Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
Are you experiencing intense emotions, constantly worried, or too overwhelmed or numb to feel anything? If you are looking for someone who can break down the therapy process and help you understand the "why" behind symptoms and treatments, I am happy to help! My sessions start by building a relationship at a pace that feels safe to you, as you cannot heal if there is not some level of connection. We then build your toolbox of skills that help you manage your day-to-day symptoms. Once we are confident you are ready, we work on the deeper trauma that may be the source of your distress.
Are you experiencing intense emotions, constantly worried, or too overwhelmed or numb to feel anything? If you are looking for someone who can break down the therapy process and help you understand the "why" behind symptoms and treatments, I am happy to help! My sessions start by building a relationship at a pace that feels safe to you, as you cannot heal if there is not some level of connection. We then build your toolbox of skills that help you manage your day-to-day symptoms. Once we are confident you are ready, we work on the deeper trauma that may be the source of your distress.
My years of academic and professional experience have allowed me to effectively work with a diverse client population of all ages, cultural backgrounds, and behavioral/mental health issues, especially those experiencing difficult life circumstances. I strive to help clients navigate situations related to burnout, existential crises, mindfulness, self-care, distress intolerance, interpersonal conflicts, and life transitions.
My years of academic and professional experience have allowed me to effectively work with a diverse client population of all ages, cultural backgrounds, and behavioral/mental health issues, especially those experiencing difficult life circumstances. I strive to help clients navigate situations related to burnout, existential crises, mindfulness, self-care, distress intolerance, interpersonal conflicts, and life transitions.
Welcome to Empower Mental Health. Our guiding principal is to empower our clients to thrive well past the time when counseling is concluded. From the first session we focus on working ourselves out of a job. A focus we take pride in is working with veterans and their families. We accept insurances to include Optum/United, Aetna, Cigna, BCBS, Medicare and Triwest. We are available for both in-person and telehealth sessions. Services can be scheduled outside of business hours including mornings, nights, and weekends. Please take a look at our website: https://empowermh.co
Welcome to Empower Mental Health. Our guiding principal is to empower our clients to thrive well past the time when counseling is concluded. From the first session we focus on working ourselves out of a job. A focus we take pride in is working with veterans and their families. We accept insurances to include Optum/United, Aetna, Cigna, BCBS, Medicare and Triwest. We are available for both in-person and telehealth sessions. Services can be scheduled outside of business hours including mornings, nights, and weekends. Please take a look at our website: https://empowermh.co
I am an LGBTQ+ affirming clinician. I’m very proud of you for taking the first step of your healing journey! My approach is supportive and collaborative, using a trauma informed and strength based perspective in hopes of creating a safe environment that allows you to be transparent and work towards restoration. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, grief and other trauma related issues. Together we will navigate difficulties, challenges and transitions in order to help you live a more whole life.
I am an LGBTQ+ affirming clinician. I’m very proud of you for taking the first step of your healing journey! My approach is supportive and collaborative, using a trauma informed and strength based perspective in hopes of creating a safe environment that allows you to be transparent and work towards restoration. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, grief and other trauma related issues. Together we will navigate difficulties, challenges and transitions in order to help you live a more whole life.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, and emotional overwhelm. Many of my clients feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space to process experiences, build insight, and develop practical tools. Through a collaborative and personalized approach, I help clients better understand patterns, strengthen coping skills, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, and emotional overwhelm. Many of my clients feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space to process experiences, build insight, and develop practical tools. Through a collaborative and personalized approach, I help clients better understand patterns, strengthen coping skills, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
Welcome! I'm Judith, and I’m here to guide you through a holistic therapeutic journey designed to help you discover your inner strength, break through barriers, and achieve meaningful personal growth. I believe that lasting change happens when we address the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. My approach integrates a variety of therapeutic modalities, including CBT, mindfulness, and insight-oriented processes, to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your challenges, heal from past trauma, and develop new ways of thinking, feeling, and being.
Welcome! I'm Judith, and I’m here to guide you through a holistic therapeutic journey designed to help you discover your inner strength, break through barriers, and achieve meaningful personal growth. I believe that lasting change happens when we address the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. My approach integrates a variety of therapeutic modalities, including CBT, mindfulness, and insight-oriented processes, to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your challenges, heal from past trauma, and develop new ways of thinking, feeling, and being.
