Therapists in Phoenix, AZ

I can work with you as an ally during the most difficult phases of your life. You set the goals for change, and I will help guide you to reach them. I also have a great understanding of the dynamics of a healthy relationship and can also offer great insight to clients who struggle with relationship issues. As an Emotional Intelligence Life Coach, I can help you to master your emotions, reduce your stress, and develop emotional intelligence.

As a therapist, I strive to help other individuals, especially women to overcome pain, suffering, trauma, attachment wounds, and whom struggle to set boundaries and putting themselves first. Your deepest fears may be abandonment or that you may be unlovable. You may be in a stage of life where you are lost and unsure how to move forward. You imagine a life where you can live each day with gratitude, love, are the best version of yourself, and have healthy relationships within your life. My role as your therapist is to help my client's process life experiences in a nonjudgemental, compassionate, and safe environment.

I work with individuals and couples who want to actively create the lives or relationships they desire. By helping clients identify the blocks keeping them stuck, they are free to explore and experiment with more creative and effective ways of living. Group counseling can be especially helpful increasing self-awareness, creating support and experiencing validation.

My areas of focus are relationships, sexuality, and spirituality. I help clients (individuals and couples) integrate these areas of their life. My practice includes helping clients to prepare to take the next steps in their relationships as well as supporting those looking to revitalize their partnership or marriage. Where appropriate I support clients with reconciling their faith and sexuality; to find freedom from sexual and relational brokenness; and/or to address struggles with unwanted or out-of-control sexual behavior. I also work with those who have experienced "church hurt" in faith and/or spiritual communities.

If you’re trying to figure out ways to deal with the increased anxiety and/or depression related to the changes you are facing at this time there is therapeutic support available to you. Often times we experience transitions in life and need help through it; help is just a click or phone call away. You want to feel better and perhaps need skills to assist you as well as a therapist who truly care’s about you and your goals. If you are a parent experiencing challenges with your teen’s behavior and would like to improve your relationship through therapy; I can support you and your teen’s goals. Reach out today for a free consultation.

Most of my work involves working with depression, anxiety, trauma, losses, and life adaptations with adolescents and adults. I have a strong experience working cross-culturally and including the family in the therapy if necessary. My approach is Existential-Humanistic with a strong Psychodynamic base. I may use cognitive therapy, and other techniques such as EMDR or IFS when necessary. My purpose is to help patients achieve harmony between emotional, intellectual, and physical aspects of your life. Treatment aim at maintaining a careful balance of identifying and addressing problems while also emphasizing existing strengths.

Every individual has the strength and wisdom to heal and overcome their challenges. Lauren leads with active listening, humor, and authenticity to build healthy therapeutic relationships. Lauren's compassion, kindness, and empathy help establish the foundation upon which growth is built. Drawing from multiple methods, Lauren focuses on empowering each Client to build confidence and a better understanding of themselves.

If you are haunted by past trauma that doesn’t seem to get better with time, I am able to help you find relief. If your relationship has hit an all-time low, and you don't know if you can take it much longer, I can give you the tools to work through conflict and reclaim the love you have for one another. If having affairs or watching porn has gotten out of control for you or someone you love, together we can move toward healing for both you and your partner. If you’ve been disillusioned by religion and need to find a safe place to heal from spiritual abuse, I can walk with you as you find the kind of spirituality that works for you.

Accepting NEW clients! Are tired of feeling overwhelmed by life? Do you feel like you can’t manage stress? Or are you ready to work on the past to help your future? I am passionate about helping people find their inner strength to heal. I like to think of myself as a guide to help you create the life you want, but you are in the drivers seat. I would like to work with you in creating a plan together to help you reach your goals. In creating this plan, I like to understand you and your concerns in great depth, while discovering your particular strengths/personal resources.

In my practice, I provide the necessary emotional environment that is conducive to healing and use the most advanced proven therapeutic tools for my clients. I believe that any adverse life event can overwhelm the normal adaptive capacity of any person at any age. Untreated, it can lead to the development of dysfunctional behaviors, feelings, and thoughts, such as depression, anxiety, obsession, negative self-talk, low self esteem, procrastination, PTSD, anger & relationship issues, among others. I also believe that everyone has the innate healing capacity to overcome these issues with the help of an experienced professional.

Clients that are experiencing PTSD, anxiety, or depression could benefit from learning new coping skills and processing their trauma. Some examples of goals that previous clients have made are: decrease in symptoms, increase in self-awareness, and learning to enjoy life.

Being happy is essential in life. We are happy when we believe in ourselves, when we exude confidence, when we have a sense of belonging and when we have a sense of purpose. Depression, anxiety, disconnection and low self esteem interrupt the ability to overcome obstacles to happiness. You are not alone, many people suffer in silence. When a person is supported with compassion and empathy being able to talk in a safe place, such as psychotherapy, the person can then begin to feel heard. They can learn how-to manage symptoms of depression and anxiety to etch out a life with acceptance, joy and love. Accepting new patients.

I work with CHILDREN,TEENS, FAMILIES, ADULTS to create change in these areas: depression, anxiety, unhealthy- behaviors, self-esteem, ,anger, motivation in school, and more. I am passionate about my work. I love working with: adults, adolescents, couples,and families .I am able to connect with tots to teens to adults. Kids quickly feel safe and comfortable and parents feel encouraged with great results. I work with ADULTS: to effectively alleviate depressive and anxious moods, and learn to cope with grief, loss, and difficult and painful life situations. I work teaching skills to manage stress, create health and happiness in your life.

Welcome! Accepting New Clients! I specialize in working with Gay Men and LGBTQ+ Adults. I also specialize in anxiety, worry and panic. If you have been looking for an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist who understands the issues unique to our community, please feel free to reach out. Over the years I have had great rapport with my LGBTQ+ clients.

Most folks are actually able to come to terms with life on their own. Accelerate this process by engaging a professional counselor and confidant. Seasoned, exceptionally well-trained psychotherapist providing guidance to move through stuck points, accept, resolve, and move forward. I am a graduate of Columbia University MSSW and New York University Ph.D.

Sheila Huff - Therapist with Immediate Availability! Sheila Huff is an amazing Licensed Associate Counselor who has a way with helping clients through the most difficult of life’s stressors. She had experience working with adults. She obtained her Master of Science in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. It is her passion to help others reach their full potential in life through evidence-based treatment. She has a gentle demeanor and clients often feel comfortable opening up to her, which makes for a positive therapeutic experience.