Child Therapists in Tucson, AZ

DBT Resiliency Center specializes in DBT for Children ,Teens and Families. Adults, teens, tweens and children who would like to learn skills for coping with intense emotions and working towards a life worth living is something that we are very passionate about. Each of us at any given time are doing the best we can and there are times we can do better. We wake up every day wanting to be the best versions of ourselves and sometimes do old behaviors we no longer find effective. We want to grow and learn how to change certain behaviors. Intense emotions, feelings of hopelessness sometimes make that change difficult to achieve.

Hi! My name is Snaha, (Snay-ha) Patel and I’m thrilled to be able to offer your child counseling services. I received my education from the University of Arizona and graduated with a bachelor's degree in Psychology. I furthered my education with a master's in counseling and an emphasis in expressive arts therapy. Art has always been my favorite subject when I was a child . I started to research about how vital art can be to heal childhood trauma. I offer an approach that is direct, honest, and transparent.

Is your child or teen feeling stressed, anxious, and/or depressed? Does he/she need ways to cope with difficult thoughts, strong emotions, a life transition, and/or stressful social situations? Does he/she want to learn not only how to cope, but how to thrive? Or are you a young adult (18-25 years old) struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you need support as you work toward building a rich, meaningful life? Would you like help processing traumatic experiences? Expressive arts therapy and body-oriented therapy are especially useful when "words are not enough".

Does your child have big emotions, anger, worries, or behaviors that you are struggling to understand? Has your child been through something difficult or just isn’t acting like themselves? If your child is expressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or unexplained difficulties, a play-based model allows a safe environment to explore their feelings and needs affecting healthy functioning. I specialize in using a genuine, non-judgmental, supportive approach to helping children and families develop new ways of thinking and feeling, as well as learning new sets of skills for making choices and having healthier relationships.

If you find yourself troubled by balancing life responsibilities, or distracted in realizing your dreams as you attempt to surf the intensity of your emotion, you’re probably in need of a trusted and experienced counselor who will support you in navigating through life’s greatest challenges. As a licensed counselor working in the field for over 10 years, I have supported a variety of individuals and families, with the use of effective clinical interventions and personal guidance as they navigate through the storms of life. I will tirelessly work to join you on your road to recovery through individual, family, or couple’s counseling.

Do you feel like you are having a hard time connecting with loved ones? I have over ten years of experience in providing therapy services to children , families, and adults. I believe that asking for help and support is a show of strength and courage. It can be difficult to admit you are ready to make changes in your life and identify habits and patterns that are not benefiting you. I can support you and walk along side you as you make those changes in order to achieve greater life satisfaction and healthier relationships.

I have years of experience working with addictions, depression, and teen issues. I am passionate about recovery and helping those in need find their own recovery. I work to help individuals let go of the old messages that are mean and belittling to themselves, and help replace them with compassion and kindness. Because, it's when we feel good about ourselves that we are able to treat ourselves well. Battling mental health issues is hard and having someone you feel safe with to explore the deep, dark parts of your soul is where the healing begins.

My approach to therapy is grounded in person-centered theory, which recognizes that at our core we are all good people who are just trying to “make sense” of our complicated lives. I genuinely believe that every person is born with an inner strength and resilience to help them live their best life by being their true self. As your therapist, I can help you to identify and embrace your strengths and help you through the challenges in your life. My top priority is to build a therapeutic relationship rooted in trust, honesty and compassion. I create a safe, positive, uplifting and nurturing environment to help clients feel empowered.

It starts so small. Some frustration here, some outbursts there, avoiding situations that trigger uncomfortable emotions, occasional episodes of sadness or anxiety. Gradually it gets worse. Suddenly you find little joy in life, you don’t recognize yourself in the mirror, and you are spending the days feeling stuck in the intensity of these emotions and thoughts that control your life. Maybe you are watching your child experience these things and are feeling helpless seeing them struggle. It is time for change, time for healing, but you just are not sure how or where to start.

My aim is to provide a therapeutic environment that is conducive to change, growth, and healing. I take an integrated approach to therapy, treating each individual with interventions best suited to a client's unique experiences. I have had the opportunity to work with individuals with disabilities in a vocational rehabilitation setting. I have worked with kids of all ages. I am also experienced in working with individuals adjusting to major life changes due to illness, traumatic events, and those experiencing grief, loss, anxiety, and depression.