Lesbian Therapists in Tempe, AZ
Today's Depression, Anxiety, Anger, and Trauma stems from a historical place. My goal as your therapist is to process, unprocessed memory that's holding you back from living your best life. Let's explore your challenges with insecurities, lack of confidence, and fear. Let's explore what identifies your purpose. Welcome couples! Let's explore what is affecting communication and intimacy.
Today's Depression, Anxiety, Anger, and Trauma stems from a historical place. My goal as your therapist is to process, unprocessed memory that's holding you back from living your best life. Let's explore your challenges with insecurities, lack of confidence, and fear. Let's explore what identifies your purpose. Welcome couples! Let's explore what is affecting communication and intimacy.
I take an action-oriented approach: I will work together with you to co-create a space where you heal the painful memories that hold you back, so you can move toward what's important to you. I want to see you take hold of life. I am a licensed professional counselor with experience across a broad spectrum. I graduated from the Arizona State University, Master of Counseling program in 2009. My areas of expertise include EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
I take an action-oriented approach: I will work together with you to co-create a space where you heal the painful memories that hold you back, so you can move toward what's important to you. I want to see you take hold of life. I am a licensed professional counselor with experience across a broad spectrum. I graduated from the Arizona State University, Master of Counseling program in 2009. My areas of expertise include EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 10+ years of experience in mental health. I believe in the power of story—our narratives hold strength, resilience, and truth. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for high-achieving Black women and femmes navigating racialized trauma, anxiety, burnout, and body shame. Using EMDR, Brainspotting, and somatic work, I help clients move beyond survival to healing, joy, and self-trust. If you're ready to embrace rest, liberation, and a life where you're fully seen, I’d love to support you.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 10+ years of experience in mental health. I believe in the power of story—our narratives hold strength, resilience, and truth. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for high-achieving Black women and femmes navigating racialized trauma, anxiety, burnout, and body shame. Using EMDR, Brainspotting, and somatic work, I help clients move beyond survival to healing, joy, and self-trust. If you're ready to embrace rest, liberation, and a life where you're fully seen, I’d love to support you.
Who I work with:
My passion is working with couples as well as individuals facing anxiety, depression or relationship issues. I commonly work with couples on addressing infidelity, addressing emotional distance, confronting parenting challenges, experiencing major life transitions or struggling with recurrent conflict that is eroding the quality of connection.
Who I work with:
My passion is working with couples as well as individuals facing anxiety, depression or relationship issues. I commonly work with couples on addressing infidelity, addressing emotional distance, confronting parenting challenges, experiencing major life transitions or struggling with recurrent conflict that is eroding the quality of connection.
Hello, my name is Marlayna Anderson. As your therapist, my mission is to be sensitive to your beliefs and values by providing you with a supportive non-judgmental safe space that allows you to open up and talk freely. Together we well work on identifying your goals and get to the core of what is concerning you in your everyday life; whether that be challenges from a past or current relationship, work/school, family conflicts, anxiety or grief. My aim is to elevate you in achieving your full potential!
Hello, my name is Marlayna Anderson. As your therapist, my mission is to be sensitive to your beliefs and values by providing you with a supportive non-judgmental safe space that allows you to open up and talk freely. Together we well work on identifying your goals and get to the core of what is concerning you in your everyday life; whether that be challenges from a past or current relationship, work/school, family conflicts, anxiety or grief. My aim is to elevate you in achieving your full potential!
I work with women, women of color, Latinas, young adults, and professionals who are tired of living in survival mode and want to feel more grounded, confident, and at ease. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, trauma, and relationship or family dynamics, especially when navigating cultural expectations, boundaries, and identity.
In therapy, we’ll look at the patterns that keep you feeling stuck or overwhelmed. My approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and holistic, with a strong focus on nervous system regulation and deeper healing. I use EMDR therapy for trauma.
I work with women, women of color, Latinas, young adults, and professionals who are tired of living in survival mode and want to feel more grounded, confident, and at ease. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, trauma, and relationship or family dynamics, especially when navigating cultural expectations, boundaries, and identity.
