Therapists in Phoenix, AZ

As a therapist who works with individuals, couples and families, I strive to create a safe, open space for my clients to share their story. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship - based on trust, respect, and authenticity - is vital to the healing process. In addition, I believe that everyone's story is uniquely important and that the journey towards healing begins with one's story being heard and understood. I consider it an honor and a privilege to walk with my clients as they take steps toward freedom from current and past wounds.

I am an EMDR therapist who works to find the root causes for client’s symptoms. My goal is to help the client discover the root of what’s causing distress and work to heal the root and not just treat the symptoms. I approach treatment through a trauma-informed lens which means I pay particular attention to adverse experiences throughout one's life and how those experiences and the beliefs one has about that value and identity.

Marissa is an advocate and mental health professional who enjoys supporting and uplifting individuals and families and encouraging unimaginable growth in clients. Marissa is honest, self-effacing, and determined to see success through her treatments. She enjoys working with diverse populations while providing tele health or in person care.

Donn Yeager is a Substance Abuse Counselor that has been in the industry since 2012. His experience includes having been a Residential Therapist at Calvary Addiction Recovery Center, later was the Clinical Director at Recovery in the Pines in Prescott, AZ and currently working at St. Luke's Behavioral Health Hospital. Donn has a passion for serving others and finds satisfaction in finding individuals troubled with addiction become productive citizens that further leads to the family's healing.

After 30 years of experience doing therapy in the US and other countries, I have several tools in my toolbox. I use a variety of approaches and techniques such as hypnosis, cognitive therapy, PACT, emotionally focused therapy, mindfulness, among others. I have been very interested in how to help couples to have better relationships: how their past affect their relationship and how they can let go of their past and create the life, and relationship they want for themselves.

I am passionate about helping individuals work through difficult life transitions and overcoming challenging pasts. My goal is to empower clients through the development of skills to improve emotional regulation, interpersonal relationships, and life satisfaction. I provide psychotherapy focused on unresolved core issues that lead to difficulties with one's self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. Using a combination of EMDR Psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness I help teens and adults explore their internal experiences and find emotional healing and stability.

I specialize in providing mental health support to individuals from all walks of life. My clinical areas of interests include but are not limited to post traumatic growth, social determinants, anxiety, child welfare, family dynamics, depression, social emotional development, chemical addiction, grief, performance psychology, and transgenerational oppression.

Have you ever looked around the room and thought, “I do not belong here”, “I am not good enough”, or “I do not know how to get through this”? Perhaps these thoughts come up in your work, relationships, parenting, or everyday life situations. Maybe growing up in an immigrant family or being an immigrant yourself, you were pushed to be better, do better, or do more while feeling the weight of your family, culture and society. Sometimes those expectations could even feel conflicting. Despite life lessons and resiliency that shaped your life, you may feel like something is still missing or some of those thoughts continue bothering you.

Have you ever experienced a difficulty that left you feeling isolated? Or a relationship that just didn’t make sense? These are all parts of being human but can leave us feeling unsettled, disconnected, confused, and hurt. I genuinely enjoy connecting with people, hearing their stories, and helping them through the hard times. Above all else, I find it important to create a safe space for my clients to feel secure enough to speak openly and show the more vulnerable parts of themselves. I do this by creating an environment of trust based on direct and authentic communication.

Hello! I’m Erik, a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor with 20+ years of experience treating not only substance use issues, but also a wide range of mental health concerns, such as depression and anxiety. I have spent the majority of my career treating adolescents, individual adults, and families for local non-profit organizations. I specialize in working with those who may be experiencing family and relational conflicts. I am a dad of two teenagers who have taught me much about the practical application of parenting and relationships!

Diana believes in a holistic, mind, body, spirit, model of therapy. My practice focuses on therapy for adults and couples. Diana is a bilingual Spanish/English counselor. Holistic counselors look at a client’s presenting symptoms and issues and evaluate how the physical body is involved and affected with the goal of facilitating a sense of mental and physical well-being. Assisting individuals to learn self-understanding and awareness.

Are you seeking a compassionate, experienced, and authentic psychologist to join you in your journey towards mental wellness and self-discovery? Are you looking for someone who doesn't fit the stereotypical mold of "psychologist"? Are you seeking a psychologist who is affirming and understanding of what it is like to be queer, polyamorous, kinky, neurodivergent, and/or alternative? When meeting with a new therapist, do you feel as though you spend way too much time educating them rather than on your actual concerns? Well look no further!

Hi there! Welcome! I am a licensed associate counselor & am so glad you are here. Have you not been feeling your best? Do you want to live the amazing life you deserve? Call me today & let's chat about how I may help. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with a variety of challenges such as stress, depression, anger, & anxiety. I also work with couples who are experiencing relationship challenges. I welcome ALL faiths, beliefs, and backgrounds. I can also provide Biblically based counseling upon request. I provide counseling via telemedicine & in-person for adults ages 18+.

I am focused on helping individuals thrive in spite of circumstance. Similar to the way in which a wildflower blooms through cement, I believe that people can grow and flourish throughout unfavorable situations. My approach focuses on authenticity, transparency, and helping people to discover their own truths. I consider the unique needs of each individual and what growth means to them. I help others to root themselves by discovering their strengths and using them to overcome adversity. My main goal is helping others to feel that they are truly living rather than only existing.

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.

Dr. DiFabio is a licensed clinical psychologist and owner of Merit Psychology Group, A Professional Psychology Corporation. She believes that a comprehensive assessment of clients guides treatment and sets them on the right path to success in their lives. Dr. DiFabio conducts psychological assessments. Services include assessment of personality, ADHD, ASD, learning disorders, and cognitive issues in children, teens and adults. Dr. DiFabio also provides second opinions related to previous diagnoses. And, Dr. DiFabio performs forensic assessment with medico-legal questions (ex. Competency, VAWA).

I believe everyone can benefit from talking with someone who understands what they are going through when life gets challenging. One that deeply values being present and empathic, yet also offers practical tools known to help empower you to take back your life. I’ve spent over a decade working with individuals that have struggled with depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma, implementing best practices such as Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.

With over 20 years of experience in the counseling field, Cynthia A. Criss, LPC, Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist, founded a private practice, Open Hearts, Open Minds Counseling Services specializing in the treatment of addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma and intimacy disorders. Treatment of intimacy disorders may include a focus on sexual compulsivity, infidelity and relational trauma. Cynthia helps persons to create healthy and intimate relationships. She provides individual, group, couples and family therapy in the treatment of addiction (sexual compulsive behavior, drugs, alcohol), depression, anxiety, and trauma.

I work with clients throughout the course of the life span. I have skills for working with both youth and adults. I have been working in the helping professions since 2003. And a licensed provider from 2011. I personalized the treatment to each client and each need. I offer both long term and short term treatment options: EMDR, ACT, DBT, TF-CBT, CBT, Hypnotherapy, Play Therapy, SandTray Therapy, and Solution Focused Interviewing.