Family Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ

“ Family dysfunction rolls from generation to generation like a fire in the woods taking down everything in its path until one person, in one generation, has the courage to turn and face the flames. That person brings peace to his ancestors and spares the children that follow.” — Terry Real. Taking a step towards therapy is an act of bravery. An act that can begin to open up space for healing in your life or in your relationships.

Realize you are LGBTQ+ in a conservative family and wonder how or if to tell them? Immigrated or third culture kid and trying to adjust? Want to know your partner better before you marry or expand your family ? Need a psychological evaluation? Trying to build the life you want to live while balancing priorities and navigating hiccups in life can be challenging. I am here to support you as you connect to your inner wisdom that helps you build the life you want to live. I am particularly attuned to supporting multicultural couples, faith transitions, and sexual trauma.

Many of my clients have not felt comfortable or helped by previous therapists. Experience and professional success are vital to working in the mental health field. I am experienced in individual and couples counseling. My work is focused on helping people with their depression, relationship issues, grief, anxiety, illness, family issues and health problems. I love my career and have invaluable life experience in addition to years of professional supervision. I am comfortable with people from all different backgrounds.Having been in therapy myself helps me to be a better therapist and to assist my clients with non judgement and compassion.

Do you want to navigate your life with intention ? You can feel successful in your work, family and home life again. Unaddressed emotional hurts become heightened during times of stress which can lead to feeling disconnected & overwhelmed. Let me help you gain the tools necessary to thrive in this unprecedented time. Your life & routine may have been altered but you don't have to feel stuck and lost, I can help you get back to feeling joy and happiness again. Together we can develop strategies and tools to help guide you back to experiencing security, balance, confidence and joy again.

**Currently accepting new patients** Jennifer is a certified trauma therapist with over 15 years of experience treating and supporting individuals across the lifespan in various settings. She has an eclectic, strength based approach utilizing diverse theoretical approaches, including holistic and behavioral neuroscience, to address the root cause of behavioral trauma patterns. Jennifer partners with her clients offering an integrative, compassionate, and collaborative therapeutic relationship. Understanding everyone's journey is unique, she strives to cultivate an individualized, safe, and authentic healing experience.

"Healing comes when we choose to walk away from darkness and move towards a brighter light." Dieter F. Uchtdorf's words echo the message I try to share with each of my clients. I work from a strengths-based perspective and believe each individual possesses unique skills and abilities to overcome struggles. I strive to create an environment of safety, allowing individuals to explore difficult issues by shining light on the situation and helping each person connect with their truth.

Marjorie Schulte is a Psychotherapist with over 40 years experience. She is a licensed clinical social worker; a transactional analyst; board certified diplomate in clinical social work; board certified diplomate in the American Psychotherapy Association and a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy . Marjorie has a general clinical practice with a specialty in resolving relationship conflicts. She is a consultant on teaching and communicating about effective skills for successful and healthy living. Marjorie's style is forthright and interactive. Clients are expected to assume personal responsibility.

Feeling depressed or anxious? Having difficulties in your marriage/relationships? I am committed to helping you to make positive changes to cope with your problems as quickly and effectively as possible, with all the tools at my disposal.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Therapy With Heart. I know that making the decision to seek therapy takes courage, and feeling safe and comfortable are the first steps in creating personal change. With this as a backdrop, I structure our sessions around mindfulness and emphasizing your strengths while collaborating together to find the answers that work for YOU. I also strive to help provide you with the tools necessary to continue growing outside the therapy session.

PCS has over 40 years of experience offering outpatient psychological care. We have more than 25 therapists to provide individual, marriage, family , and group counseling. We help people with depression, anxiety, sex addiction and other compulsive disorders among other life issues. Search and learn about our clinical therapists by visiting our website www.pcsearle.com. And feel free to call and speak to any of our friendly schedulers about appointment scheduling and fees.

** Accepting new clients at our Scottsdale office. Immediate appointment availability** I have a Doctorate in Behavioral Health and am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 18 years of clinical experience. I am passionate about whole body wellness and assisting others to expand their capacity for happiness while reducing stress effects and disease in the body. I offer adult therapy treatment for: Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Life Changes, Stress Related Issues, Relationship Issues, Blended Family Issues, Divorce, Mindful Birthing Preparation and Postpartum Depression/Anxiety.

Dr. Bantel is experienced in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and specializes in working with children and adolescents. Dr. Bantel completed his Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology at the Arizona School of Professional Psychology, Argosy University - Phoenix. His training and experience has included work in community mental health settings, outpatient substance abuse programs, schools, crisis work, hospitals, residential settings, and private practices. He completed APA accredited internship at Casa Pacifica Centers for Children and Families in Camarillo California.

I provide clinical and forensic services that include individualized therapy, diagnostic testing and evaluations for criminal, family and immigration courts. I am also an approved evaluator and therapy provider for the AZ Medical Board and the AZ Board of Nursing.

The focus of my practice is to create a safe and accepting space for individuals and families to work through life's challenges and strengthen resiliency skills. We may not have control over all of our circumstances but we each have the capacity to develop healthy skills to cope with adversity. I believe healthy attachments are a critical part of healing, particularly with children and adolescents. Therefore, I take a family systems approach when working with youth. I'm trained and experienced in working with female survivors of intimate partner violence and use trauma-focused approaches in their journey to healing.