Couples Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
Sex Addiction, Love Addiction, Partner Betrayal, & Trauma
I do In-person and Online therapy & coaching so I work with people all around the world. I have trained with some of the best in my field including Pia Melody, Dr. Patrick Carnes, Alexandra Katehakis, and Rob Weiss. I co-authored an award winning book on treating Female Sex and Love Addiction and starred with Dr. Drew on VH1's "Sex Rehab with Dr. Drew".
Sex Addiction, Love Addiction, Partner Betrayal, & Trauma
I do In-person and Online therapy & coaching so I work with people all around the world. I have trained with some of the best in my field including Pia Melody, Dr. Patrick Carnes, Alexandra Katehakis, and Rob Weiss. I co-authored an award winning book on treating Female Sex and Love Addiction and starred with Dr. Drew on VH1's "Sex Rehab with Dr. Drew".
Immediate openings available! Have you ever felt like you’re carrying a story no one quite understands? Like parts of you had to grow up too fast, while other parts still feel unseen, dismissed or left behind? Maybe you’re navigating the quiet ache of grief that makes you want to hide from the world! You may be holding it together on the outside while something within you feels like it’s breaking! I specialize in trauma, inner child healing, and grief. Together, we’ll create a safe space where every part of you is welcome, the strong , the tired, and the parts still learning to feel safe! You don’t have to do this alone.
Immediate openings available! Have you ever felt like you’re carrying a story no one quite understands? Like parts of you had to grow up too fast, while other parts still feel unseen, dismissed or left behind? Maybe you’re navigating the quiet ache of grief that makes you want to hide from the world! You may be holding it together on the outside while something within you feels like it’s breaking! I specialize in trauma, inner child healing, and grief. Together, we’ll create a safe space where every part of you is welcome, the strong , the tired, and the parts still learning to feel safe! You don’t have to do this alone.
I put time and effort into building relationships with my clients; I want you to experience an environment of trust and comfort as we work together.
Sometimes people come into therapy feeling apprehensive or uncertain - very understandable emotions. My goal is for you to feel at ease and to leave every session feeling like it was worthwhile and productive.
I put time and effort into building relationships with my clients; I want you to experience an environment of trust and comfort as we work together.
Sometimes people come into therapy feeling apprehensive or uncertain - very understandable emotions. My goal is for you to feel at ease and to leave every session feeling like it was worthwhile and productive.
Accepting New Clients. Hi! I am a passionate therapist, focused on creating a relaxed comfortable environment where you feel empowered to share your story, recognize your own strengths, set goals and make impactful changes in your life. I strive to deeply understand my patients and help them develop understanding and compassion toward themselves. My style is straightforward, I believe that you are the expert of your own life. Our work will involve self-exploration and integrating new behaviors to foster growth and resilience.
Accepting New Clients. Hi! I am a passionate therapist, focused on creating a relaxed comfortable environment where you feel empowered to share your story, recognize your own strengths, set goals and make impactful changes in your life. I strive to deeply understand my patients and help them develop understanding and compassion toward themselves. My style is straightforward, I believe that you are the expert of your own life. Our work will involve self-exploration and integrating new behaviors to foster growth and resilience.
For me, the heart of this work is the relationship we build together that's rooted in safety, curiosity, compassion, and trust.
My approach is grounded in trauma-informed care. I’m trained in EMDR and draw from CBT, IFS, attachment work, person-centered therapy, strength-focused therapy, and positive psychology. But more than anything, I show up as a real person who will walk alongside you.
For me, the heart of this work is the relationship we build together that's rooted in safety, curiosity, compassion, and trust.
My approach is grounded in trauma-informed care. I’m trained in EMDR and draw from CBT, IFS, attachment work, person-centered therapy, strength-focused therapy, and positive psychology. But more than anything, I show up as a real person who will walk alongside you.
Are you highly critical of yourself; do your relationships feel unfulfilling?
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to feel heard and validated, both challenged and empowered: a space where you can be exactly as you are. Together, we'll develop tools for coping with life in the present, heal from the past, and release worries about the future. I offer thought and trauma work; emotion regulation, boundaries and communication tools.
Are you highly critical of yourself; do your relationships feel unfulfilling?
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to feel heard and validated, both challenged and empowered: a space where you can be exactly as you are. Together, we'll develop tools for coping with life in the present, heal from the past, and release worries about the future. I offer thought and trauma work; emotion regulation, boundaries and communication tools.
I can help you and your partner sort through what you need to make sure you’re the right fit for lasting love.
Next, we’ll create a customized plan to strengthen any areas of concern and get you aligned on how to bring your marriage vision to life! Lastly, we’ll work on your plan together with expert insights & analysis, and evidence-based treatments tailored to help you meet your unique goals.
