleviated trauma symptoms for many of my clients. I also utilize interpersonal family systems, and attachment theory in order to help clients learn more about themselves than they ever have. We will create skills and process together, to alleviate any disrupting symptoms of depression and anxiety. I am offering in person and virtual sessions.

I have a deep love for people and desire for people to know and embody their worth. I approach therapy from a belief that healing begins with the therapeutic relationship itself and I will collaborate with you to discover new levels of safety and wholeness. It would be honor to come along side you in this journey. Before counseling I worked as a theatre artist and this informs my belief that healing is a whole body, as well as a creative endeavor. I have a high regard for the sacred and the role of spirituality and will incorporate this as directed by you.

You sit on your bed – heart pounding, face flushed, muscles tensed – still seething after the fight you just had with your partner. “This is it,” you tell yourself. “I can’t take anymore.” The arguments are becoming more frequent and hostile by the day. You remember when you loved being together. You used to look on with pity and bemusement at those married couples who always seemed to be in a state of continual conflict. But now you’re one of those couples. It’s painful and embarrassing to realize how fractured this once seemingly-unbreakable bond has become. You know that something has to change, but you just do not know how.

It takes tremendous courage to seek support, through the therapeutic process you can heal from emotional wounds, cultivate healthier relationships with others and yourself. Through increased awareness into recurring patterns, exploration of present-day problems, and gaining coping skills; you can apply real-life skills to improve the overall quality of your life. You will be able to learn about the links between your thoughts, emotions and behaviors that may be contributing to distress and as a result create a healthier relationship with your mind. We will work together to get to the root of your concerns to create lasting change.

I work with individuals, couples, and families who are searching for peace for themselves and their relationships with others. My specialty is working with survivors of trauma, abuse, deprivations, and loss. I work with women's issues and offer a Women's Healing Workshop.

I enjoy working with people to reach solutions toward a more emotionally balanced and fulfilling life. It can be difficult to acknowledge that an area in your life feels overwhelming. Perhaps it is a feeling of being stuck and wanting more. I work with individuals to identify what patterns in thinking, feeling or behavior have become problematic. It is my privilege to work with clients in discovering what they really want for their life.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works mainly with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am dedicated to helping you solve your problems, develop and set specific goals, and reach your desired outcome by helping you see your strengths and work towards positive growth. Through personalized individual and/or family therapy, I help you, your child, or your family develop and achieve your goals to live a fulfilling and rewarding life.

I have been in the field of psychology and counseling for 30 years with extensive experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings. I have tailored my private practice to provide a safe atmosphere for adults to address the maladaptive behaviors and difficult emotional states that have created obstacles for them and to move to place where they feel empowered in their lives and relationships. I encourage the client to build on their strengths and to promote self-care and wellness. I use EMDR, a revolutionary trauma treatment as well as a focus on attachment, to treat the lasting effects that difficult experiences may leave.

Therapy is for everyone. Different backgrounds, different relationships, and different concerns. The decision to set up therapy is one of the bravest and, perhaps, most important decisions one can make. My primary goal as a therapist is to help my Clients feel safe and comfortable in the space in order to guide reflection and navigate change. I love to see people that want to look at themselves and the world around them to understand how to strive toward their goals. Therapy can be work and I will be there alongside you to provide perspective and encourage embracing the effort.

We serve individuals who are currently finding it difficult to manage life stressors as it relates to work, relationships, dealing with losses, school stress and/or other life challenges.

You can’t go wrong when you are doing what is right, for yourself! Life happens to everyone, and our past shapes us. Investing in and learning oneself, can help identify and uncover unhealthy patterns that have been preventing you from feeling confident and in control. I can help you overcome barriers, end generational trauma, stop unhealthy patterns, and help you regain your confidence, and find balance in your life. Judgment is not welcome here, I provide a safe and honest space to help you heal and grow.

Email for all inquiries! Congratulations on taking the first step to living your best life! The last couple years have been difficult for all of us, but especially those who were already struggling with their mental health. It has been a time for reflection and now it is time to take steps towards healing and making lifelong changes. Please allow me to assist you in discovering your strengths and recognizing your resiliency. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques each designed to help you on your unique journey of self-improvement.

“Every genuinely loving relationship is one of mutual psychotherapy.” So wrote M. Scott Peck in "The Road Less Traveled." I knew Scotty, and he included our 10-yr. correspondence in his final papers. I now teach couples how to become their OWN mutual therapists. Most of us have scars from our childhood or past relationships that deter us from opening our hearts even to those we claim to love. Many couples thus enter into a tacit agreement not to rock the relational boat. But I see relational tension as a thrust for both personal authenticity AND intimacy. A blessing, not a curse, it is the very coin of the mutual-therapeutic realm.

Ron Paterik, MA, LISAC is a therapist specializing in individual, couples, children, and adolescent counseling and maintains a private practice in Phoenix, Arizona. He also is a leadership coach and organizational consultant.

I am deeply devoted to assisting couples who are confronted with daunting obstacles, including infidelity, addiction, trauma, emotional distance, intimacy struggles, communication issues, and lost connections. Moreover, my therapeutic services focus on effectively resolving conflicts within other significant relationships like those involving parents and adult children or dear friends.

The focus of my practice is to empower and support my clients by introducing solutions to attain continued recovery from substances and co-occurring mental health issues. I will inspire, motivate, and support you from the beginning, and I promise you are not alone. I’ll be there to help guide and teach you the skills needed to grow beyond a life of addiction. I create a compassionate supportive experience and a safe space with no judgement for you to feel comfortable to open up in an environment that fosters long term health and wellness.

I am a seasoned, licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years practicing in New York and Arizona. My goals for clients are to reduce emotional distress, improve coping skills and help with relationship conflict and communication. I believe negative thinking and beliefs affect both feelings and resulting behavior. Together, we will work to challenge barriers that interfere with your goals and emotional well being.