BHS | Behavioral Health Systems Therapists in Tucson, AZ

I practice from a positive client-centered focus. I treat relationship and communication issues. Issues with depression and anxiety. Women's issues along with any trauma issues. I work with adolescents, children and families. I also accept a sliding fee scale for those with no insurance or for those who do not want to use their insurance.
I practice from a positive client-centered focus. I treat relationship and communication issues. Issues with depression and anxiety. Women's issues along with any trauma issues. I work with adolescents, children and families. I also accept a sliding fee scale for those with no insurance or for those who do not want to use their insurance.

Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Do you have a history of trauma and want to work on healing? Are you feeling alone? Perhaps you’re putting in your best effort but feel like you’re getting nowhere. It may seem overwhelming at times, but you don’t have to face it alone. That’s where I come in. As an experienced therapist, I can help you find answers and take the next steps toward healing. My goal is to provide a safe space where we can explore solutions together.
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Do you have a history of trauma and want to work on healing? Are you feeling alone? Perhaps you’re putting in your best effort but feel like you’re getting nowhere. It may seem overwhelming at times, but you don’t have to face it alone. That’s where I come in. As an experienced therapist, I can help you find answers and take the next steps toward healing. My goal is to provide a safe space where we can explore solutions together.

Amidst a mental health crisis and many stressors among us today, you can learn to empower your authentic self and build a life of value. I will always see you as a person first, as mental health is a component of life for everyone. I work alongside adolescents and young adults as we all tackle mental health struggles and build wellness through our personal values, commitments, communication, and, especially, through connection. Throughout, I bring warmth, humor, understanding, and assertive support. I specialize in treating anxiety, mood, trauma, PTSD, life stressors, self-esteem, and eating disorders.
Amidst a mental health crisis and many stressors among us today, you can learn to empower your authentic self and build a life of value. I will always see you as a person first, as mental health is a component of life for everyone. I work alongside adolescents and young adults as we all tackle mental health struggles and build wellness through our personal values, commitments, communication, and, especially, through connection. Throughout, I bring warmth, humor, understanding, and assertive support. I specialize in treating anxiety, mood, trauma, PTSD, life stressors, self-esteem, and eating disorders.
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“The hardest part about the gym, is getting there.” I am excited that you have taken the first step to overcome your emotional challenges and life stressors. Making the choice to begin therapy is not always an easy one. My goal is to help you feel more comfortable about that decision. Sometimes you just need someone to assist you with life changes, challenges, and handling the stress of it all.
“The hardest part about the gym, is getting there.” I am excited that you have taken the first step to overcome your emotional challenges and life stressors. Making the choice to begin therapy is not always an easy one. My goal is to help you feel more comfortable about that decision. Sometimes you just need someone to assist you with life changes, challenges, and handling the stress of it all.
Online Therapists

Based in Arizona, Dr. Kia Watkins specializes in a wide range of psychological conditions, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, existential anxiety, identity conflict, and relational distress. She is dedicated to creating a therapeutic environment that centers the unique voices and needs of her clients, allowing for personalized treatment plans.
Based in Arizona, Dr. Kia Watkins specializes in a wide range of psychological conditions, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, existential anxiety, identity conflict, and relational distress. She is dedicated to creating a therapeutic environment that centers the unique voices and needs of her clients, allowing for personalized treatment plans.

Jiayi Yu, PsyD, is a dedicated licensed psychologist serving individuals and families in Arizona through LifeStance Health. With a compassionate and evidence-based approach, Jiayi provides support for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating life’s challenges. Whether addressing anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma, Jiayi is committed to helping patients develop the tools and resilience needed to lead fulfilling lives. Jiayi specializes in treating a wide range of mental health concerns, including ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD/trauma.
Jiayi Yu, PsyD, is a dedicated licensed psychologist serving individuals and families in Arizona through LifeStance Health. With a compassionate and evidence-based approach, Jiayi provides support for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating life’s challenges. Whether addressing anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma, Jiayi is committed to helping patients develop the tools and resilience needed to lead fulfilling lives. Jiayi specializes in treating a wide range of mental health concerns, including ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD/trauma.

