Positive Psychology Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
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The Mindful Lemon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Here at The Mindful Lemon, we believe in treating the whole person – we focus on the mind-body connection,
positive psychology
, law of attraction and mindfulness in conjunction with a multitude of evidenced based practice and therapeutic modalities to help you to achieve your greatest potential.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.v

Fulfilled Life Institute
MPsych
My approach to coaching uses a combination of
positive psychology
, cognitive behavior techniques, and mindfulness techniques.
Are you frustrated because you’re ready for a change but don’t know how to succeed? If so let me support you. I have 10 years of experience supporting clients around issues of self-acceptance, confidence, & relationships. My main focus is helping people overcome mental barriers that prevent them from reaching their greatest level of well-being & wholeness. As someone who has victory over ADHD, childhood trauma, & self-esteem, I understand all too well life’s battles. If you are ready for me to partner with you on your journey, contact me. I am dedicated to helping others live the life of fulfillment and peace they deserve.

Intercessory Counseling & Wellness, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAPC, LISAC, LPC
Verified
Verified
I practice an absence of judgement and an abundance of
positive psychology
.
My practice is a communion of science and faith: the latest evidence-based psychotherapy modalities combined with ancient and medieval philosophy. I rely on the work of Greek and Roman thinkers, as well as Augustine, Thomas Aquinas, Ignatius of Loyola, and others. If you are willing to put in the work, I will maximize your time to help you become more authentically YOU. No matter what you're going through, there are some things that can always help. Breathing. Grounding work. Positive self-talk. When we meet we would tailor a treatment program to meet your needs. Appointments are available days, evenings, and Saturdays.

Suzanne Peterson
Counselor, LMHC, SUDP
Verified
Verified
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.

Courtney Glenny
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
15 Endorsed
Verified
15 Endorsed
I utilize EMDR, Mindfulness,
Positive Psychology
, and Sand Tray techniques.
Congratulations on finding yourself here! I believe in your ability to heal yourself and be happy. I will work with you to help you make lasting improvements that lead to increased happiness and calm, and a sense of purpose and belonging. Becoming the authentic version of yourself is freeing and you are worth it! I am honored to partner with you as you discover a deeper sense of self. Prior to becoming a counselor, I worked with young adults in higher education and I've worked a middle school counselor in the Paradise Valley Unified School District; I have experience with adolescents through adults.

Amanda Lugo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CYT
Verified
Verified
My counseling approach is based in dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and
positive psychology
.
Accepting new clients! I will be with you during the most difficult phases of your life. You set the goals for change, and I will help guide you to reach them. I specialize in healing from traumatic experiences and relationships. You can't always change your circumstances, but that doesn't mean you are stuck. You are not what happened to you. It is okay to have support while you learn about what this world has to teach and offer. Adapt, and explore your own power. Give yourself permission to create the most beautiful life you can dream. You deserve happiness and peace.

Dr. Anniken Pettersen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I currently utilize client centered and strength based talk therapy techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Insight Oriented Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT),
Positive Psychology
, Relaxation training, and Trauma Informed Therapy, to create a customized treatment approach to meet the unique therapy needs of my clients.
I provide a safe and supportive environment to help client's deal with general mental health problems, difficult life circumstances, and self-improvement. My main specialty areas are treating anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, and LGBTQP related concerns. Furthermore, I am board certified in Bariatric Counseling and can provide help with weight management. I do not offer couples or family counseling services. Nor do I offer psychological testing services at this time.
Not accepting new clients

Renee Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified
Verified
My therapeutic approach is compassion focused, using mindfulness,
positive psychology
, neurobiology and trauma informed therapies.
Maybe the stable ground of your life has suddenly fallen apart...the world you've relied on and found comfort in is now unpredictable, scary, too big to handle, and you don't know which way to turn. Or maybe life has felt this way for quite some time - you're struggling in your daily affairs, not really comfortable in your relationships, often seeking escape from big emotions and that incessant inner critic, and wondering why you never received "life's little instruction book" like everyone else around you. Whatever your reason for being here, now, the bottom line is...you're hurting, life is hard and you need a solution.

Alondra Millan
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I utilize art therapy,
positive psychology
, strength-based therapy, mindfulness & relaxation, and many other techniques to help guide our sessions.
Life isn't always easy to deal with. The way we think, feel, and behave directly affect how we handle a certain situation. The relationships we have has a huge influence in our lives. I am here to help you through your life journey by helping you set clear boundaries with others, helping you overcome challenges, and helping you find your inner strength. I can help you create appropriate coping skills and gain more awareness in your life. My goal is to empower you and watch you grow into your highest potential. Together, we can create goals and work hard to reach those goals. All you have to do is try.
Not accepting new clients

Evolution Recovery and Wellness - Chanda Gonzales
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LISAC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about the opportunity to work with clients to overcome emotional and life challenges and empower them to develop the skills necessary to improve emotional and physical health and live a meaningful, content, and fulfilled life. Addressing the root of most emotional conditions lies most often in resolving traumatic experiences and managing life stressors more effectively. The core issues are addressed by first identifying and acknowledging them, gaining a better understanding of their impact, and then reprogramming the mind and learning coping skills to better navigate life’s challenges.

