Family Therapy in Phoenix, AZ

I am a Phoenix-based forensic psychologist with extensive experience in forensic evaluations of adolescents and adults at all stages of criminal and divorce proceedings as well as child abuse and neglect cases. I have provided consultation, diagnostic assessments, forensic psychological assessments, and expert testimony for both prosecution and defense. I am also a court-appointed evaluator for the Superior Court of Arizona, Maricopa County.

With over 20 years of experience in the counseling field, Cynthia A. Criss, LPC, Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist, founded a private practice, Open Hearts, Open Minds Counseling Services specializing in the treatment of addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma and intimacy disorders. Treatment of intimacy disorders may include a focus on sexual compulsivity, infidelity and relational trauma. Cynthia helps persons to create healthy and intimate relationships. She provides individual, group, couples and family therapy in the treatment of addiction (sexual compulsive behavior, drugs, alcohol), depression, anxiety, and trauma.

In my 10 years as a therapist, I have primarily worked with adolescents and young adults struggling with mental health and/or substance use issues and I utilize relapse prevention and harm reduction strategies to help support individuals through their recovery, or help guide the individual through supporting a loved one struggling with addiction. Through a holistic approach towards wellness, and using cognitive-behavioral interventions, trauma-informed care, and positive psychology, I help individuals make changes to improve their behavior, mood, thinking, and well-being to identify and maximize their personal strengths.

Maybe you're feeling less than confident in knowing how to best support your child with school issues, anxiety, anger issues, adoption, family conflict, working through trauma or other concerns. Lets work together! As a therapist, I value providing a non-judgmental, empathetic and collaborative relationship with my clients, as well as supporting you as the parent in finding your own strength and confidence in your parenting. You don’t have to go it alone! My goal is to help you see that you already have the tools needed to help create calm, peace and happiness for yourself and your family .

With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.

I am a licensed associate counselor with five years of experience in community mental health and private practice working with at-risk youth, families, and individuals. I provide trauma-informed integrative counseling and believe there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to therapy. Many of my clients have experienced one or more traumatic events and struggle to manage the lasting effects on themselves and those around them. I work to come alongside teens, children, individuals, and their families as they navigate life’s many challenges, providing a safe and stable environment for them to share their stories.

"What's broken can be mended. What hurts can be healed. No matter how dark it gets, the sun is going to rise again."* I believe in being positive, present and having a realistic plan for change. Behavior is influenced by core beliefs. Behaviors follow patterns that can be identified and changed. We will identify your core beliefs and challenge unhealthy thought and patterns. We will use a mindfulness based approach and focus on your strengths as we create a plan for change. *I am EMDR and RTEP trained and have solid base in treating all types of trauma.

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!

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that predominately focuses on work with adolescents, young adults and their families or support systems. I have spent my career working with adolescents and families in both outpatient and residential therapy settings. I very much believe that each individual and family needs an individualized approach and treatment to facilitate change and healing. My goal is to establish a safe and supportive environment that allows each client and family to move forward in their therapeutic goals.

Life can be stressful and filled with challenges. Do you find yourself struggling with depression, anxiety, family issues, inner conflict, feeling uncomfortable being yourself, and/or feeling stuck with how to improve your life? Is it hard to relate to others and to express how you truly feel and who you truly are? Having been on both sides of the room, I know how difficult it can be to begin processing one’s experiences and feelings. The most foundational component of successful therapy is positive expectancy. If you believe even for a moment things can get better you are right where you need to be.

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..

Clarity makes life a bit simpler! Everyone deserves to heal and thrive. I take a holistic approach and focus on treatment of the whole person. That is, I consider social and mental factors, rather than just the symptoms. My goal is to help you shine in life and find meaning and purpose with a newfound calling.

Are you and your partner at odds or drifting apart? Would you like support with finding a new way to be together that helps you feel seen, heard and considered? Wouldn't it be great to get things on track for more satisfying ways of being together? Why continue to wish this away or pester your partner to change, turning away or turning against one another in ways that keep you both stuck? I help couples develop skills to set the stage for greater intimacy, security and mutual respect. Let's see if those skills can help you and your partner get there too. Feeling cautiously optimistic? Doubtful but open? Skills can help.

The mission of C & C Health Care Services is to enhance the well-being of the community by providing comprehensive, high-quality health care services including prevention and education with special emphasis on the medically under served and low-income populations. Our goal is to provide a “medical home” for the under served by significantly expanding access to primary care, behavioral health, addiction, disease management, prevention and educational services.

I was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona and completed my undergraduate work at Arizona State University. I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor's degree in Family Resources and Human Development and a minor in Psychology. I then moved to Washington, where I practiced social work with at-risk preschoolers, teens and families for approximately three years prior to pursuing my Master's degree. I obtained my Master's in Social Work from Arizona State University with a specialization in Child Welfare and have been serving children and families since 1999. I am currently licensed as a Clinical Social Worker in Arizona.

Have you ever looked around the room and thought, “I do not belong here”, “I am not good enough”, or “I do not know how to get through this”? Perhaps these thoughts come up in your work, relationships, parenting, or everyday life situations. Maybe growing up in an immigrant family or being an immigrant yourself, you were pushed to be better, do better, or do more while feeling the weight of your family , culture and society. Sometimes those expectations could even feel conflicting. Despite life lessons and resiliency that shaped your life, you may feel like something is still missing or some of those thoughts continue bothering you.

Dr. Winston works with adults, children, teens, couples and families with a variety of presenting problems. She specializes in working with clients struggling with depression, low self-esteem, adjustment issues, couples intimacy issues and a range of childhood difficulties. Dr. Winston also specializes in gender and diversity issues as well.

I understand that the decision to seek out therapy can often feel scary, so I strive to work from an empathetic and nonjudgmental perspective to help my clients to feel heard, supported, and comfortable in therapy. I strive to help my clients explore underlying emotions, patterns, strengths, and personal or relationship needs to transform the way they navigate life and take the desired steps toward change. I offer compassionate support to individuals, couples, and families looking to create change and heal in a safe, supportive environment. I utilize a variety of evidence-based methods and treatments to best fit each client.