Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
You’re juggling so much - grades, expectations, workplace demands, family, relationships - and it’s all starting to weigh you down. Whether you’re a teen navigating social pressures or family dynamics, a student-athlete coping with academic expectations and performance anxiety, or a young adult trying to find your place in the world, you’re craving clarity, peace, and a path forward. You want to feel less overwhelmed, more confident in who you are, and supported as you face what’s ahead. Therapy can help you get there.
You’re juggling so much - grades, expectations, workplace demands, family, relationships - and it’s all starting to weigh you down. Whether you’re a teen navigating social pressures or family dynamics, a student-athlete coping with academic expectations and performance anxiety, or a young adult trying to find your place in the world, you’re craving clarity, peace, and a path forward. You want to feel less overwhelmed, more confident in who you are, and supported as you face what’s ahead. Therapy can help you get there.
Accepting New Clients
From the outside, you’ve got it together. You are resilient, dedicated, and you know how to weather a storm. But privately? You’re tired of just managing your life. You’re ready to actually dictate it.
Whether you are navigating life as an individual or working through complex dynamics as a couple, you already possess immense inner strength. My job isn't to fix you—it's to help you step into your next, most empowered chapter. Together, we will honor where you've been while building an intentional space for what's next: deeper connections, clearer goals, and a life that feels genuinely yours.
Accepting New Clients
From the outside, you’ve got it together. You are resilient, dedicated, and you know how to weather a storm. But privately? You’re tired of just managing your life. You’re ready to actually dictate it.
Whether you are navigating life as an individual or working through complex dynamics as a couple, you already possess immense inner strength. My job isn't to fix you—it's to help you step into your next, most empowered chapter. Together, we will honor where you've been while building an intentional space for what's next: deeper connections, clearer goals, and a life that feels genuinely yours.
I work with individuals and couples who want to actively create the lives or relationships they desire. By helping clients identify the blocks keeping them stuck, they are free to explore and experiment with more creative and effective ways of living. Group counseling can be especially helpful increasing self-awareness, creating support and experiencing validation.
I work with individuals and couples who want to actively create the lives or relationships they desire. By helping clients identify the blocks keeping them stuck, they are free to explore and experiment with more creative and effective ways of living. Group counseling can be especially helpful increasing self-awareness, creating support and experiencing validation.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, unsure of themselves, or stuck between who they were and who they want to be, and you don’t have to have everything figured out to start. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership where your voice, individuality, and strengths matter. Together, we’ll build insight, develop healthier coping skills, and work toward a life that feels more grounded, balanced, and true to who you are becoming.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, unsure of themselves, or stuck between who they were and who they want to be, and you don’t have to have everything figured out to start. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership where your voice, individuality, and strengths matter. Together, we’ll build insight, develop healthier coping skills, and work toward a life that feels more grounded, balanced, and true to who you are becoming.
I’m a trauma-focused therapist who specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, grief, narcissistic abuse, and trauma. I use EMDR, IFS, CPT, and DBT with a client-centered approach, creating a safe and caring environment where clients feel heard, seen, and understood.
I’m a trauma-focused therapist who specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, grief, narcissistic abuse, and trauma. I use EMDR, IFS, CPT, and DBT with a client-centered approach, creating a safe and caring environment where clients feel heard, seen, and understood.
Do you have everyday, ordinary life struggles that you think aren’t ‘big enough’ for therapy? Or maybe you find yourself dealing with more severe issues of anxiety, depression, postpartum, or substance use? Regardless of your starting point, it’s okay to admit you can’t do it alone; we were made to be social creatures.
As a licensed professional counselor, my goal is to empower you to be the expert of your own life while simultaneously journeying alongside you as we navigate finding solutions together.
Do you have everyday, ordinary life struggles that you think aren’t ‘big enough’ for therapy? Or maybe you find yourself dealing with more severe issues of anxiety, depression, postpartum, or substance use? Regardless of your starting point, it’s okay to admit you can’t do it alone; we were made to be social creatures.
