Emotionally Focused Therapists in Tempe, AZ
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Kim Chaves Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified
Verified
My training includes certificates in
Emotionally Focused
Couples Therapy and the Prepare/Enrich Marital Assessment.
I am passionate about supporting individuals as they make sense of their own unique story and its impact on them. For those who desire a faith based perspective, I enjoy helping people find healing within the context of their relationship with God. Since it is within healthy, connected relationships that growth takes place, my approach with clients includes collaboratively building a strong, therapeutic relationship that will create a foundation for change.
Waitlist for new clients
Pamela Green
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Pamela Green is trained in a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Strength Based Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT),
Emotionally Focused
Therapy, and EMDR.
Pamela Green is a Licensed Associate Counselor in Arizona who works with a variety of individuals, particularly adults. Many of Pamela's clients come in to address challenges in their life including, anxiety, depression, codependency, boundaries, life stressors, recent or past trauma, and grief. Pamela has experience working with mood and anxiety disorders, personality disorders, and adjustment and PTSD disorders. Pamela utilizes a number of approaches to aid clients in making decisions and resolve areas of difficulty in their lives.
Tyler Williams
Counselor, MA
Verified
Verified
I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches including: Cognitive Behavioral,
Emotionally Focused
, Solution Focused, Strengths Based, and Person Centered.
It was out of my experience pursuing different professional endeavors after getting my degree in Business Marketing - small business start ups, non-profit development and management, career advisement, and teaching art workshops to adults and teens - that I discovered my passion for walking with teens, adults, and couples through counseling. This process led to my getting my Master of Arts in Counseling and has shaped a caring understanding of others who grapple with life’s challenges, disappointments, traumas, unmet longings, and distant dreams.
Alicja B Stewart
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
in Psychology from Northern Arizona University; having been extensively trained in
Emotionally Focused
Therapy with Sue Johnson and Developmental Model equipped me to effectively help couples.
Life with its transitions can be stressful and overwhelming. Even positive changes trigger distress. On this challenging path I offer my extensive training and experience to provide guidance helping you overcome obstacles to feeling better, to increase your curiosity and exploration of your self-growth, to understand yourself deeply, your relationship concerns; to make possible your working through the difficult situation. I have been successfully working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Together we identify long or short-term life difficulties such as helplessness, low self-esteem, relationship problems; we work them through, and increase satisfaction and meaning of life.
Eileen Filippone
Counselor, MS, LAC, CCTS
Verified
Verified
I have additional training in trauma, EMDR, divorce mediation, family/couple relationships, and
EFT
(
emotionally focused
therapy).
Life can be difficult for even the most fortunate individuals. You may struggle with life transitions such as a death, divorce, job change, or relationship problems. You may experience feelings of inadequacy, depression, and loss of confidence when trying to confront these challenges. When challenges become a source of stress, it is common to struggle with feelings of failure, insecurity, shame, and loneliness. I take a compassionate, non-judgmental stance to help you address your concerns, needs and desired outcomes. My aim is to help you gain the clarity, strategies, and confidence to overcome obstacles and achieve your goals.
Teri Ehlers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
As a trained EMDR, DBT and
EFT
therapist I utilize a holistic approach.
Parenting doesn't come naturally to all of us, and that is OK! Are you finding yourself filled with fear? Or thinking you are not a good parent? If you answered yes, you are not alone! One in 6 moms describe symptoms of postpartum depression or anxiety and 1 in 10 Dads. When I was a new Mom I experienced PPD without available resources. This is not true for today! I want to share tools to help you thrive during this important time. The skills you aquire will help you today and throughout your life.
Veronica Ramirez
Licensed Associate Counselor, LAC
Verified
Verified
I am trained in EMDR and
EFT
.
Now Accepting New Clients. I work with adults in individual therapy or adults in couples therapy. Most people I work with experience anxiety, depression, are dealing with conflicts in their relationships, and are in the process of adjusting to life's changes and stressors. I welcome anyone who desires healing and change. This is a supervised private practice. It is owned and/or managed by a master’s level, non-independent licensee under Board-approved clinical supervision pursuant to A.A.C. R4-6-211. The Board-approved clinical supervisor of this practice is: Ashley Gunn, LPC-17929.
Zach Lucero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
My interventions include CBT, mindfulness practice and systemic therapies such as: Narrative, Family Systems, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and
Emotionally Focused
Therapy to assist clients in improving impaired attachment bonds within relationships as well as building emotional and mental strength and well-being in working through issues in life.
Have you ever worried about your relationship? Your child? Your own well-being? You are not alone, especially during these times. Change is constant in our life, but seeking help is a beneficial step in finding direction on your journey. I work with couples and families experiencing discord and individuals seeking solace during times of strife. My empathic and mindful style aids in my ability to establish a solid foundation of trust and rapport necessary for a healing relationship. We will work together as I believe in a collaborative approach as you are the expert on you, and I am here to offer clinical guidance to nurture growth.
Liz Hatch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I primarily utilize
Emotionally Focused
Therapy (
EFT
) in the hopes of identifying barriers to connection and healing within the relationship.
Firstly, I applaud you in the challenge of finding a therapist that you may jive with. My ultimate hope is to help my clients break down that walls that life's difficulties cause us to build. I work with couples, families, and individuals struggling with relationships, life transitions, anxiety, depression, parenting, and trauma. People often find themselves stuck in the same cycle with inability to change it - my focus is interrupting that cycle and experiencing positive change.