I use evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT, ACT, IFS, and ERP, tailoring therapy to your unique needs and experiences.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed by everything going on in your life right now? You may be struggling with anxiety or depression that feels difficult to manage. Perhaps you’ve experienced something traumatic and find it hard to move forward, or maybe you simply feel like you’ve lost touch with the person you used to be. If you’re hoping to feel more like yourself again, you’re not alone. I’m really glad you’re here, and I would be honored to support you as you begin your healing journey.
I use evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT, ACT, IFS, and ERP, tailoring therapy to your unique needs and experiences.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed by everything going on in your life right now? You may be struggling with anxiety or depression that feels difficult to manage. Perhaps you’ve experienced something traumatic and find it hard to move forward, or maybe you simply feel like you’ve lost touch with the person you used to be. If you’re hoping to feel more like yourself again, you’re not alone. I’m really glad you’re here, and I would be honored to support you as you begin your healing journey.
I incorporate skills from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Committment Therapy ( ACT).
Are you feeling lost, struggling in your relationships, and find yourself overthinking everything in your life? Maybe you are a former "gifted kid" who is now feeling burnt out. Maybe you grew up feeling like you couldn't have a voice, constantly walking on eggshells, and now you are realizing those old behaviors no longer serve you. Maybe you are trying to find your identity and are unsure where to start. If your goals are to work on processing past hurt or traumas, challenge anxieties and perfectionism, and learn how to have healthier relationships, I may be able to help!
I incorporate skills from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Committment Therapy ( ACT).
Are you feeling lost, struggling in your relationships, and find yourself overthinking everything in your life? Maybe you are a former "gifted kid" who is now feeling burnt out. Maybe you grew up feeling like you couldn't have a voice, constantly walking on eggshells, and now you are realizing those old behaviors no longer serve you. Maybe you are trying to find your identity and are unsure where to start. If your goals are to work on processing past hurt or traumas, challenge anxieties and perfectionism, and learn how to have healthier relationships, I may be able to help!
As an autistic person herself, Melissa is passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals and operates from a neuroaffirmative lens. Melissa prioritizes collaboration in the therapeutic process, believing that each person is the expert of their life–every person is different, with a unique set of lived experiences, identities, and perspectives, so she believes that treatment should be unique to each person, too. Treatment involves community and self-advocacy, incorporating intersectional cultural identities, supporting clients’ personal treatment goals, fostering self-compassion, and building community support.
As an autistic person herself, Melissa is passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals and operates from a neuroaffirmative lens. Melissa prioritizes collaboration in the therapeutic process, believing that each person is the expert of their life–every person is different, with a unique set of lived experiences, identities, and perspectives, so she believes that treatment should be unique to each person, too. Treatment involves community and self-advocacy, incorporating intersectional cultural identities, supporting clients’ personal treatment goals, fostering self-compassion, and building community support.
Falaya DeSilva is a dual-licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I've worked to assist individuals in gaining a better understanding of themselves while addressing challenges that may keep them from moving forward. My professional experiences have given me a unique insight into providing an eclectic, holistic approach. I believe therapy is most effective when it is client driven. I am passionate about supporting a person's mission to heal and grow, and I am committed to facilitating services in the most organic way possible. I utilize Psychodynamics, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Mindfulness
Falaya DeSilva is a dual-licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I've worked to assist individuals in gaining a better understanding of themselves while addressing challenges that may keep them from moving forward. My professional experiences have given me a unique insight into providing an eclectic, holistic approach. I believe therapy is most effective when it is client driven. I am passionate about supporting a person's mission to heal and grow, and I am committed to facilitating services in the most organic way possible. I utilize Psychodynamics, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Mindfulness
Their goal is to find relief, clarity, and self- acceptance while building tools to navigate life in a way that feels authentic and sustainable.
At Brazen Therapy, we offer identity-affirming, neurodivergent-friendly, and trauma-informed care. Using CBT, DBT, ACT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and EFT, we help clients build coping skills, process emotions, and foster self-compassion. Our approach is tailored to your unique needs, providing a safe space to heal and grow.
