Emotionally Focused Therapists in Scottsdale, AZ
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Dr. Christine Bielinski
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello. I welcome the opportunity to work with you. I believe change is always possible. Working together as a team, I am committed to YOU and your success in emerging as a braver, more joyful, and fulfilled person. I want you to THRIVE, not just survive in life. People come to me because they oftentimes feel stuck in their lives. I help them identify where they want to go and help them get there. I choose strategies depending upon your specific needs. I am trained in effective modalities including CBT, DBT,
EFT
, including
Emotionally Focused
Couples Therapy, EMDR, Mindfulness, Performance Interventions, and Christian Counseling.
Amanda Loback
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
" I utilize
Emotionally Focused
Therapy, the gold standard of couple's therapy.
The decision to seek therapy can feel difficult and intimidating. Many hesitate to reach out for fear of judgment and shame. I welcome all parts of you and want for you a space where you can feel less guarded and more open to explore. Through compassionate guidance and exploration, we strive to restore broken bonds with self and others. My approach is casual, compassionate and non judgmental. I love rooting for people and all people in all bodies are welcome here.
Brianna Aldrich
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with children, teens, adults, and families. I have extensive training in psychological assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as general mental health challenges. In individual therapy, I believe in a neurodiversity affirming approach that utilizes individual strengths to support areas of challenge. I incorporate strategies from cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, emotional-focused, and interpersonal therapies to help client’s reach their best potential. In family therapy, I utilize
Emotionally Focused
Family Therapy to help families better understand each others’ attachment needs.
Naomi Berry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have training in
EFT
, EMDR, CBT, MBSR and Solution Focused therapy.
I believe we all have the capacity to learn, grow, heal and create long-lasting change. We hold the innate ability to discover and realize our true potential and live an authentic life in line with our deepest values. I view therapy as a shared, supportive, compassionate journey that can help you tune into your authentic self, develop attainable goals and work toward sustainable, meaningful change. By holistically addressing and integrating mind, body and spirit, all kinds of challenges-depression, anxiety, divorce, stress, relationship issues, grief-can be better understood and overcome.
Karey Larsen
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified
Verified
I use the trauma-informed therapy of Brainspotting (BSP), EMDR, Attachment Theory and
Emotionally Focused
Therapy (
EFT
).
Life’s journey is difficult, but you don’t have to navigate it on your own. I am and my aim is to facilitate an environment that is open and welcoming where you can come to find support on your journey. Whether it is gaining a better understanding of your past, building skillsets to support your emotional regulation, or collaboratively exploring current challenges you are facing, my goal is to empower you to live a healthy, balanced life and help you define your own happiness. I have developed the skills to help resolve difficulties and make concrete behavioral changes that will bring about positive change in your life.
Minon Maier
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
I have completed advanced training in
Emotionally Focused
Therapy for couples and families to increased connection in relationships.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide a safe space from the initial contact so you feel comfortable to work on your goals. I want to make this process as comfortable as possible so clients can reach their goals quickly. My approach is collaborative with all clients and all presenting concerns. I believe that each client has their own unique story and I want to validate this story and healing. I work with clients ages 13 years old and up, focusing on individual and relationship issues. My email is minongmaier@gmail.com.
Scottsdale Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MA
Verified
Verified
I love using Narrative and
EFT
modalities.
What courage it takes for you to just be here. Welcome. And thank you for taking this step. Life is challenging and my belief is that even with a little help, you can overcome those challenges and function at your best. The past can be your teacher, and time your healer. My belief is that when we stop fighting the past or our present hardships is when we can THRIVE. I will meet you where you are. We can go from there.
Not accepting new clients
Nicole Acker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am trained in a number of modalities but primarily use EMDR with Structural Dissociation theory, Deep Brain Reorienting, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills and
Emotionally Focused
Therapy (
EFT
).
Therapy provides a unique opportunity to develop a safe and supportive relationship to assist in creating meaningful change. After years of training and practice I have come to realize that this change must involve a deeper healing. As human beings we experience challenges throughout our lives that can feel overwhelming and often traumatic. Without the support, skills or resources in these times we end up needing to develop short term coping strategies that may be causing long term problems. I specialize in working with adult professionals struggling with issues like perfectionism, anxiety, guilt/shame and relationship difficulties.
Nancy Harkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Working with individuals and couples to address discord and trauma, I specialize in
Emotionally Focused
Therapy (
EFT
), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Enneagram and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Are you struggling? Are you isolating to avoid your feelings? Whether you are single or in a relationship these thoughts and feelings maybe persistent and maybe destroying your physical health as well as your mental stability. Do you sometimes think: “I feel like I’m walking through the valley of the shadow of doom” “the world is scary” “I feel like my partner isn’t listening to me” “I feel like my partner doesn’t even care” “I feel all alone”. Have you been thinking or feeling like this? Or does it feel like your relationship is “falling apart”? During this time of great unrest and uncertainty it can sometimes feel OVERWHELMING.