In therapy, we’ll look at the patterns that keep you feeling stuck or overwhelmed. My approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and holistic, with a strong focus on nervous system regulation and deeper healing. I use EMDR therapy for trauma.
Currently accepting new clients! Whether you're new to therapy or have been on this journey for some time, I deeply understand the courage and energy it takes to reach out and seek support. I specialize in working with women who are navigating symptoms of anxiety, depression, developmental trauma, as well as postpartum depression and anxiety.
Trauma can profoundly affect both the mind and body, creating barriers to the life you envision for yourself. Together, we will work to identify and remove those blocks, clearing the path toward a more fulfilling and empowered future.
Currently accepting new clients! Whether you're new to therapy or have been on this journey for some time, I deeply understand the courage and energy it takes to reach out and seek support. I specialize in working with women who are navigating symptoms of anxiety, depression, developmental trauma, as well as postpartum depression and anxiety.
Trauma can profoundly affect both the mind and body, creating barriers to the life you envision for yourself. Together, we will work to identify and remove those blocks, clearing the path toward a more fulfilling and empowered future.
**Now accepting new clients** If you are struggling with an addiction, you have found the right person to help you. My experience spans multiple areas of substance addictions and process addictions (e.g. substances, pornography, sex, gambling, eating disorders, co-dependency). You will be welcomed in a non-judgmental, unbiased, caring, and empathetic fashion. I am a multi-cultural counselor, LGBT friendly and can speak Spanish. I have worked with young adults through older adults. We offer many groups: Substance Abuse and Addiction; DBT, Anger Mgmt, Divorce, and many others. Please call if you are ready to make a change.
**Now accepting new clients** If you are struggling with an addiction, you have found the right person to help you. My experience spans multiple areas of substance addictions and process addictions (e.g. substances, pornography, sex, gambling, eating disorders, co-dependency). You will be welcomed in a non-judgmental, unbiased, caring, and empathetic fashion. I am a multi-cultural counselor, LGBT friendly and can speak Spanish. I have worked with young adults through older adults. We offer many groups: Substance Abuse and Addiction; DBT, Anger Mgmt, Divorce, and many others. Please call if you are ready to make a change.
Hi, I'm Kim Watkins, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience working in mental healthcare, helping clients move from surviving to thriving. My ideal client faces challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, or phobias and feels stuck or overwhelmed. They want tools to cope, build resilience, and regain a sense of balance. Their goals include personal growth, improved communication, and enhanced well-being to lead a more fulfilling life. They value self-improvement and seek counseling to navigate their struggles, working collaboratively to achieve progress and thrive.
Hi, I'm Kim Watkins, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience working in mental healthcare, helping clients move from surviving to thriving. My ideal client faces challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, or phobias and feels stuck or overwhelmed. They want tools to cope, build resilience, and regain a sense of balance. Their goals include personal growth, improved communication, and enhanced well-being to lead a more fulfilling life. They value self-improvement and seek counseling to navigate their struggles, working collaboratively to achieve progress and thrive.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years' experience in behavioral health who specializes in working with adults, emerging adults, and couples struggling with trauma responses, depression, anxiety, racial/cultural issues, relationships, crisis management, or difficult life adjustments. I provide telehealth in AZ and Minnesota; I am excited to work with anyone who is ready to start learning how to prioritize themself towards healing and self-growth.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years' experience in behavioral health who specializes in working with adults, emerging adults, and couples struggling with trauma responses, depression, anxiety, racial/cultural issues, relationships, crisis management, or difficult life adjustments. I provide telehealth in AZ and Minnesota; I am excited to work with anyone who is ready to start learning how to prioritize themself towards healing and self-growth.
Are you stuck in painful relationship patterns? Feeling anxious, emotionally shutdown, or like you're always waiting for something to go wrong? You might look high-functioning on the outside, but inside you're exhausted, disconnected, and wondering why you keep ending up in the same place no matter how hard you try.