Melissa Hawes is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona who has been practicing since 2016. She has a Masters of Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. Melissa is skilled in narcissistic abuse and able to help this population heal from narcissistic trauma, childhood trauma and cumulative trauma. She works well with clients who have experience varied forms of trauma, engaging them in EMDR therapy.
Melissa Hawes is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona who has been practicing since 2016. She has a Masters of Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. Melissa is skilled in narcissistic abuse and able to help this population heal from narcissistic trauma, childhood trauma and cumulative trauma. She works well with clients who have experience varied forms of trauma, engaging them in EMDR therapy.

Ngozichi Nwosu, LCSW, is dedicated to helping individuals across Arizona navigate life’s challenges with compassion and evidence-based care. She provides individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, offering support for those experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, and neurodivergent processing challenges. Through a client-centered approach, Ngozichi empowers her patients to build resilience, develop healthy coping strategies, and cultivate meaningful change in their lives. Ngozichi has a particular passion for working with neurodiverse individuals, including those with ADHD and autism spectrum disorders.
Ngozichi Nwosu, LCSW, is dedicated to helping individuals across Arizona navigate life’s challenges with compassion and evidence-based care. She provides individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, offering support for those experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, and neurodivergent processing challenges. Through a client-centered approach, Ngozichi empowers her patients to build resilience, develop healthy coping strategies, and cultivate meaningful change in their lives. Ngozichi has a particular passion for working with neurodiverse individuals, including those with ADHD and autism spectrum disorders.

Kirby Oxenreider is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona who has been practicing since 1999. He has a Master of Science in Education, Community Counseling from Duquesne University, a Master of Divinity from Bethany Seminary, and Bachelor of Arts from Lebanon Valley College. As C.S. Lewis said, You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start from where you are and change the ending. Kirby understands the pain, loneliness, and frustration that is often part of life. He is skilled at working with women, men, teenagers, couples and families who are ready to move forward to a hopeful future filled with purpose.
Kirby Oxenreider is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona who has been practicing since 1999. He has a Master of Science in Education, Community Counseling from Duquesne University, a Master of Divinity from Bethany Seminary, and Bachelor of Arts from Lebanon Valley College. As C.S. Lewis said, You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start from where you are and change the ending. Kirby understands the pain, loneliness, and frustration that is often part of life. He is skilled at working with women, men, teenagers, couples and families who are ready to move forward to a hopeful future filled with purpose.

Christina Harrington-Stutzmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT, LMHC, GC-C, LCSW-R, PhD
Gilbert, AZ 85295
My approach towards helping you is create a supportive space to bring you comfort to your current experiences. I believe it's necessary to accept where you are and to understand where you want to go. I am a licensed as a Clinical Marriage and family Therapist (LMFT), a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and in Clinical Social Worker-R (LCSW-R). I also have Gottman and Imago training experience for couples.
My approach towards helping you is create a supportive space to bring you comfort to your current experiences. I believe it's necessary to accept where you are and to understand where you want to go. I am a licensed as a Clinical Marriage and family Therapist (LMFT), a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and in Clinical Social Worker-R (LCSW-R). I also have Gottman and Imago training experience for couples.

Dr. Brian Rice is a Psychologist in Arizona who has been practicing since 1995. He graduated from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. He also has a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute. Dr. Rice received his Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Emporia State University in Kansas, his Master of Science in Physical Education with a Specialization in Sport Psychology from the University of Idaho, and his Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri at Kansas City.
Dr. Brian Rice is a Psychologist in Arizona who has been practicing since 1995. He graduated from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. He also has a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute. Dr. Rice received his Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Emporia State University in Kansas, his Master of Science in Physical Education with a Specialization in Sport Psychology from the University of Idaho, and his Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri at Kansas City.

There comes a point where pushing through just isn’t working anymore. You might look like you have it together on the outside—functioning, maybe even excelling—but internally, things feel messy, stuck, or just too much. In therapy, I’ll help you make sense of what you’re feeling, uncover patterns that no longer serve you, and build tools to move forward. I specialize in working with adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, infertility and perinatal concerns, relationship struggles and breakups, ADHD, and grief. Let’s work together to help you feel more at peace and in control of your life.
There comes a point where pushing through just isn’t working anymore. You might look like you have it together on the outside—functioning, maybe even excelling—but internally, things feel messy, stuck, or just too much. In therapy, I’ll help you make sense of what you’re feeling, uncover patterns that no longer serve you, and build tools to move forward. I specialize in working with adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, infertility and perinatal concerns, relationship struggles and breakups, ADHD, and grief. Let’s work together to help you feel more at peace and in control of your life.

Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.

Hi! This is Dr Kamau, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has the knowledge and skills to provide comprehensive care, including preventive strategies, mental health treatment, psychotherapy and medication management. My goal is to offer holistic care to individuals, families, and communities; I am able to work with children, adolescents, adults, and older persons in a variety of settings, including crisis centers, community mental health clinics, hospitals, Tele-psych services, home visits, and outpatient mental health clinics among others. Give us a call, we will work with you and help you or your loved one all the way.
Hi! This is Dr Kamau, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has the knowledge and skills to provide comprehensive care, including preventive strategies, mental health treatment, psychotherapy and medication management. My goal is to offer holistic care to individuals, families, and communities; I am able to work with children, adolescents, adults, and older persons in a variety of settings, including crisis centers, community mental health clinics, hospitals, Tele-psych services, home visits, and outpatient mental health clinics among others. Give us a call, we will work with you and help you or your loved one all the way.

Accepting Arizona clients in person and telehealth. Accepting Idaho clients via telehealth only. I have a passion for assisting people in discovering the power they have within themselves to navigate through difficult times and to heal unresolved trauma. My accepting and nonjudgmental attitude allows clients to feel comfortable being authentic. It would be my honor to guide you in your journey to achieve healing and balance.
Accepting Arizona clients in person and telehealth. Accepting Idaho clients via telehealth only. I have a passion for assisting people in discovering the power they have within themselves to navigate through difficult times and to heal unresolved trauma. My accepting and nonjudgmental attitude allows clients to feel comfortable being authentic. It would be my honor to guide you in your journey to achieve healing and balance.

Lauren Kuehl is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona who has been practicing since 2016. She has a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Concentration, Addictions Specialization from University of Denver and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Human Relations Minor from University of Iowa. Lauren extends compassion and empathy using a person-centered and integrative approach to create a safe and non-judgmental space for growth and change.
Lauren Kuehl is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona who has been practicing since 2016. She has a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Concentration, Addictions Specialization from University of Denver and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Human Relations Minor from University of Iowa. Lauren extends compassion and empathy using a person-centered and integrative approach to create a safe and non-judgmental space for growth and change.

Katie Keeney is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2019. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from University of Texas-Arlington and her Master's degree in Education from Duquesne University. Katie helps individuals, children, couples, and families in their journey toward peace and healing. Katie's counseling style is rooted in compassion, allowing clients a safe place to feel heard, known, and accepted as they face the struggles they experience.
Katie Keeney is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2019. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from University of Texas-Arlington and her Master's degree in Education from Duquesne University. Katie helps individuals, children, couples, and families in their journey toward peace and healing. Katie's counseling style is rooted in compassion, allowing clients a safe place to feel heard, known, and accepted as they face the struggles they experience.

You're overwhelmed, anxious, or feeling stuck in sadness or trauma that just won’t lift. Maybe your day-to-day feels heavy, and you're tired of pretending you're fine. You want to feel like yourself again—to live with more peace, connection, and purpose. You’re looking for more than just quick fixes; you want real healing that considers all of who you are—mind, body, and spirit.
You're overwhelmed, anxious, or feeling stuck in sadness or trauma that just won’t lift. Maybe your day-to-day feels heavy, and you're tired of pretending you're fine. You want to feel like yourself again—to live with more peace, connection, and purpose. You’re looking for more than just quick fixes; you want real healing that considers all of who you are—mind, body, and spirit.

First, I want you to know you’re not alone! One of the biggest struggles we have when dealing with mental health is feeling as if we’re alone. I’ve been through the pain of feeling misunderstood and have had my own experiences with mental health. Our mind can be our largest asset as well as our biggest bully. My goal is to help you see how worthy you truly are. I hone in on our uniqueness as individuals, the beauty of the present moment, and providing insight on core beliefs.
First, I want you to know you’re not alone! One of the biggest struggles we have when dealing with mental health is feeling as if we’re alone. I’ve been through the pain of feeling misunderstood and have had my own experiences with mental health. Our mind can be our largest asset as well as our biggest bully. My goal is to help you see how worthy you truly are. I hone in on our uniqueness as individuals, the beauty of the present moment, and providing insight on core beliefs.