Jerri Shields
Counselor, MC, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have advanced training in Emotional Focused Therapy (
EFT
), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) through the Albert Ellis Institute in New York City.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a private practice located off the 101 and Shea Blvd. I belong to the American Counseling Association (ACA), American Christian Counseling Association (AACC) and a member of the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC). I served on the Board of the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (2013-2019), and as Chairman from (2014-2016, 2017-2018). I was also on the Behavioral Health Rules Subcommittee, Personnel Subcommittee and Counseling Credentialing Committees. I currently volunteer at Scottsdale Bible Church and am an Adjunct Professor at Phoenix Seminary teaching Ethics.
Molly Foley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I treat a range of sexual challenges including Mismatched Desire, Infidelity, Problems with Sexual Functioning (Early Ejaculation, Erectile Dysfunction, Painful Intercourse, etc.), and Sexual Trauma. I currently work under the direct supervision of Isa Jones, LMFT, CST. I am in the process of becoming an AASECT certified as a Sex Therapist at The Buehler Institute California. Additionally, I have received advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (
EFT
), an empirically proven model of couples therapy.
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Jamie Pattee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, MAS, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I have completed
Emotionally Focused
Therapy (
EFT
) training and use this approach with my clients.
I provide a safe, nonjudgemental space for individuals, couples, and families to build strong and healthy relationships. I believes in guiding individuals through life's obstacles with healthy communication, empathy, and openness, all to ensure change and personal growth with every client.
Rachel Amanda Freidus
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am certified in IFS, I have advanced training in
Emotionally Focused
Couples Therapy (
EFT
), and basic training in IFIO (IFS couples therapy) and EMDR.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, who cares deeply about helping people heal, become their best selves, achieve their goals and improve their relationships. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space, where you will feel heard, seen and accepted. As your therapist, I will collaborate with you in the work that we do together.
Naomi Berry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have training in EMDR, IFS,
EFT
, CBT, SE, DBT and Solution Focused therapy.
I believe we all have the capacity to learn, grow, heal and create long-lasting change. We hold the innate ability to discover and realize our true potential and live an authentic life in line with our deepest values. I view therapy as a shared, supportive, compassionate journey that can help you tune into your authentic self, develop attainable goals and work toward sustainable, meaningful change. By holistically addressing and integrating mind, body and spirit, all kinds of challenges-depression, anxiety, divorce, stress, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, and trauma-can be better understood and overcome.
Lea Barber
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am trained in PREPARE-ENRICH for premarital counseling, as well as
Emotionally Focused
Therapy (
EFT
) and EMDR.
I am passionate about creating a supportive, empathetic environment where my clients feel empowered and encouraged to open up and be their authentic selves. When we feel safe and accepted for who we are, we can step forward and be vulnerable, which in turn allows us to foster deeper connections with ourselves and our loved ones. This is the therapeutic environment that I strive towards, through a mixture of warmth, humor and authenticity. Together, we can work to understand attachment injuries that shape us and our relationships, and generate insight-based change. This space is for you.
Holly Nelson
Counselor, MS, LPC, CMHC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I strive to empower each client to find and use new awareness to enhance and change their lives. I provide empathy, support, knowledge, and experience to guide my clients through the process of change. As a counselor, I care deeply for my clients and I will bring all of my knowledge and skills to assist you in making the changes you wish to make. I practice with a focus on person-centered therapy and attachment-based theory to explain and understand human behavior. I am trained in EMDR,
Emotionally Focused
Couples Therapy, DBT, & Gottman. I am working towards additional certifications in sex and eating disorder specialties.
Kelly Ontiveros
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I have received advanced training in
Emotionally Focused
Couple Therapy (
EFT
), and am skilled at helping couples recover from affairs, address losses of intimacy and connection, strengthen attachment, and adjust to life stressors.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I understand the importance of creating a safe and non-judgmental space for you to find your best self. I specialize in treating issues in marital connection and intimacy, affair recovery, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss. After completing my master's work, I gained extensive training in psychodynamic therapy, which addresses family of origin issues, wounding messages from childhood, and attachment styles expressed in relationships.
Cara Havens
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am passionate about coming alongside others in a compassionate and collaborative way. I work from an attachment-based, trauma informed, mindfulness framework. I have training in
EFT
, a therapeutic modality that helps couples create safe and secure connection. I also utilize nervous system regulation and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I believe that it takes strength and courage to share our stories, and that transformation happens when we are seen and heard from a compassionate place. I consider it an honor to walk alongside others on that journey and provide that space where healing can occur.
R. Sean Rollinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral,
Emotionally Focused
, Post Induction, and Gestalt Therapies.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of Enso Counseling, LLC. Enso Counseling is a counseling practice that focuses on helping clients overcome the multitude of obstacles associated with relationships and interpersonal communication, while addressing issues of anxiety, depression, addiction, codependency, and childhood relational trauma. I have built my practice working with individuals, couples, and families.
Tara S Verhagen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have advanced training in
Emotionally Focused
Therapy and Prepare-Enrich for premarital couples.
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals, families, and couples to strengthen their relationships with others and themselves. I take a collaborative approach with you to understand your experience and guide you toward personal growth, emotional awareness, and healthy relationships. I have 10 years experience working with individuals who struggle with mental health and families who have children that require special care including autism, mental, and physical disabilities.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.