Therapists in North Mountain, Phoenix, AZ

I enjoy working with people who want to grow, and who realize they need to change old ways and patterns that no longer serve them, but instead bring pain. In my practice, I've worked with people in all kinds of pain, and with all kinds of problems. I've helped people struggling with relationship problems, family issues, anxiety, depression, substance use and trauma. Over the 17 years that I've been counseling, I've learned that everyone needs to tell their story, to be heard, and understood. I've learned compassion, kindness, and non-judgement are all important in the healing process.

It can be a difficult choice to visit a counselor. I appreciate the work it takes to get there. Through CBT, EMDR or other methods, my goal is to help the unique individual client sitting with me find their pathway to healing. My hope for each of my clients is to create a safe environment for whatever it is you need to explore, understand and heal. I would consider it a deep honor to take your journey with you. I offer telehealth options always, and in person as needed.

Accepting New Clients. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a master’s degree in social work. I have 10+ years of experience working in various mental health settings. Therapy takes courage. Mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, post-traumatic stress and trauma can be difficult and overwhelming to face alone. I believe it is important to start where the client is and help them move in the direction they want to go. I am passionate about helping others and giving them the tools they need to experience success. My goal is to create a safe environment where clients can process, learn, heal and grow.

Navigating life, stress, and building meaningful connections can be hard. As a clinician with a unique therapeutic skill set, I strive to create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all who enter. The hardest step can be getting here, and you did it, you are here. With a passionate background and experience working with children, teens, their parents, and adults, I offer a variety of neurodiverse neurobiology attachment, neurodevelopment, play therapy, client centered, and other evidenced based techniques such as ACT, to support and strengthen an individuals self-confidence and navigation of life challenges.

Now accepting new clients. Are you feeling tired, having trouble concentrating, feel stuck in your head, and feel trapped and alone? Are you struggling to thrive in your day to day life due to a trauma you experienced in the past or recently? I can teach you tools that can help you take your life back. Asking for help with mental health can be hard, but you are not alone. I am here for you and completely understand where you are coming from. When you are struggling, and feeling low and vulnerable, you need to be able to talk to someone. You deserve help and support and I provide a safe space where you can be heard non-judgmentally.

I am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) in Arizona who is accepting new clients in person and virtually. I graduated with a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Grand Canyon University. I have had experience in the medical field since 2014 and have worked with various populations from adolescents to geriatrics.

Life happens. For some individuals there have been experiences that have changed your perspective and caused you to feel stuck, overwhelmed, even hopeless. I have experience working with children, teens, adults, families and couples. My specialty is helping clients learn to self-regulate emotions. I have extensive experience working with individuals and children who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, children that are bullied, struggle with self-esteem, live in high stress homes, are coping with a divorce or separation of parents or grief and loss.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience in various mental health settings. I am passionate about helping others learn to manage conflict in their lives. Choosing to go to therapy is a decision that takes a lot of courage and strength. Finding a therapist that you trust can be challenging.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS... Everyone deserves the opportunity to feel heard, understood and supported in order to make the changes they want in their lives. Everyone deserves to be living the life they want. I provide my clients with a variety of therapeutic techniques and tools necessary to get to the life they envision and want. My goal as a therapist is to help all clients see that they are strong, resilient, and can achieve their goals in order to start living the life they want and deserve. I look forward to working with you during your journey.

as a retired Colonel in the US Army I prefer structure. I have also recently retired as an FBI Chaplain so the spiritual side is important. I continue to teach marriage and family therapy at the university level. I am looking for clients that want to bring clarity in communication into their marriage using a family systems perspective and is willing to move from controlling to managing their relationships..

Life can be disrupted by anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, relationship issues, OCD, and trouble sleeping. Clients need new skills to deal with these issues and feel better about themselves and their ability to handle life. Their goals would be to deal with past traumas, learn coping skills to deal with anxiety and depression,learn skills to interact more effectively with others as well as getting better sleep.

Whether you have been dealing with an issue for years or if it is something that has recently surfaced, counseling can be beneficial in addressing the problem. Counseling provides a non-judgmental environment with encouragement to explore the source of the presenting problem and work towards a greater well-being. I enjoy working with adolescent teens through middle-aged individuals and couples on a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship issues, mood disorders, coping skills, and self-esteem.

You don't have to do this alone. I have 20 years of experience dealing with issues affecting young children and their caregivers. I provide psychological assessment and treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders (children and adults), parent/child relationship issues, abuse/trauma/neglect, and attachment/foster-care/adoption issues. All family members can receive assessment and treatment, regardless of age, in order to improve individual and family functioning, and the experience of joy. I also assess children in their school or daycare setting, and provide assistance with IEP/IFSP meetings. I use both relational and behavioral strategies for treatment.

Do you ever struggle with the feeling of being empty? Or maybe you feel disconnected from your emotions? Or you've hit the proverbial wall and experiencing nothing but numbness? Perhaps you feel too much, and it is impact your relationship with others. I am here to support you by providing that sounding board we all need sometimes. We will work together to help identify and manage overwhelming emotions that maybe we have tried to block out or run away from. We will figure out solutions to overcome these challenges that life has given you.

Human language is so powerful that one word can change a life, or destroy the lives of millions" This is a quote from the "Four Agreements". Language can be used to create a collaborative and engaging therapeutic experience that facilitates the development of lasting personal change. I will support you through thoughtful reflection, mindful consultation and experiential life change strategies, to identify and alleviate unresolved trauma, creating a more compassionate and empowered, lived experience.

I want to make sure that the client and I are a fit when it comes to rapport. That looks like feeling comfortable sharing content that might cause uncomfortableness due to fearing judgment. If established in the first meeting, I feel confident in working with those with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, self-harming behaviors, family conflicts, grief, and performance issues in school, sports, or career (to name a few). I believe the treatment models that I use can build their resilience to deal with past, current, and future challenges.

We are living in a very challenging time. Many of us are struggling with everyday issues and concerns of life. We attempt to manage and cope with the reality of a changing world, maintaining healthy relationships with immediate family, loved ones & friends. We are focused on positioning ourselves to meet our basic needs of food, shelter, and clothing. Combing this with the reality of being diagnosed with a Mental Health Disorder, fighting the disease of substance abuse, or attempting to confront our past traumatic childhood and adult trauma, a healthy therapeutic relationship is critical at this time for individual clients.

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.

Most of Don's clients are people who identify as Christians who are struggling with relationship issues, life transitions, or addictions while some of them may seek only spiritual guidance and practical application. They are generally seeking someone who is extremely knowledgeable, well educated, and experienced. These are generally people who are looking for someone they can trust and confide in without the fear of being judged. They usually want help navigating life in order to experience personal healing and growth without compromising their values.