Therapists in Phoenix, AZ

Viewing my role in clients’ lives as a privilege, I approach my work with warmth, candor, and a genuine belief in one's potential for growth. I provide therapy for individuals across the lifespan. Difficulties in adulthood often stem from longstanding patterns of relating to ourselves and others that are no longer serving us. Through greater awareness of these patterns and our internal emotional world, we are better able to cope and connect.

My commitment is to help children, adolescents, adults, and families to move authentically toward their own unique, empowered selves. My passion is in meeting clients where they are and supporting their healing. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, behavioral support, and grief. My goal is for clients to gain self-awareness to then make active behavioral changes to feel happier and healthier.

Whether you feel like you’re struggling with handling your emotions, experiencing contention, have feelings of being stuck, or if you just want to see change in your life, a fulfilling path is possible for you. My goal is to make therapy a safe place where closeness, trust, joy, fulfillment, and authenticity can be built in the way you need it.

I was born in Salinas and lived in California for the majority of my life. I am proud to have had the honor to serve in the military for five years. I have 18 years of experience providing psychotherapy in California's central valley. I have been licensed in California since 2012 and became licensed in Arizona in 2020. I am new to the Phoenix area and feel excited to start working with the community here as well. My theoretical approach to counseling is eclectic where I incorporate cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, and psychodynamic treatment.

Katie Landon is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), with experience working with foster youth, domestic violence victims, and neurodiverse clients. She utilizes an array of treatment approaches including solution-focused, CBT, DBT, inner-child work, mindfulness, attachment work, and play therapy. She loves working with clients of all ages. She fosters each client’s emotional needs, and takes into consideration trauma history, as well as cultural and societal influences. She also believes in the value of holistic health and healing, which entails the connection between mind, body, and spirit.

"You are not broken. You are breaking through." Do you feel like no one understands you or can truly help you the way you need? There are times that our perceptions of life situations differs from those around us, causing us to feel unheard or unsupported. These are the times we need support the most. Even if you aren't certain counseling is for you, call us to discuss your options. We provide a variety of services that are tailored to fit your individual needs such as EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Play Therapy, Sand Tray, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Couples/Families, First Responders/Veterans, PTSD/trauma, etc.

Accepting new clients! Telehealth available in MA, DC, AZ, WA, OR, UT, ID, LA, CO, NM. Moving through a painful transition? Want to make changes in your life? Need to figure out where to go from here & how to get there? Have you ever wondered what experiences in your life impact you the most and how to heal? I'd love to join you on your journey. From navigating big transitions, healing deep hurts to growing into your most meaningful dreams, I’m here to support you with warmth, compassion, & genuineness as well as a decade of experience & specialty training. Trauma informed approach - no problem is too big or small.

As a therapist, my mission is to provide a safe atmosphere where clients feel heard, empowered and accepted. I am committed to meeting you where you are, and also challenging you for optimal growth. My goal is to help you identify your strengths, utilize experiences from your past and discuss what happy, healing, and healthy looks and feels like for you! I am not a one size fits all therapist. Your journey is unique and may require a different approach than someone else. I am very personable and utilize conversation to assist clients with healing, growing and understanding !

I am not accepting new clients for in-person/ tele with evening hours working with adults, youth, adolescents, and children. My hours for In Office are Monday 1 - 6 pm, Wednesdays 1 - 6 pm. Teletherapy, Tuesdays 12 -4 p,m and Thursdays 1-5 pm.Valerie De La O is a pre licensed counselor with experience as a compassionate and dedicated counselor who specializes in the treatment of individual/relational/sexual Trauma. Adolescent DBT Group, Anger Management Group, Domestic Violence, Grief Therapy, Complex PTSD, Couples Therapy, identification and treatment of the family system, ADHD, Autism, and Life Skills development.

Everyone’s journey in life is different. I want to create a safe place for you to express your needs and heal. My background includes working with children birth to five, adolescents, young adults, and families. We can work together to find new ways to manage stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and enhance parent-child relationships.

I have worked in the mental health field for 20 years and as a therapist for 10 years. My favorite demographic is children birth to 12 and parents. I am passionate about childhood mental health and helping adults, parents, children and families to live their best life. Other areas I have worked in include behavioral health group homes for adults and children, child parent psychotherapy with children and parents birth to age 5, and the seriously mentally ill adult population.

Hi, I'm Lauren Shavers, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I provide a caring and safe environment for children, teens, adults and families who may be experiencing difficulties such as life transitions, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional/behavioral dysregulation, and relational issues.

I understand the difficulties and challenges that personal growth and healing may bring. My goal is to provide a space where clients feel welcome, seen, and heard. I am dedicated to providing an all-inclusive, safe space for clients to explore and express themselves freely. Through a collaborative effort between client and counselor, I explore difficulties and struggles in one’s life through the character structure lens of attachment, separation, integration, and adulthood. I strive to help clients gain the necessary tools for greater self-awareness, understanding, and overall healing.

Please contact us for ongoing DBT groups for adolescents and adults and kindness/mindfulness groups for kids. Julie Skakoon is a Licensed Professional Counselor in private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona. Julie provides forensically informed treatment of childhood trauma and child maltreatment. Her specialties include play therapy, divorce / co-parent counseling, child forensic interviews, interventions for divorcing families (court-ordered and private), play therapy and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).

You may be here because your child is having a hard time focusing, or because they are anxious and easily upset. Sometimes your young child has an outburst, and you find it hard to manage. Or, maybe you find it difficult for your child to follow directions or get along with others. Perhaps your child has been through something traumatic and stressful, and you’re not sure how to help them along their healing process. They could be a child who doesn’t know what to do with their big feelings and need a little extra help coping. I am here to help you find peace and balance. Website: www.novalightcounseling.com

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 13 years experience in the counseling field. I hold my undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Arizona and my Masters degree in Counseling from Northern Arizona University. My experience has been with families and children as well as adults struggling with substance use disorders. My passions include helping families to achieve better communication skills in order to live their fullest lives.

Whether the needs are behavioral, relationship based, or trauma related her mission is to provide a safe environment and support mental health wellness. Micaela will discuss your unique needs and goals to develop a smart, supportive plan towards success. Every client wants to be heard and meet achievements. Micaela's desire for therapeutic partnership paired with experience can provide the balance needed to facilitate growth and meeting desired goals.

I have 20+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, and parents to address behavior issues, school challenges, and emotional regulation. My practice utilizes evidence-based treatments focused on helping clients reach their full potential.

Life change left you feeling "stuck", down or isolating? A masters level licensed Christian counselor with immediate openings I realize it takes courage to seek help and offer a safe place for healing. Would you rather walk and talk, or prefer a listening ear in a comfy office? We will collaborate to set goals promoting forward movement. A former teacher and military spouse, I will meet you where you are and help you find clarity and insight to move through emotions motivating proactive growth.