Their goal is to find relief, clarity, and self- acceptance while building tools to navigate life in a way that feels authentic and sustainable.
At Brazen Therapy, we offer identity-affirming, neurodivergent-friendly, and trauma-informed care. Using CBT, DBT, ACT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and EFT, we help clients build coping skills, process emotions, and foster self-compassion. Our approach is tailored to your unique needs, providing a safe space to heal and grow.
It is my belief that counseling is one of the most overlooked and underutilized tools to finding healing from life and gaining a clearer picture of our true selves. Having personally experienced loss and tragedy to get here, I have been blessed first-hand through how trained professionals can help each of us find our ways past such obstacles and into emotional clarity and improved mental health. Additionally, I have worked for years as a pediatric speech therapist, specializing in helping children with disabilities and different abilities to master the skills necessary to succeed. I have served for many years as a Christian-
It is my belief that counseling is one of the most overlooked and underutilized tools to finding healing from life and gaining a clearer picture of our true selves. Having personally experienced loss and tragedy to get here, I have been blessed first-hand through how trained professionals can help each of us find our ways past such obstacles and into emotional clarity and improved mental health. Additionally, I have worked for years as a pediatric speech therapist, specializing in helping children with disabilities and different abilities to master the skills necessary to succeed. I have served for many years as a Christian-
I offer Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), EMDR, ACT, and ERP in a secular, trauma-informed space.
Are you deconstructing your faith and feeling overwhelmed by shame, anxiety, or grief? Do you carry the weight of religious trauma, spiritual abuse, or fear-based teachings that still impact your daily life? You're not alone—and you don’t have to heal alone.
I offer Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), EMDR, ACT, and ERP in a secular, trauma-informed space.
Are you deconstructing your faith and feeling overwhelmed by shame, anxiety, or grief? Do you carry the weight of religious trauma, spiritual abuse, or fear-based teachings that still impact your daily life? You're not alone—and you don’t have to heal alone.
Are you seeking relief from anxiety, depression, negative thoughts, unhealthy relationships, or dysfunctional patterns in your life? I can help you find clarity, insight, and motivation to make positive growth and changes in your life. I am committed to working collaboratively with you to achieve the peace and healing you seek through competent and professional therapy services. I place great emphasis on building a therapeutic alliance and helping my clients feel understood and safe by providing a warm and non-judgmental environment.
Are you seeking relief from anxiety, depression, negative thoughts, unhealthy relationships, or dysfunctional patterns in your life? I can help you find clarity, insight, and motivation to make positive growth and changes in your life. I am committed to working collaboratively with you to achieve the peace and healing you seek through competent and professional therapy services. I place great emphasis on building a therapeutic alliance and helping my clients feel understood and safe by providing a warm and non-judgmental environment.
Our daily lives can make us feel overwhelmed, stressed, frustrated, or that we are simply ‘going through the motions.’ Life can be messy, and sometimes we need a little extra support to keep going. I try to offer a space through counseling that is warm, comforting, safe, collaborative, and free of judgement. In person or online, we can work together to create new goals, understand your feelings and yourself more, and work towards feeling more in control. I am located in-person in the Uptown Biltmore Phoenix area.
I believe that kindness, empathy, learning, and compassion help to make sense of the world and create a better place.
Our daily lives can make us feel overwhelmed, stressed, frustrated, or that we are simply ‘going through the motions.’ Life can be messy, and sometimes we need a little extra support to keep going. I try to offer a space through counseling that is warm, comforting, safe, collaborative, and free of judgement. In person or online, we can work together to create new goals, understand your feelings and yourself more, and work towards feeling more in control. I am located in-person in the Uptown Biltmore Phoenix area.
I believe that kindness, empathy, learning, and compassion help to make sense of the world and create a better place.
Hobbs is EMDR trained, experienced in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with a focus on radical acceptance, Solution-Focused Therapy (clarifying goals), Existential Therapy (exploring identity), Somatic Therapy (integrating mind and body), and, when requested, neuroscience-based approaches to understanding biological roots.
