Therapists in Paradise Valley, Phoenix, AZ

“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” –Aristotle I have been in your shoes. I know what it is like to reach out for help. It can be both scary and exciting, and above all it is brave. I want to support you on your journey. I believe we are all constantly learning, moving and growing in our personal and professional lives. Therapy is a journey of self-exploration. It is both what happens in and outside of the therapy room. I have worked in the mental health field (as a coach, counselor or art therapist) since 2011. My practice is grounded in my values. I value connection. I value compassion. I value creativity.

Multiple providers accepting new clients! Life can get complicated and stressful, and we are here to help. If you are suffering with mood instability, past traumas, substance use, emotional dysregulation, or relationship issues, you don't have to suffer alone.

My experience spans more than 20 years, working predominantly in independent private schools, meeting with individuals, developing and implementing social-emotional learning curricula, collaborating with various psychologists and psychiatrists to support students, creating parent presentations on child development, social dynamics, parent-child communication, and running leadership, social, and divorce groups. I use humor and improv to lower defenses, teach social cues, practice interpersonal skills, and approach difficult topics in a playful yet direct way.

Hi! I'm so glad you're here. With over 5 years of professional experience working with kids and young adults in different therapeutic and educational settings, I have found a true passion in taking a trauma-focused and person-centered approach with my clients. With my trainings in EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT and DBT, I work primarily with those aged 14-25, struggling with anxiety, low self esteem, family discord, trauma processing and PTSD. My role as your therapist is to provide support, listen, reflect and fill your tool belt with techniques and coping skills that will assist in healing your past, present or future self.

My name is Sara Spivey, and I am here to help anyone who wants to heal. I am a licensed associate counselor with a Masters Degree in Human Services specializing in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. I have been given the opportunity to work with varying client populations including but have found my niche working with those who struggle from anxiety, depression, low self worth, and self compassion.

Some of the problems I have helped my clients with: depression, anxiety, relationship problems, isolation, trauma, addiction, anger management, and relational conflicts. I will help you learn to: •Think more clearly about the problems you are faced with, gaining heightened clarity about your life's goals and purpose •Find greater calmness through relaxation strategies and meditation. •Communicate in a more effective way. •Live more fully with passion and feeling. Many of my clients are looking for emotional support and greater direction in life.

This is not a "simple thing," finding someone you can connect with to help in your journey can change your life. I know that sentence can be both terrifying and hopeful and I welcome all those parts. I show up with compassion, challenge, warmth, and honesty. Helping you show up to yourself and others is an important part of growth and connection, and we all need it. I offer a holistic approach to therapy, which takes into consideration body, mind/soul, and spirit. I am also trained in Internal Family Systems, an integrative model of realigning ourselves in wholeness.

You’ve tried so many things to stop worrying but nothing seems to help. All the thoughts about work, school, and other things just pile up and feel too overwhelming to deal with. You try to avoid how you feel by spending countless hours in front of screens. When you come back to reality, it feels like the weight of the world instantly jumps back on your shoulders. You’re tired of feeling this way. You’re tired of overthinking.

If you would like to make some changes to your current situation, I would be honored to meet with you to help you identify ways to achieve a future you desire. Given all that you have experienced in your life, what would you like to see next? Let's build a vision of the future that is the best fit for you. In sessions, we will work together to find hope & inspiration. We will consider the strategies you have used in the past to survive earlier challenges & see how those skills might be useful in creating your desired future.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Associate Marriage Therapist (LAMFT), I help my clients identify triggers affecting their happiness and life satisfaction. I help clients reduce their mental health symptoms like depression, anxiety, insomnia, mood swings, attention deficits, and maladaptive personality habits. I specialize in Couples and Relationship Therapy. I am passionate about helping my clients create a secure and satisfying connection with their loved ones. Together with my clients, we identify their strengths, implement coping skills, and increase awareness to overcome their present life challenges.

YOU deserve the best! Couple crisis (infidelity, infertility, sexual, traditional or non-traditional, conflict, deciding-stay or go, parenting strategies)? As an expert in relational health, I provide a safe space to receive the help you deserve. Divorced? Struggling to be the best version of you? Men's issues? Women's issues? Stress related body ailments? Mind-body connection is real. Adult or Youth Anxiety? Trauma? Grief/Loss? Stuck? Hello, I'm Dr. Karen & I get it! I'm a nationally renowned experienced mental health leader accepting new clients (all ages), individual, couple, family -immediate openings for ANY challenge-Bring it!

Feeling worried much of the time, having panic attacks, and feeling so overwhelmed by your thoughts can be exhausting. My clients often find themselves in this loop of having debilitating thoughts, needing to get rid of them, keeping track of what triggers anxiety so they can avoid it, and yet the worry seems to grow even stronger. And eventually, they are beyond frustrated that these worries seem to be taking over their life. Sometimes, the thoughts are about contamination or fear of harming a loved one, needing to be perfect, or being judged and rejected. Whatever it is, the fears interfere with what's most important to them.

Supporting clients to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. The goal is to develop an environment where you feel comfortable to share and be transparent in order to focus on your personal growth. I believe that every individual has the capacity for personal growth and the personal strengths to bring about change in their lives. My hope is to create a space where you can pause, reflect and create that change.

Hello! I'm Racheal Turner. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor at Turning Point Counseling. As a therapist, my passion is to support people who want to find more acceptance, wholeness, and aliveness in all of who they are. I have a passion for working with individuals and couples on a wide variety of issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, codependency, self- esteem, grief and abuse. I bring my whole heart and authentic self to therapy and draw from several different schools of practice which all center around building a healthy therapeutic relationship.

Are you interested in learning why you are feeling so down? Are you looking for a therapist with a trauma-informed approach to help you process current and past struggles? Are you tired of dealing with things on your own? If so, I am here to help. I strive to help my clients achieve more understanding and insight, more compassion towards themselves, and more tools to deal with difficult times. My clients often report an improvement in mood, reduction of symptoms such as decreased anxiety/depression, better understanding and management of triggers and a greater awareness and appreciation of themselves.

I use a secure form of teletherapy that allows me to accept clients from outside of the Phoenix area and also in the State of Florida! 911--ARE YOU OR YOUR CHILD IN TROUBLE? Most likely your teen/young adult is trying to balance many different things at once, such as school, friendships, temptations, peer pressure, following the rules at home. You may begin to see changes in their behavior and attitude and emotions If you are experiencing problems with your teen or young adult, I can offer creative and positive solutions. I have worked with teens families and individuals for over 37 years. am incredibly passionate about my work.