Therapists in Prescott, AZ

In therapy, I join with clients where they are, providing a safe place to share the issue(s), which brings them to therapy. I help them explore ways they may experience life in a happier, more meaningful way. Developing healthier communication skills, a positive and confident sense of self, and working toward strengthening relationships is a primary focus.

If you are seeking understanding and change, you are in the right place. I specialize in working collaboratively with people to explore life's challenges. I believe that all people experience a collection of traumas, big or small, or difficult experiences. I also believe that those experiences often keep us from living the life we want. Whether you are seeking therapy for recovery from a traumatic event, or are just hoping to get to know yourself better, I provide effective approaches for therapy. I believe that all people can find answers, solutions, healing, recovery, and change.

Therapy is a unique experience for each person, and I do my best to keep this in mind each time I meet with someone for the first time who has sought to begin that process with me. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety and stress, a lack of direction, a major life change, difficulties in your relationship or any other barrier to a life filled with satisfaction, meaning and purpose; I will meet you where you are at on that journey and work together with you on goals that you find most important.

My goal with counseling is to offer my clients a gentle, spiritually accepting and loving place to land in safety so that the work of life can be mapped out and a plan made for uplifting and taking control of ones destiny. Human connection blended with a vision for healing is the path I help to forge. As a Spiritual leader for many years, my skill set has been formed from a higher sense of the purpose of life itself as a journey, a quest, a tunnel, from which we do have the skills to emerge into the light. I am here to help you each step of the way.

Welcome! I believe we all have the capacity for healthy growth toward being our best selves, however we define that to be. Sometimes old patterns, past traumas, unhealthy relationships, or unexpected life changes make that process difficult and can obstruct the path forward. My goal as your therapist is to help you decide what change looks like for you and to walk that path with you.

I believe everyone has the capacity to live fulfilling lives and cultivate deep and meaningful relationships with others. However, sometimes challenges from our present or past arise in ways that interfere with our ability to be our fullest selves. My hope is to help you identify and shift what feels like it is blocking you from living and loving yourself and others the way you want to. When we hurt in relationship, it is important to also begin to heal in relationship. My hope is that the therapeutic relationship can be a place for your healing to begin.

It seems that our greatest growth happens during times of pain, confusion, and disappointment. It is my goal as a counselor to help individuals and couples walk through the pain and confusion they are experiencing in order to have more freedom in their lives and relationships. I do come from a Christian perspective and can incorporate different aspects of faith into the healing process for those who are interested.

I believe in the profound healing power of nature and its ability to harmonize the mind, body, and spirit. Being outdoors isn’t just beneficial, its an essential component of human health. It's more than just working with a licensed mental health professional—I am your guide on a transformative journey through nature's healing embrace. In my practice, nature is much more than a backdrop; it's an essential participant in the therapeutic process. The environment in which therapy takes place is just as important as the therapy itself. The natural world is a co-therapist in your journey to well being.

We are wired for connection, and with the potential to grow and live amazing, full lives. However, sometimes we have major obstacles to that growth and connection, whether those obstacles are from the past, or are showing up in the present. But how do we change? Change is one of the most wanted and feared aspects of the human experience. Our most transformative changes come when we are willing to intentionally stretch beyond our comfort zones. This is where therapy can help. I am a therapist practicing evidenced-based, effective therapies that include EMDR, EFT, and CBT.

Do you struggle with your relationship to self and others? Does your nervous system feel chronically dis regulated? Are you abusing substances or stuck in disordered eating behaviors? Does trauma hold you back from moving forward in your life? I get it. Let’s work together to help you find clarity and healing so that you can be your most authentic and free self. While many sessions will be deep and vulnerable, I’ll always bring humor and lightness as well.

Hello. I know looking for a therapist can often be frustrating and requires courage. Taking steps toward your overall wellbeing and health are important. With the severity of stressors in our lives today, it is even more important to address the symptoms like anxiety, fear, depression, isolation, and relationship issues present in our lives. Many times these symptoms are effects of traumas, past and/or present that can include childhood abuse, sexual, physical, and psychological abuse, grief, loss, toxic work environments, navigating difficult family situations, and unexpected news.

Welcome and thank you for taking a moment to visit my profile. Whether something bad has happened or you are struggling with life's challenges, I truly believe in your innate capacity to find healing and transformation through self-acceptance. I have experience treating a wide variety of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, mood disorders and PTSD. My style in the therapy office is energetic, warm, and non-judgmental.

Enhancement of emotional wellness and fitness is the focus of my practice. I get motivated developing strategies to improve emotion/mood regulation, improved performance, life management, and positive adjustments to transitions in life. Good thought management and effective emotion regulation leads to better decision making and that leads to a confident, self assured outlook on life. I am licensed as a professional counselor in both Missouri and Kansas.

I assist adult clients to identify and find healing solutions that prevent them from embracing full rewarding lives. I support and encourage the healing potential of a clients' spirituality and faith. I am certified in EMDR and utilize EMDR to alleviate symptoms of PTSD, trauma and a wide range of psychological diagnoses including anxiety ,depression, and relationship stress. I have experience integrating therapeutic modalities to support clients counseling goals. I utilize Somatic therapies and Mindfulness Centered techniques to educate and train clients in affect self-regulation and stress management

Life can be painful. And when that pain exceeds our ability to cope, it's smart and brave to ask for help. Luckily, help is available! As a trauma therapist, I'm passionate about supporting clients who are dealing with the effects of anxiety, depression, traumatic life experiences, and dissociative disorders. No matter how hopeless the situation may feel, it is possible to get to a place of healing. How do we get there? Let me explain.

The therapeutic relationship seeks to establish safety and provide a calm, comfortable, open-minded, caring environment to problem solve, develop coping and self-care skills, encourage healthy relationships, facilitate growth, self-acceptance, explore past experiences, process trauma, and assist in finding greater meaning and purpose. I actively seek to listen with compassion, humility, and understanding, encouraging a gentle hope, to assist and empower you with the knowledge and skills needed for positive growth and lasting change.

Music has been used as a transformative to tool for thousands of years and has now been proven to be an effective treatment modality for many of life's challenges while promoting wellness for all ages. At Music Therapy Expressions we use this tool in developing unique musical experiences to address your specific goals and needs. Your "sound", "story", and "song" are important and are validated through the belief that we all have the capacity to understand and heal ourselves. No musical experience or instrument is required. Sessions may include listening to music, discussion of lyrics, song writing, singing, or instrumental play.

Trauma of all kinds can have lasting impact. I work to guide clients through their healing process with empathy and understanding. I recognize the complexity of trauma and offer personalized support to help individuals navigate their unique experiences. By fostering a non-judgmental atmosphere, I encourage clients to express their thoughts and emotions openly, facilitating exploration of underlying wounds and their effects on personal growth. Supporting clients in discovering their true selves allows for profound understanding of one's identity, leading to a more authentic and meaningful life.

I have worked in the mental health field here in Prescott for nearly 25 years and enjoy working with the adult population including couples. I hold a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling and am trained in EMDR therapy. I have several years experience using Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT and DBT-s). In addition to EMDR therapy, I work from multiple theories including person centered, CBT, trauma informed careI , as well, I am Level 2 trained in couples counseling through The Gottman Institute.