Are you stuck in painful relationship patterns? Feeling anxious, emotionally shutdown, or like you're always waiting for something to go wrong? You might look high-functioning on the outside, but inside you're exhausted, disconnected, and wondering why you keep ending up in the same place no matter how hard you try.
I offer a free 50-minute phone consultation to see if we’re a good fit. Please note that consultations are conducted exclusively over the phone.
My ideal client wants to grow, heal, and move forward but often feels stuck in pain from the past. Anxiety, addiction, depression, stress, and self-sabotaging behaviors can be signs of unresolved trauma. Many of my clients have experienced grief, loss, trauma, neglect, toxic relationships, or deep rejection. I create a space that’s supportive and challenging. One where you’ll be fully validated, held accountable, and never left to face it alone.
I offer a free 50-minute phone consultation to see if we’re a good fit. Please note that consultations are conducted exclusively over the phone.
My ideal client wants to grow, heal, and move forward but often feels stuck in pain from the past. Anxiety, addiction, depression, stress, and self-sabotaging behaviors can be signs of unresolved trauma. Many of my clients have experienced grief, loss, trauma, neglect, toxic relationships, or deep rejection. I create a space that’s supportive and challenging. One where you’ll be fully validated, held accountable, and never left to face it alone.
Guided Journeys Ketamine-Assisted Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC, PAT
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85284
At Guided Journeys, our mission as Licensed Professional Counselors is to offer Ketamine Therapy in a safe, supportive environment, combining the transformative effects of psychedelics with psychotherapy. Research shows that while Psychedelics itself may provide some relief, it is within the safety, preparation, and the therapeutic connection and integration that is the true catalyst for healing and long-lasting change.
At Guided Journeys, our mission as Licensed Professional Counselors is to offer Ketamine Therapy in a safe, supportive environment, combining the transformative effects of psychedelics with psychotherapy. Research shows that while Psychedelics itself may provide some relief, it is within the safety, preparation, and the therapeutic connection and integration that is the true catalyst for healing and long-lasting change.
From an outside perspective, you’ve got it together. But inside, do you feel like a bumbling cartoon character trying to keep your 27 hats balanced on your head while juggling 14 balls… ? Are you going through a life transition and feeling bombarded with stress, anxiety, depression, maybe some imposter syndrome? Does your inner bully like to smack you sometimes, or your past self sabotaging behaviors run across the stage….again? Life transitions can be overwhelming and daunting - especially if you keep telling yourself you "SHOULD" be fine!
From an outside perspective, you’ve got it together. But inside, do you feel like a bumbling cartoon character trying to keep your 27 hats balanced on your head while juggling 14 balls… ? Are you going through a life transition and feeling bombarded with stress, anxiety, depression, maybe some imposter syndrome? Does your inner bully like to smack you sometimes, or your past self sabotaging behaviors run across the stage….again? Life transitions can be overwhelming and daunting - especially if you keep telling yourself you "SHOULD" be fine!
Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85283
I truly believe that therapy can be a transformative and rewarding process when facing the challenges of life. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment to encourage honest communication and trust between partners and family members. Curiosity, humor and understanding are often a part my work in therapy to help clients identify goals, create a plan, and work to make positive changes. As part of the therapy process, I utilize the most effective therapy approaches and techniques when addressing communication issues, infidelity, pre-marital preparation, intimacy, and family conflict.
I truly believe that therapy can be a transformative and rewarding process when facing the challenges of life. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment to encourage honest communication and trust between partners and family members. Curiosity, humor and understanding are often a part my work in therapy to help clients identify goals, create a plan, and work to make positive changes. As part of the therapy process, I utilize the most effective therapy approaches and techniques when addressing communication issues, infidelity, pre-marital preparation, intimacy, and family conflict.
Arizona Marriage & Family Therapy Clinic
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS-MFT, LAMFT
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85283
Reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when relationships feel heavy or disconnected. I offer a calm, welcoming space where individuals, couples, and families can slow down and begin to make sense of what they are experiencing together. My work is collaborative and grounded in curiosity, honesty, and warmth, with the belief that meaningful change happens when people feel safe enough to be real. Rather than focusing on quick fixes, I take time to understand patterns and strengthen connection.
Reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when relationships feel heavy or disconnected. I offer a calm, welcoming space where individuals, couples, and families can slow down and begin to make sense of what they are experiencing together. My work is collaborative and grounded in curiosity, honesty, and warmth, with the belief that meaningful change happens when people feel safe enough to be real. Rather than focusing on quick fixes, I take time to understand patterns and strengthen connection.
Our ideal client could be in need of any one of a broad array of professional services encompassing areas of therapy and testing. Clients range from individuals to entire families. We serve a diverse clientele ranging from emotional or behavioral distress, adjustment or trauma distress to identity issues. Whether it is treatment of behavioral/emotional or developmental disabilities, trauma therapy, treatment of mental disorders or psycho-educational assessments, our team of providers have programs and techniques such as EMDR or Brainspotting that can help you and your loved ones!
Our ideal client could be in need of any one of a broad array of professional services encompassing areas of therapy and testing. Clients range from individuals to entire families. We serve a diverse clientele ranging from emotional or behavioral distress, adjustment or trauma distress to identity issues. Whether it is treatment of behavioral/emotional or developmental disabilities, trauma therapy, treatment of mental disorders or psycho-educational assessments, our team of providers have programs and techniques such as EMDR or Brainspotting that can help you and your loved ones!
Hi! Come and join us in therapy as we journey towards healing together. We will work on addressing relationship issues, cultivating forgiveness within ourselves and towards others, and developing assertiveness and healthy boundaries. Through a combination of talk therapy and experiential techniques, we will approach our challenges with empathy, understanding, and optimism. I deeply value and respect your spiritual beliefs and personal values, providing a safe and supportive environment for your healing and growth. Let's start this journey towards a brighter and more fulfilling future together!
Hi! Come and join us in therapy as we journey towards healing together. We will work on addressing relationship issues, cultivating forgiveness within ourselves and towards others, and developing assertiveness and healthy boundaries. Through a combination of talk therapy and experiential techniques, we will approach our challenges with empathy, understanding, and optimism. I deeply value and respect your spiritual beliefs and personal values, providing a safe and supportive environment for your healing and growth. Let's start this journey towards a brighter and more fulfilling future together!
Are you your own worst enemy? Does your inner voice say, "What's wrong with me" "Why did I do that" "I should(n't)..." "I'm not good enough" Together, we can find a different way to relate to yourself. I invite you to consider, when you learn to offer yourself love and compassion, you deepen intimacy, connection and respect within your relationships, increase confidence, achieve goals, and attract your dreams. Once we choose love for ourselves, everything changes! "Our wounds are often openings into the best and most beautiful part of us" ~ Richo
Are you your own worst enemy? Does your inner voice say, "What's wrong with me" "Why did I do that" "I should(n't)..." "I'm not good enough" Together, we can find a different way to relate to yourself. I invite you to consider, when you learn to offer yourself love and compassion, you deepen intimacy, connection and respect within your relationships, increase confidence, achieve goals, and attract your dreams. Once we choose love for ourselves, everything changes! "Our wounds are often openings into the best and most beautiful part of us" ~ Richo
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or navigating life's stressful transitions alone? Are you searching for clarity, control over negative thoughts, and healthier relationships? As a dedicated therapist, my mission is to empower individuals like you with practical tools and profound insights to enhance their mental wellness. In my virtual therapy office, authenticity and empathy are the cornerstones of my practice. My therapy sessions offer a safe space where you can explore new perspectives, develop effective coping strategies, and improve your mental health.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or navigating life's stressful transitions alone? Are you searching for clarity, control over negative thoughts, and healthier relationships? As a dedicated therapist, my mission is to empower individuals like you with practical tools and profound insights to enhance their mental wellness. In my virtual therapy office, authenticity and empathy are the cornerstones of my practice. My therapy sessions offer a safe space where you can explore new perspectives, develop effective coping strategies, and improve your mental health.
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