Trauma Focused Therapists in Phoenix, AZ

At North Pointe Services, we believe no individual or family should go through difficult situations alone. We are here to offer you support in times of crisis, to understand and advocate for your needs, help you recognize your strengths, and provide real solutions to real issues. We provide encouragement and skill building to parents of children and teens that are struggling with emotional/behavioral difficulties. We also support adult individuals who are on their journey towards living their best lives.

After receiving her master’s degree with distinction in clinical mental health counseling, Heather’s journey as an individual and group therapist began in residential treatment, where she specialized in acceptance and commitment therapy, as well as trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, with diverse youth and their families.

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.

I'm a licensed professional counselor originally from Dublin, Ireland. Two key components to my practice are the teachings of Pia Mellody and laughter. I believe therapy is collaborative process whereby together we can find what issues are hindering you from being the best version of you and develop a skill set to help you overcome these blocks. I practice therapy through a trauma focused lens and a model of codependence, in addition to using EMDR & SE. I aim to provide a safe, compassionate, and supportive environment for you to embark on your journey, with a few laughs along the way.

My name is Katelyn Moore and my pronouns are they/them. As a Black and genderqueer individual, I am passionate about working with clients who are multicultural and who are members of the LGBTQAAI2S+ community through an intersectionality lens. I find joy in helping clients explore their gender, racial and/or sexuality identities, and process trauma through use of creative self-expression, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness. I help clients build healthy coping skills, find their strengths, narrate their own stories, and develop healthy thought patterns.

Are you seeking a safe space where you can be heard: good, bad, and everything in between? Have you or your child experienced trauma and you’re hoping to find healing? Are you currently pregnant or a parent to a newborn trying to navigate the many emotions and challenges that arise? I’m passionate about helping and empowering adult and child survivors of trauma to elicit healing and break generational trauma patterns. I’ve also been witness to the impact trauma can have on pregnancy and postpartum for the individual and the family unit. This has influenced the support I provide during the perinatal period.

My professional passion is to help people achieve an improved quality of life through the use of a person centered humanistic approach. Clients experiencing anxiety, depression and life changes benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT). All services are provided in a manner which is gender inclusive. Successful therapy is achieved by developing a strong therapeutic alliance with clients and using a collaborative approach to health and well-being.

Multiple providers accepting new clients! Life can get complicated and stressful, and we are here to help. If you are suffering with mood instability, past traumas, substance use, emotional dysregulation, or relationship issues, you don't have to suffer alone.

Acceptance isn't something that many of us experience, instead we spend a good amount of life feeling broken, less than, or just not as valuable as the other humans. We get trapped in regular thoughts of why others are so much better than us or seem to “do life” with far less problems. Who we are and why we matter? are not questions we ask ourselves if we have already decided we have little or no worth. Our lives and relationships suffer because of this lack of self, feeling misunderstood, or not feeling wanted. I look forward to helping you in your struggle to connect and have meaningful relationships with yourself and others.

Dr. Brenda Aranda works with a variety of conditions common to children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 19-25) including depression and anxiety disorders, behavior problems, pediatric obesity, and trauma related concerns. Dr. Aranda has the ability to conduct psychotherapy and psychological assessments in both English and Spanish.

Is something impeding you from reaching your full potential? Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed? Are the ways that you've learned how to deal with life no longer working? If you are experiencing compulsive, addictive behaviors, substance use, trauma, or anxiety, I can help you find relief. Feeling safe, self-compassionate and empowered to move forward is within reach. Working together can enable you to identify goals and remove obstacles that may be preventing you from experiencing more fulfilling relationships with yourself, your career, and other people.

If you are struggling and you are not sure what to do or where to start, you are exactly where you need to be. Whether it is your family, friends, relationships, work, school, or just not feeling like you- we can tackle it together! Therapy is an opportunity for you to talk about different and possibly difficult parts of your life, however big or small. Therapy is work, and I will not only empower you, but challenge you, and encourage you to do the work outside of sessions. We will utilize your strengths as you have what it takes to be the best version of yourself.

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.

Has life been tough lately? Have you noticed that you are not sleeping and/or isolating? Perhaps you may have noticed that there has been friction and conflict in your family, maybe even with friends, or in your intimate relationships. I can help you with that. I have over 9 years of counseling experience working with depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflicts and dealing with unexpected life events. My therapeutic approach is strength- based, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Solution Focused Brief Therapy for individuals, couples and families.

Maybe you're feeling stuck in the same cycles you can't seem to break out of. Maybe you're struggling to maintain relationships that feel safe and supportive. Maybe you know that you've been impacted by the painful experiences you've had, but you don't know where to start with unpacking them. It can be scary to face your pain, and you deserve support. You're not too much, and you're not alone. I want to support you with deepening your self-understanding and self-compassion. Healing is possible when you're ready to start.