Paula M. DeMore
Licensed Professional Counselor, JD, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Life can definitely go sideways; I’m here to help you right what’s gone wrong. I’m probably not your typical therapist. I’m a lawyer, a mother and a mid-life divorce survivor. I’m transparent and a little unorthodox at times. You will never wonder if you are sitting with a real person. We will laugh, we may cry, and I won't mind if you drop an f-bomb or two. I will never judge you or presume to know more about you than you know yourself. Your story matters; I want to know how you show up in your life and how your history and experience coalesced to bring you here. I will not waste your time chatting; we have work to do.

Doug Malm
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in providing treatment for individuals experiencing difficulties including but not limited to: relationship or marital problems, codependency, depression, anxiety, trauma, problems with regulating emotions, eating disorders, physical pain, self-harming behaviors, OCD behaviors, and social phobias.

Empower Mental Health, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
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

Amna Gilmore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAPC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Are you or your family struggling during this unprecedented pandemic? Have you been experiencing an increase in anxiety or depression trying to adjust to a more socially distanced world? Is your child or adolescent struggling with how to express their emotions? Even without the pandemic, have you been feeling disconnected or like you could benefit from talking to someone about what you’ve been thinking, feeling or experiencing? I want to join with you to create a safe place to help you understand why you do the things you do and empower you to find new ways to build resilience to cope, communicate or connect with others.

Christy Maxey
MC
Tired? Ready for change? Your life is ticking away & I have the ability to hone in on how you're stuck, why you're anxious, depressed or not valuing yourself - & how to move you forward. You are more powerful than you think & I will help you uncover your true self-worth. With over 20 years experience as a therapist, and now a Coach, Consultant, Founder & Author of The MaxxMETHOD - a program and book (on Amazon https://amzn.to/34toCu0) that helps you manage unpleasant emotions, clear limiting beliefs and finally create the life you long for. I have a 5-10-Week Intensive Programs to help you get the results you're looking for.

Tres Adames
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv, BCPC, CPT
4 Endorsed
4 Endorsed
Are LGBTQ+ but also a spiritual person? Are you looking for a place that respects who you are and doesn't question your faith in the process? I specialize in helping LGBTQ+ adults and teens struggling with various emotional and relational issues. I am comfortable discussing difficult topics and complex situations including grief, depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship problems with insight on how these issues intersect with one's spirituality. I also work with those who are wrestling with their faith, whether they have experienced church hurt, trauma, or are seeking to reconcile their faith and sexuality.

Kimberly Kino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Individual counseling, In office/telehealth counseling during COVID-19 health crisis. Treatment for Anxiety/Disorders/Trauma/Depression/Stress/Childhood abuse/neglect/relationship issues. The most rewarding client is seeking to grow and change. By using a creative and artistic layout for each client, therapy is tailored to meet individual needs. Clients see immediate change and improvement in their lives without long term and expensive treatment. Quality care, empirically based research, professionalism, and a counselor who is passionate about her work, are all incorporated and have shown high success rates.

Healing Oak Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAPC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Kandi Crandell's clinical approach to therapy is creating space to envision a different future while consciously examining past traumas through the lens of understanding and compassion. She believes all clients have the strength within themselves to grow, change, and ultimately accomplish their goals to better enrich their lives. She believes therapy is a space where the client is the healer in the room, and she exists to help clients discover their own superpowers. Kandi creates a nonjudgemental space to allow the client to share their unique story while also focusing on daily habits that support change.

Ashley S. Berg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with life, have a history of trauma or PTSD? Maybe you are having issues in your relationships? We all struggle from time to time, you are not alone! I enjoy working with all types of people to overcome these issues and more, so that you can break free from the loneliness and darkness that accompanies the struggles of this life. Together we will develop a plan of action and will overcome any obstacles that you might be facing, so that you can live a happy and fulfilling life!

Douglas E Brown
Counselor, MSAC, MSPC, LPC, LISAC
Verified
Verified
If you are struggling with low self esteem, anxiety or depression, substance abuse or addiction and unable to cope with everyday life issues, I have the skills and experience to help you learn and grow exponentially. My clients are those who struggle in relationships, find themselves isolating, have trouble at work, legal issues, gambling, codependency, and even with life in general. You may benefit from learning how to communicate more effectively, being more authentic and genuine, building a solid support system, doing things you enjoy again and learning how to ask for help. Take a step and find your HAPPINESS!
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Positive Psychology Therapists
How does positive psychology therapy work?
Positive psychology therapy derives from the work of Martin Seligman of the University of Pennsylvania. He and others developed the field of positive psychology building on humanistic theory. Positive psychology therapy is similar to acceptance and commitment therapy, and it essentially quiets emotional distress through positivity, contentment, and well-being. This therapy does not reduce the individual to symptoms and conditions.
When do I know if I need treatment using positive psychology?
If an individual is overwhelmed by emotional distress and general negativity, they may feel trapped. A positive psychology therapist can help them view their emotions and behaviors differently, and approach life with a better understanding of their positive strengths. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from positive psychology therapy?
The patient may be asked to explore their signature strengths. The therapist will also ask the individual to talk about their goals, which should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Discussing negative experiences and symptoms is important, but so is the exploration of positive experiences. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more positive and fulfilling way. This therapy is proactive and may use forgiveness, gratitude, hope, and compassion to help reframe negativity.
Is positive psychology effective in therapy?
Positive psychology therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with eating disorders benefit from this type of intervention. This therapy encourages the person to reframe their distressed thoughts and move into healthier patterns of functioning. This therapy also aims to move an individual toward what works well in their life. Positive psychology therapy can elicit lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.