Hobbs offers affirming therapy for many marginalized communities, including neurodivergent individuals, the LGBTQIA+ community, those practicing ethical non-monogamy, and alternative faiths. Hobbs is sex-positive and kink-allied, seeks fat liberation, and is body-affirming. They can assist spiritual and faith-based clients. Their practice continually evolves toward decolonization, with therapeutic techniques and modalities tailored to the client’s unique needs.
Hobbs is EMDR trained, experienced in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with a focus on radical acceptance, Solution-Focused Therapy (clarifying goals), Existential Therapy (exploring identity), Somatic Therapy (integrating mind and body), and, when requested, neuroscience-based approaches to understanding biological roots.
Hobbs offers affirming therapy for many marginalized communities, including neurodivergent individuals, the LGBTQIA+ community, those practicing ethical non-monogamy, and alternative faiths. Hobbs is sex-positive and kink-allied, seeks fat liberation, and is body-affirming. They can assist spiritual and faith-based clients. Their practice continually evolves toward decolonization, with therapeutic techniques and modalities tailored to the client’s unique needs.
Life can feel demanding at times, and many people find themselves wanting space to slow down, reflect, or better understand what they’re experiencing. Therapy can offer a place to pause, gain clarity, and reconnect with yourself.
I’m a psychologist who works with individuals navigating everyday stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, identity exploration, and the desire for greater balance and self compassion. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply curious about your patterns and experiences, therapy can provide support, insight, and a path forward.
Life can feel demanding at times, and many people find themselves wanting space to slow down, reflect, or better understand what they’re experiencing. Therapy can offer a place to pause, gain clarity, and reconnect with yourself.
I’m a psychologist who works with individuals navigating everyday stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, identity exploration, and the desire for greater balance and self compassion. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply curious about your patterns and experiences, therapy can provide support, insight, and a path forward.
Accepting new clients - complete intake form on my website to schedule. Do you struggle with wanting to change but don't know where to start or what to do? Life throws many challenges at us and it can be hard to cope with them. You may be holding on to old wounds that have traumatized you. Your family might argue a lot and wish they could just talk to each other. You may be a parent of a neurodiverse child in need of guidance. Or maybe you see the world differently than other people and don't really fit in. Whatever it is that brought you here, you deserve to be happy and in control of your life.
Accepting new clients - complete intake form on my website to schedule. Do you struggle with wanting to change but don't know where to start or what to do? Life throws many challenges at us and it can be hard to cope with them. You may be holding on to old wounds that have traumatized you. Your family might argue a lot and wish they could just talk to each other. You may be a parent of a neurodiverse child in need of guidance. Or maybe you see the world differently than other people and don't really fit in. Whatever it is that brought you here, you deserve to be happy and in control of your life.
When our mental health is good, we experience more happiness, a better quality of life, physical well-being, and more engaging and rewarding relationships with those around us. I am concerned with the total health and well-being of the person I am helping and I want to help you improve life stressors, manage past traumas, or cope with other mental health issues which may be affecting your life and relationships. Sometimes the road traveled to a healthier type of living is a more difficult path than expected; I believe each person can reach their desired destination, through their own process in their own time, when they are ready.
When our mental health is good, we experience more happiness, a better quality of life, physical well-being, and more engaging and rewarding relationships with those around us. I am concerned with the total health and well-being of the person I am helping and I want to help you improve life stressors, manage past traumas, or cope with other mental health issues which may be affecting your life and relationships. Sometimes the road traveled to a healthier type of living is a more difficult path than expected; I believe each person can reach their desired destination, through their own process in their own time, when they are ready.
You’re not broken, you’re doing your best with what you’ve been through. But sometimes those responses stop working, and you feel stuck, anxious, or disconnected. My ideal clients are adults navigating trauma, grief, men’s issues, or major transitions. They want more than relief, they seek clarity, purpose, and healing. They’re ready for therapy that’s active, compassionate, and rooted in meaning.
You’re not broken, you’re doing your best with what you’ve been through. But sometimes those responses stop working, and you feel stuck, anxious, or disconnected. My ideal clients are adults navigating trauma, grief, men’s issues, or major transitions. They want more than relief, they seek clarity, purpose, and healing. They’re ready for therapy that’s active, compassionate, and rooted in meaning.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.