I can help you and your partner sort through what you need to make sure you’re the right fit for lasting love.
Next, we’ll create a customized plan to strengthen any areas of concern and get you aligned on how to bring your marriage vision to life! Lastly, we’ll work on your plan together with expert insights & analysis, and evidence-based treatments tailored to help you meet your unique goals.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) offering individual, couples, and family therapy in a space designed to feel safe, honest, and human.
My work draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness — helping you make room for what's hard, reframe unhelpful patterns, reconnect with what matters, and meet each moment with a little more steadiness.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) offering individual, couples, and family therapy in a space designed to feel safe, honest, and human.
My work draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness — helping you make room for what's hard, reframe unhelpful patterns, reconnect with what matters, and meet each moment with a little more steadiness.
I love helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families find healing and hope as they create a path toward health and lasting change.
I work collaboratively with clients to build on their strengths, develop practical tools, and foster resilience while creating a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space.
I love helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families find healing and hope as they create a path toward health and lasting change.
I work collaboratively with clients to build on their strengths, develop practical tools, and foster resilience while creating a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space.
Building trust in the therapeutic relationship in a non-judgmental, respectful environment is essential.
Working with adolescents and young adults who are struggling with identity formation and the challenges of becoming independent is an area of specialization. This work often involves parents and other family members as part of the therapy. Women's mental health and couples counseling are also areas that are an important part of my practice.
Building trust in the therapeutic relationship in a non-judgmental, respectful environment is essential.
Working with adolescents and young adults who are struggling with identity formation and the challenges of becoming independent is an area of specialization. This work often involves parents and other family members as part of the therapy. Women's mental health and couples counseling are also areas that are an important part of my practice.
It influences how we relate to our friends, family, coworkers, romantic partners and the people we pass at the grocery store but most strongly how we relate to ourselves.
I utilize Choice Theory, this assists a person in recognizing the power they have in recreating their world. I also use CBT, ACT and Polyvagal skills. I am certified in Community Reinforcement and Family Training to assist people in setting healthy boundaries with loved ones with a drug/alcohol addiction.
It influences how we relate to our friends, family, coworkers, romantic partners and the people we pass at the grocery store but most strongly how we relate to ourselves.
I utilize Choice Theory, this assists a person in recognizing the power they have in recreating their world. I also use CBT, ACT and Polyvagal skills. I am certified in Community Reinforcement and Family Training to assist people in setting healthy boundaries with loved ones with a drug/alcohol addiction.
Steven Rodriguez is a Licensed Associate Counselor dedicated to helping individuals grow into their most authentic and fulfilling selves. He recognizes how powerful it can be to feel truly heard, validated, and supported during moments of vulnerability. Steven takes an eclectic approach so each session fits the client's unique needs, creating a safe, affirming, non-judgmental space where clients feel seen as they work through difficult emotions and move toward healing. He is committed to expanding access to inclusive, equitable, and affirming mental health care for all.
Steven Rodriguez is a Licensed Associate Counselor dedicated to helping individuals grow into their most authentic and fulfilling selves. He recognizes how powerful it can be to feel truly heard, validated, and supported during moments of vulnerability. Steven takes an eclectic approach so each session fits the client's unique needs, creating a safe, affirming, non-judgmental space where clients feel seen as they work through difficult emotions and move toward healing. He is committed to expanding access to inclusive, equitable, and affirming mental health care for all.
You come because something meaningful has been lost, disrupted, or no longer makes sense — a relationship, a role, or the life you thought you would be living.
My approach is compassionate, thoughtful, and collaborative. I integrate attachment-focused work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and self-compassion practices. Our work is both reflective and practical—helping you understand long-standing patterns, process painful experiences, and move forward with greater clarity and emotional steadiness.
You come because something meaningful has been lost, disrupted, or no longer makes sense — a relationship, a role, or the life you thought you would be living.
My approach is compassionate, thoughtful, and collaborative. I integrate attachment-focused work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and self-compassion practices. Our work is both reflective and practical—helping you understand long-standing patterns, process painful experiences, and move forward with greater clarity and emotional steadiness.
I have expertise in working with trauma, stress management, relationship issues, substance use, anger management, and interpersonal conflict.
I primarily serve firefighters, veterans, and other first responders. Additionally, I work with individuals/ couples experiencing issues related to substance use, relationships, career stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, major life transitions, emotion regulation, and self-esteem.
I have expertise in working with trauma, stress management, relationship issues, substance use, anger management, and interpersonal conflict.
I primarily serve firefighters, veterans, and other first responders. Additionally, I work with individuals/ couples experiencing issues related to substance use, relationships, career stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, major life transitions, emotion regulation, and self-esteem.
