Asperger's Syndrome Therapists in Tempe, AZ

I believe that counseling is about empowering us to make the positive changes in our lives that we believe we need to live a fulfilling and happy life. Sometimes we have learned dysfunctional thought processes from the experiences life has provided us. Having a trusted professional to help us sift through our beliefs and thoughts in a non judgmental way can provide us with a different perspective, can enables us to make the changes that we already know we need to make, but have been unable to make happen.

Trouble emotional/behavioral flexibility-Anxiety, Codependency,PTSD, Dissassociation? Struggling with anxiety-feeling numb or down in life? I have worked with the most World Class industry leaders and trained in most cutting edge therapies. We offer a down to Earth- "Whole Person Approach"-individualized planning with cutting edge tools-SEP,EMDR, Brainspotting, FSAP, CBT, DBT, PIT, CSAT-C, Licensed Substance Use, Certified Life Coach/Hypnotherapy, Brain Mapping/NeuroBiofeedback, CSAT model, Pia Melody’s PIT, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Meadows Trained & Somatic Experiencing Training Assistant. We are good with simple or complex ca

I am an experienced therapist who finds healing in humor, travel, diversity, great food, and a whole lot of bad words. I enjoy working with adults 18+ on a variety of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, vocational and academic concerns, relationship distress, travel fatigue, immigration and cultural concerns, parenting, and more. If you feel lost, out of touch, have a case of the "blahs", or just really don't know where those pieces of happiness are hiding in your life, I've got therapy GPS...so let's go find them.

My ideal client is someone who is willing to try and not perfect. I feel everyone has a story to tell and I love listening to people and learning about them as well as developing a plan. I tend to pivot and figure out what each client needs not what I want to do. I am trained in most cutting edge modalities so I like to give you the chance to see and try different tools. I love doing some experiential components. I work a lot with anxiety/depression and PTSD which are often the symptoms which often unravel other things.

The Arizona Psychology Clinic offers Neuropsychological and Psychological Testing Services for ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Autism, Gifted IQ, Twice Exceptional and Personality Issues. Additionally, testing for accommodations on Standardized Tests such as the SAT, ACT and GRE is also offered. Testing protocols for receiving accommodations within school and college settings are a focus of the practice as well.

I am a Licensed Psychologist who works with individuals, couples, and families. My therapy clients range from ages 4 to 80 and I see a variety of treatment issues including, but not limited to, behavior problems, ADHD, learning disability, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship concerns, and life adjustment. My philosophy is that the therapy session belongs to the client, and everyone's needs are different. Therefore, I tailor my approach to each individual client. I aim to provide emotional support as well as teach tactics and strategies to help my clients reach beyond their comfort zone to accomplish their goals.

“We never have to be stuck in the moment of our negative experiences. You never have to be a victim to external circumstances or internal emotions. We all possess the power to control our emotions and thoughts while shaping our destiny in the healthiest manner through action.” Are you stressed out and anxious? Does it feel no matter how hard you try, you can’t seem to be happy? Are you struggling with feeling sad all the time? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here.

I am the best fit for a family who has children between the ages from birth to 24 years old. I offer support to families who are struggling with challenging behaviors from their children and adolescents in home or at school. I offer a unique systemic approach that includes parents in the treatment process that is not found in many other practices. This systemic approach is extremely affective and helps keep parents in the loop and helps families complete the treatment goal faster than other approaches. As I believe therapy for children should be brief and solution focused so they can get back to being a happy kid.

My goal as a therapist is to assist clients with reaching individualized and interpersonal recovery goals. The populations I work with include adults, young adults, teens, and . pre-teens. I also specialize in treating LGBTQ+ community. My specialties include (but are not limited to the following areas): Developmental Trauma, Overall Trauma-Related issues, Personality Disorders (ex: Borderline, Avoidant, Dependent, etc.), SMI-based (ex: Bipolar, Schizoaffective, Paranoia, and MDD), and Neurodiversity (ex: ADHD, Autism, and OCD). I utilize an individualized approach with necessary modalities for client-based needs.

Choosing to seek therapy can be a difficult and stressful decision, one that takes a lot of personal strength and courage. It's my goal to create a therapeutic environment that feels comfortable and safe for my clients. I work with clients to address their specific needs and identified goals. I understand that each client's personal journey is unique, therefore, my approach is tailored to fit each individuals specific needs. My therapeutic style is direct but supportive. Ultimately, my goal is to assist clients with achieving personal growth and increased happiness. EMDR therapy, individual counseling and couples counseling.

Accepting new clients. Brenna is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has experience in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, parenting, relationships, and various adjustments. She provides individual and family therapy to children and adults. She uses an empathetic, non judgmental, and sincere approach to build rapport which she believes is key in the therapeutic process. She considers herself to have a direct approach and believes in helping clients to build insight into themselves, understand unhealthy patterns, and discover root causes to their challenges.

I have worked with kids and their families for over 25 years. My favorite children and teens are strong willed, capable, and smart (academic and/or common sense). I see kids ranging from 3 year old to college students. Some of the most common issues that I work with are ADD/ADHD, Oppositional/Defiant, Depression, Anxiety and Bipolar Disorders. Other general issues are poor social skills, difficulty with frustration, poor communication skills and parent-child conflict. Because so many of the families that I see are struggling with how get along easily, I prefer to include parents whenever possible.

I am a licensed therapist who provides a safe nurturing environment for children, adolescents, and adults focus on relationship, well-being, and mental health issues. I focus on topics such as life adjustment, depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, life transitions, ADHD, autism spectrum and neurodivergent individuals, and attachment issues. I specializes in trauma and childhood attachment issues which tend to impede emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual growth. I also have an extensive background in assisting individuals with co-dependency.

We all have challenges. Admittedly some are objectively harder than others but our own challenges are unique to each of us and can seem devastating from our perspective. I would like to help you work through yours. I am not going to give you platitudes. Instead, I want to help you learn to accept, cope, cry if you need to, and then get back up! It’s not easy, but you can do hard things! As a college professor, and my background in medicine, my natural instinct is to make sure you understand both the biological and psychological reasons behind your troubles and then we work together to put YOU back in control of your life.

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 overcome loss and tragedy to get here, I have experienced first-hand how trained professionals can help us find our ways past such obstacles. I have worked for years as a speech therapist specializing in helping children with disabilities and different abilities to master the skills necessary to succeed. I have also served as a missionary to Kenya, and I continue to work with the disadvantaged both locally and abroad.

Accepting New Clients -Telehealth & In-Person appts available. I am ready and willing to provide a safe space to help you and/or your loved one face and take on any life stressors. This can include anything contributing to anxiety, depression, relational problems, unhealthy coping skills, self-esteem issues and much more! Telehealth and/or in person are offered for individuals, couples, families, teens, young adults, and adults. I’d love to answer any questions/ concerns. Please reach out!

Every individual has their needs and wants in life. I work with individuals, couples, or families to achieve goals to maintain a more meaningful lifestyle. My strength is an honest approach so that people know that I am being genuine with them and that I amwith them in the moment. I help people to find out what gets in the way of them being effective in everyday life and help them look to a healthier future. I believe that everyone has the power in themselves to change, and that everyone needs help sometimes to keep moving forward.