As a licensed professional counselor, my goal is to empower you to be the expert of your own life while simultaneously journeying alongside you as we navigate finding solutions together.
I’m a Clinical Director and entrepreneur with a specific set of skills designed to help you get real results. I can be serious and a complete goofball! My sessions are active, structured, and goal-focused. I believe therapy should move you forward, not just revisit the past week. Together, we’ll identify what you want to change, create a clear plan, and work intentionally toward your goals, so every session feels purposeful and productive. I don't just sit and nod and take notes. I provide I offer a dynamic and solutions focused, interactive approach and offer reflective homework between sessions for continued growth.
I’m a Clinical Director and entrepreneur with a specific set of skills designed to help you get real results. I can be serious and a complete goofball! My sessions are active, structured, and goal-focused. I believe therapy should move you forward, not just revisit the past week. Together, we’ll identify what you want to change, create a clear plan, and work intentionally toward your goals, so every session feels purposeful and productive. I don't just sit and nod and take notes. I provide I offer a dynamic and solutions focused, interactive approach and offer reflective homework between sessions for continued growth.
It is my belief that counseling is one of the most overlooked and underutilized tools to finding healing from life and gaining a clearer picture of our true selves. Having personally experienced loss and tragedy to get here, I have been blessed first-hand through how trained professionals can help each of us find our ways past such obstacles and into emotional clarity and improved mental health. Additionally, I have worked for years as a pediatric speech therapist, specializing in helping children with disabilities and different abilities to master the skills necessary to succeed. I have served for many years as a Christian-
It is my belief that counseling is one of the most overlooked and underutilized tools to finding healing from life and gaining a clearer picture of our true selves. Having personally experienced loss and tragedy to get here, I have been blessed first-hand through how trained professionals can help each of us find our ways past such obstacles and into emotional clarity and improved mental health. Additionally, I have worked for years as a pediatric speech therapist, specializing in helping children with disabilities and different abilities to master the skills necessary to succeed. I have served for many years as a Christian-
Are you struggling with issues like stress, depression, anxiety, grief, military/life balance, relationships problems, addiction, parenting or family conflict? If so, then you have come to the right place. I have worked with addiction for 13 years and I am certified as a marriage counselor in both Gottman Method and EFT and I have a passion for working with adults and couples of all ages and issues.
Are you struggling with issues like stress, depression, anxiety, grief, military/life balance, relationships problems, addiction, parenting or family conflict? If so, then you have come to the right place. I have worked with addiction for 13 years and I am certified as a marriage counselor in both Gottman Method and EFT and I have a passion for working with adults and couples of all ages and issues.
You may feel like you're always bracing for the next thing—performing to prove your worth, adapting to keep others comfortable, or giving until there's nothing left. You're stressed, shut down, or exhausted from holding it together. Maybe you're overwhelmed by emotions, stuck in patterns that once kept you safe but now limit your authenticity. You want relief, clarity, and the ability to show up fully as yourself. You're not broken—you developed survival strategies that no longer serve you. With 25 years helping adults break free from people-pleasing patterns, I'm here to help you feel more present, alive, and genuinely yourself.
You may feel like you're always bracing for the next thing—performing to prove your worth, adapting to keep others comfortable, or giving until there's nothing left. You're stressed, shut down, or exhausted from holding it together. Maybe you're overwhelmed by emotions, stuck in patterns that once kept you safe but now limit your authenticity. You want relief, clarity, and the ability to show up fully as yourself. You're not broken—you developed survival strategies that no longer serve you. With 25 years helping adults break free from people-pleasing patterns, I'm here to help you feel more present, alive, and genuinely yourself.
Hi. I’m so glad you’re here.