If you are struggling with relationship stress, depression, anxiety, confusion or trauma counseling may be right for you at this time.
I am able to offer over 40 years of professional training and experience to assist in your therapy needs. Relationships of all kinds are my specialty, especially the one with yourself! I have specific credentials in grief that allow me to assist you with the loss of a loved one.
If you are struggling with relationship stress, depression, anxiety, confusion or trauma counseling may be right for you at this time.
I am able to offer over 40 years of professional training and experience to assist in your therapy needs. Relationships of all kinds are my specialty, especially the one with yourself! I have specific credentials in grief that allow me to assist you with the loss of a loved one.
Laurie is accepting telehealth clients only at this time. Laurie’s intention is to create a safe, non-judgmental, creative, humor-welcoming environment for you to heal and explore the deepest parts of yourself. Her therapeutic approach is taking a journey with you, supporting your life goals and needs, while creating greater self awareness. She combines a diverse array of psychological modalities to aid you in calming inner distress and anxiety, assisting in the release of emotional blockages and helping you create a sense of deep wellbeing. Laurie has 30 years of experience in private practice and licensed in Hawaii & Arizona.
Laurie is accepting telehealth clients only at this time. Laurie’s intention is to create a safe, non-judgmental, creative, humor-welcoming environment for you to heal and explore the deepest parts of yourself. Her therapeutic approach is taking a journey with you, supporting your life goals and needs, while creating greater self awareness. She combines a diverse array of psychological modalities to aid you in calming inner distress and anxiety, assisting in the release of emotional blockages and helping you create a sense of deep wellbeing. Laurie has 30 years of experience in private practice and licensed in Hawaii & Arizona.
Hello, I'm Susan, a Licensed Professional Counselor (MA) dedicated to helping individuals build healthier relationships with themselves and others.
My approach to therapy is collaborative and client-centered. I believe that each person is unique, and I tailor my methods to fit your individual needs. Together, we will explore your thoughts and feelings, identify patterns, and develop strategies to overcome obstacles. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you feel heard and
Hello, I'm Susan, a Licensed Professional Counselor (MA) dedicated to helping individuals build healthier relationships with themselves and others.
My approach to therapy is collaborative and client-centered. I believe that each person is unique, and I tailor my methods to fit your individual needs. Together, we will explore your thoughts and feelings, identify patterns, and develop strategies to overcome obstacles. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you feel heard and
I partner with adults and teens (14+) to navigate life's challenges.
Are you feeling stuck, unheard, or overwhelmed by anxiety or depression? If you know you're ready for a change but aren't sure where to start, I can help.
I partner with adults and teens (14+) to navigate life's challenges.
Are you feeling stuck, unheard, or overwhelmed by anxiety or depression? If you know you're ready for a change but aren't sure where to start, I can help.
My ideal clients are adults seeking support with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, grief and loss, substance use concerns, relationship challenges, family stress, or life transitions.
My approach is warm, respectful, and tailored to your unique needs. I use evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, mindfulness-based strategies, and other clinically proven modalities to help clients build coping skills, process difficult experiences, and work toward their goals.
My ideal clients are adults seeking support with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, grief and loss, substance use concerns, relationship challenges, family stress, or life transitions.
My approach is warm, respectful, and tailored to your unique needs. I use evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, mindfulness-based strategies, and other clinically proven modalities to help clients build coping skills, process difficult experiences, and work toward their goals.
With couples, it shifts toward what you're each allowed to need, even as you keep showing up for one another.
I work with people moving through moments that rearrange a life: becoming parents, losing someone you love, growing older, or realizing the person you built yourself into no longer fits your new normal. I specialize in postpartum adjustment, as well as grief and life transitions. I have experience supporting older adults facing the losses that come with aging and new parents coming into themselves as moms and dads. I bring real clinical depth to this work, along with an honest sense of humor when it's warranted because heaviness handled with genuine care tends to be what actually helps people move through hard things.
With couples, it shifts toward what you're each allowed to need, even as you keep showing up for one another.
I work with people moving through moments that rearrange a life: becoming parents, losing someone you love, growing older, or realizing the person you built yourself into no longer fits your new normal. I specialize in postpartum adjustment, as well as grief and life transitions. I have experience supporting older adults facing the losses that come with aging and new parents coming into themselves as moms and dads. I bring real clinical depth to this work, along with an honest sense of humor when it's warranted because heaviness handled with genuine care tends to be what actually helps people move through hard things.
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Nearby Couples Therapy Searches for Phoenix
- Avondale
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- Fountain Hills
- Glendale
- Goodyear
- Laveen
- Paradise Valley
- Peoria
- Scottsdale
- Sun City West
- Tempe
- Tolleson
FAQ - About Couples Therapy
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.