Jessica Lambros
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I specialize in trauma with training in EMDR, Sensorimotor, KAP, Hypnotherapy, Psychodrama,
EFT
therapy.
As a trauma-focused therapist and healer I work from a holistic approach to integrate mind, body and spirit with my clients. I believe that we are all living out of our perspective of our story and with each new day comes the opportunity to understand and develop that story more. I deeply understand the need for attachment with ourselves and others, so I consider it an honor to walk alongside my clients and help them gain insight into their stories. I work with adults, children, teens and families to help them with a variety of issues based on trust and connection.
Waitlist for new clients
Jessica Alvarez
Counselor, LAC
Verified
Verified
I achieve this by using
emotionally focused
therapy.
I understand that starting therapy can be an intimidating process. I also understand that each person enters therapy at a different place in their mental health journey. While I have experience with a diverse clientele, at my core, I am a relationship therapist. By this, I mean I specialize in helping clients connect to their relationships with themselves, partner(s), family members, or peers. I am here to guide you and make this process as simple as possible. I believe you are the expert in your own life. My role is to offer a safe and nonjudgmental stance and provided unbiased insight.
Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have completed training in
Emotionally Focused
Therapy and am working toward certification in
EFT
.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I seek to provide a comfortable and nonjudgmental environment to work through life’s challenges. I offer support to individuals, couples, and families by promoting vulnerability, healing and connection. I utilize evidence based approaches that are clinically shown to improve relationships. Through a comprehensive assessment, I seek to understand how personal experiences, family history, culture, spirituality, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, race, life stage, and relationship patterns influence well being and current challenges.
Jessica Lowrance
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Along with building a meaningful and attuned therapeutic relationship, I use EMDR,
EFT
, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy to help you heal from trauma and improve your relationships.
Maya Angelou said, “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” I agree! Our stories are a part of who we are, and they shape our experiences. When we share our stories, we can heal from trauma, connect with others, and grow as individuals. I help individuals and couples explore the themes of attachment and connection in their stories, or lack thereof, which are essential to healing and growth. I use an attachment-focused lens to help you understand how your life experiences have shaped your current relationships and sense of self, so you can feel confident in your next chapter because you know the author.
Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have completed an externship in
Emotionally Focused
Therapy (
EFT
), and am a leader in the intensive therapeutic services within the clinic.
My specialization is in relational concerns and intensive client care; I have years of experience working with individuals, couples, family dynamics and intensive cases addressing a wide variety of issues. I know that making the decision to come to therapy is a difficult one and I work to provide a safe and neutral environment within the therapy office for clients to share vulnerabilities, and take the desired steps toward change. I begin each client relationship with a comprehensive assessment to thoroughly understand the challenges, and will work collaboratively in setting goals to provide measurable structure to the process.
Lisa M. Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, MPA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am trained in
Emotionally Focused
Therapy, Gottman Method, and CBT.
Infidelity, conflict, communication problems, lack of intimacy? I can help. I am devoted to strengthening couples through helping restore connections, create new healthy interactions, and develop safe and secure bonds. I create a safe, non-judgmental place to work through many of life's challenges. My approach to the struggles within a couples relationships is to identify the negative cycle that keeps couples from connecting, understanding their attachment needs, and expressing their emotions. I utilize
Emotionally Focused
Therapy and Gottman Method to improve relationships, develop stronger connections and meaningful communication.
Waitlist for new clients
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.
Claudette Waite New Point Of View Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, C-DBT, EMDR
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
I am trained in Emotional Focused Couples Therapy (
EFT
) CBT, REBT, SFBT.
"Shame cannot survive being spoken and being met with empathy" Brene Brown. My goal is to support your healing, to hold a sacred space that feels safe to you and where you no longer feel alone in your pain. I specialize in helping people with attachment / relationship wounding trauma , family disconnection/dysfunction, divorce, codependency, self-esteem, and relationship problems. If you struggle with fear of abandonment, unstable relationships and self-image I can help. If you struggle with not being good enough, chronic feelings of unworthiness, control, the need to be perfect and comparing yourself to others, then call me.
Julia Russomanno
Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have also completed the
EFT
externship.
In my work as a therapist I bring not only experience but also cutting edge counseling techniques to my practice. I believe that there can be no more important life decision than making the choice to heal and leave behind unhealthy patterns. To help my clients reach those goals, I consider each individual uniquely and work to see each situation holistically. By working closely with each person and choosing the proper changes needed to achieve a positive outcome, we are able to move forward and devise a creative and distinctive plan. I create a supportive and safe environment where my clients can learn and grow.
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.
Nick Puchalski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Emotionally Focused
Couple Therapy (
EFT
) helps couples navigate relational issues with up to a 75% success rate, making it one of the top approaches for helping partners.
I enjoy helping couples of all types heal, strengthen and enhance their relationships. By creating a warm and inviting environment through respect, humor and authentic relational connection, couples feel safe and welcome. This allows me to provide support for partners that feel lost or disconnected in their relationship and want to rediscover the love they have for each other. Feeling disconnected from our partner can cause emotional disharmony, which can greatly impact other areas of the relationship including intimacy, finances, and communication. ---------------------THERE IS HOPE!----------------------
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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.