Perhaps you’ve been holding things together on the outside, but on the inside you feel overwhelmed. You might feel baffled by a deep sadness, or notice your mind often overthinks. Certain things in your life may trigger you, and you don’t fully understand why they feel so big. And if you’re like many of my clients, your relationship with food and your body feels—let’s just say—complicated.
Maybe you struggle to build meaningful connections. Maybe you feel needy—and ashamed for feeling that way. You long to feel more steady, more at ease in your body and in your relationships.
Hi. I’m so glad you’re here.
Perhaps you’ve been holding things together on the outside, but on the inside you feel overwhelmed. You might feel baffled by a deep sadness, or notice your mind often overthinks. Certain things in your life may trigger you, and you don’t fully understand why they feel so big. And if you’re like many of my clients, your relationship with food and your body feels—let’s just say—complicated.
Maybe you struggle to build meaningful connections. Maybe you feel needy—and ashamed for feeling that way. You long to feel more steady, more at ease in your body and in your relationships.
My work centers on teens, adults, and couples with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety and depression, identity development, value clarification, stress resiliency, and peak performance. I also have experience working in sport psychology and women's health, with a focus on holistic wellbeing and empowerment.
My work centers on teens, adults, and couples with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety and depression, identity development, value clarification, stress resiliency, and peak performance. I also have experience working in sport psychology and women's health, with a focus on holistic wellbeing and empowerment.
Ms. Borges is certified couples therapist and PACT (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy) trainer. She's not your usual couples therapist as she uses an experiential, down to earth approach with clients to help them effectively have better relationships. Experiential techniques, before and after exercises recording, AI enhanced Secure Functioning compatibility report, and longer sessions help couples get right to the core of their issues and find solutions quicker. Cross-cultural couples can express themselves more freely since Ms. Borges speak English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Ms. Borges is certified couples therapist and PACT (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy) trainer. She's not your usual couples therapist as she uses an experiential, down to earth approach with clients to help them effectively have better relationships. Experiential techniques, before and after exercises recording, AI enhanced Secure Functioning compatibility report, and longer sessions help couples get right to the core of their issues and find solutions quicker. Cross-cultural couples can express themselves more freely since Ms. Borges speak English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Do you ever feel like your mind won’t slow down, or that memories from the past are affecting your present? You’re not alone. I work with adults across Arizona who are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and overwhelming life stress. I offer a space where you can be yourself. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck or exhausted from coping on their own — whether it’s with dissociation, self-harm, substance use, intrusive thoughts, or disordered eating. Together, we’ll explore the ways you’ve learned to survive and gently build new strategies that support your healing and peace of mind.
Do you ever feel like your mind won’t slow down, or that memories from the past are affecting your present? You’re not alone. I work with adults across Arizona who are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and overwhelming life stress. I offer a space where you can be yourself. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck or exhausted from coping on their own — whether it’s with dissociation, self-harm, substance use, intrusive thoughts, or disordered eating. Together, we’ll explore the ways you’ve learned to survive and gently build new strategies that support your healing and peace of mind.
Immediate Appointments Available, Weekday and Weekends. If you're seeking support for past or present challenges, such as anxiety and depression, I provide an empathetic perspective and culturally sensitive space to be able to collaborate with you to achieve your goals. I use strength-based, trauma-informed techniques to help individuals overcome barriers, improve their mental health, and pursue meaningful personal growth. Sharing our unique stories, especially those involving trauma or ongoing stress, can be daunting, but it's vital to recognize that each narrative is significant and deserves to be heard.
Immediate Appointments Available, Weekday and Weekends. If you're seeking support for past or present challenges, such as anxiety and depression, I provide an empathetic perspective and culturally sensitive space to be able to collaborate with you to achieve your goals. I use strength-based, trauma-informed techniques to help individuals overcome barriers, improve their mental health, and pursue meaningful personal growth. Sharing our unique stories, especially those involving trauma or ongoing stress, can be daunting, but it's vital to recognize that each narrative is significant and deserves to be heard.
In treating OCD, I want to get to know you and understand what brings you to seek therapy. Knowing your goals helps me collaborate with you on creating an effective treatment plan. At NOCD, my team and I provide personalized and effective specialized treatment for OCD and related conditions, such as BFRBs (including skin-picking, nail-biting, and hair-pulling). Our understanding of the nuances of these conditions enables us to diagnose and treat them properly. We have received training in evidence-based treatments, including Exposure Response and Prevention (ERP) therapy—the gold standard treatment for OCD.
In treating OCD, I want to get to know you and understand what brings you to seek therapy. Knowing your goals helps me collaborate with you on creating an effective treatment plan. At NOCD, my team and I provide personalized and effective specialized treatment for OCD and related conditions, such as BFRBs (including skin-picking, nail-biting, and hair-pulling). Our understanding of the nuances of these conditions enables us to diagnose and treat them properly. We have received training in evidence-based treatments, including Exposure Response and Prevention (ERP) therapy—the gold standard treatment for OCD.
Anxious and depressive thoughts can deeply affect both your wellbeing and your relationships. However, by developing stronger problem-solving and communication skills, you can foster a greater sense of connection. As your self-confidence and self-love increase, you will gain a deeper appreciation for the positive impact you bring to your relationships.
Anxious and depressive thoughts can deeply affect both your wellbeing and your relationships. However, by developing stronger problem-solving and communication skills, you can foster a greater sense of connection. As your self-confidence and self-love increase, you will gain a deeper appreciation for the positive impact you bring to your relationships.
I believe that healing begins when people feel seen, heard, and understood. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in authenticity. I work with children and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, life transitions, identity struggles, and self-esteem challenges.
I believe that healing begins when people feel seen, heard, and understood. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in authenticity. I work with children and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, life transitions, identity struggles, and self-esteem challenges.
At 360 Wellness & Recovery, our mission is to empower you to take control of your mental health and overall wellness through compassionate, therapeutic support, trauma- informed treatment and personalized care. We believe that each person has the potential to live a life that they love, and I am here to help them achieve that goal. Each individual's journey is unique. Whether you are struggling to overcome a difficult relationship, working through a loss, struggling with the residual impact of trauma, or finding your place in life, I am here to support you every step of the way.
At 360 Wellness & Recovery, our mission is to empower you to take control of your mental health and overall wellness through compassionate, therapeutic support, trauma- informed treatment and personalized care. We believe that each person has the potential to live a life that they love, and I am here to help them achieve that goal. Each individual's journey is unique. Whether you are struggling to overcome a difficult relationship, working through a loss, struggling with the residual impact of trauma, or finding your place in life, I am here to support you every step of the way.
Welcome! My name is Carissa (she, her, hers). I have had the great honor of working with children, families, and individuals of all backgrounds in various capacities throughout my career. I enjoy working with people of all ages, as I have had roles supporting people from birth to those who are grandparents. Additionally, I have worked supporting people who experience mental health concerns, are involved in social and criminal systems, and those who are experiencing relationship conflicts. I am interested in working with any person who is ready to make positive changes in their life.
Welcome! My name is Carissa (she, her, hers). I have had the great honor of working with children, families, and individuals of all backgrounds in various capacities throughout my career. I enjoy working with people of all ages, as I have had roles supporting people from birth to those who are grandparents. Additionally, I have worked supporting people who experience mental health concerns, are involved in social and criminal systems, and those who are experiencing relationship conflicts. I am interested in working with any person who is ready to make positive changes in their life.
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Number of Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
3,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Phoenix, AZ who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 91% | Social Anxiety |
| 91% | Health Anxiety |
| 91% | Driving Anxiety |
| 84% | Depression |
| 73% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 73% | Complex PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 90% | Aetna |
| 75% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 70% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Phoenix, AZ see their clients
| 57% | In Person and Online | |
| 43% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 81% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |