Veterans Therapists in Tucson, AZ
I’m here for those ( Military, Veterans, first responders or civilians) who may feel overwhelmed, lost, or unsure of their path.
With 20 years in the military as a Senior leader, and over 20 years of experience in philosophy, psychology, and cognitive awareness, I have devoted my time to unraveling the complexities of human thought and behavior. Additionally, I work with Wounded Warrior's supporting individuals facing physical and emotional challenges.
I’m here for those ( Military, Veterans, first responders or civilians) who may feel overwhelmed, lost, or unsure of their path.
With 20 years in the military as a Senior leader, and over 20 years of experience in philosophy, psychology, and cognitive awareness, I have devoted my time to unraveling the complexities of human thought and behavior. Additionally, I work with Wounded Warrior's supporting individuals facing physical and emotional challenges.
I help adults, older teens, military, veterans, first responders, medical professionals, and anyone who has experienced trauma or tragedy.
Is trauma limiting your potential? Are you stuck or struggling in your career? I am a trauma therapist and career counselor who helps clients heal from the impact of trauma by addressing triggers, shedding negative core beliefs, making sense of your past, identifying strengths, regulating emotions and reactions, and building resilience. Trauma comes in all forms: abuse, neglect, tragedy, loss, toxic relationships or work environments, etc. No matter what your facing, if you are ready to get started let's meet and figure it out together. Let's get you unstuck and moving forward in your life, relationships, and/or career!
I help adults, older teens, military, veterans, first responders, medical professionals, and anyone who has experienced trauma or tragedy.
Is trauma limiting your potential? Are you stuck or struggling in your career? I am a trauma therapist and career counselor who helps clients heal from the impact of trauma by addressing triggers, shedding negative core beliefs, making sense of your past, identifying strengths, regulating emotions and reactions, and building resilience. Trauma comes in all forms: abuse, neglect, tragedy, loss, toxic relationships or work environments, etc. No matter what your facing, if you are ready to get started let's meet and figure it out together. Let's get you unstuck and moving forward in your life, relationships, and/or career!
I work with trauma and PTSD and am available to veterans and their families.
I believe the strengths and tools you developed in the past can help you with the difficulties in your present life, be they day to day challenges or pain that has been there for a long time. I have a saying that 'there is nothing we can't get through together,' and with me by your side, I hope you can face and overcome the challenges in front of you. I have learned that developing a trusting relationship in the first thing that needs to happen in 'good therapy.'
I work with trauma and PTSD and am available to veterans and their families.
I believe the strengths and tools you developed in the past can help you with the difficulties in your present life, be they day to day challenges or pain that has been there for a long time. I have a saying that 'there is nothing we can't get through together,' and with me by your side, I hope you can face and overcome the challenges in front of you. I have learned that developing a trusting relationship in the first thing that needs to happen in 'good therapy.'
Since 2000, I have worked as a Clinical Social Worker in a variety of settings (high schools, agencies, private practice, the VA and military installations around the world) with people aged 13 - 75.
My specialty populations include adolescents, urban Native Americans and, for the past 15 years, military service and family members. I enjoy working with individuals and couples. My style is laid back and real.
Since 2000, I have worked as a Clinical Social Worker in a variety of settings (high schools, agencies, private practice, the VA and military installations around the world) with people aged 13 - 75.
My specialty populations include adolescents, urban Native Americans and, for the past 15 years, military service and family members. I enjoy working with individuals and couples. My style is laid back and real.
I am particularly passionate about helping veterans adjust to life after the military.
Hello, I'm Kristen. With 14 years of professional experience, I have dedicated my career to providing counseling services to a diverse range of clients with various treatment needs. My approach is relaxed, supportive, and collaborative, ensuring that you feel comfortable and understood throughout our sessions. I believe that an important part of counseling is education, which helps you gain new perspectives and facilitates changes in your thoughts and behaviors. You are the expert in your own life, and I am here to guide you in creating meaningful change. Together,
I am particularly passionate about helping veterans adjust to life after the military.
Hello, I'm Kristen. With 14 years of professional experience, I have dedicated my career to providing counseling services to a diverse range of clients with various treatment needs. My approach is relaxed, supportive, and collaborative, ensuring that you feel comfortable and understood throughout our sessions. I believe that an important part of counseling is education, which helps you gain new perspectives and facilitates changes in your thoughts and behaviors. You are the expert in your own life, and I am here to guide you in creating meaningful change. Together,
As a Veteran of the United States Coast Guard, my goal is to help Veterans, Active Duty, First Responders, and anyone else on the Front Lines.
I support my clients through a Strengths-Based, Positive Psychology approach, pulling from my journey through addiction, depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideations. I primarily work with individuals 13+ and up, using a Trauma Informed Care lens of therapy. I seek to help clients with self-regulation through body-based, psychosomatic techniques.
As a Veteran of the United States Coast Guard, my goal is to help Veterans, Active Duty, First Responders, and anyone else on the Front Lines.
I support my clients through a Strengths-Based, Positive Psychology approach, pulling from my journey through addiction, depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideations. I primarily work with individuals 13+ and up, using a Trauma Informed Care lens of therapy. I seek to help clients with self-regulation through body-based, psychosomatic techniques.
I offer premium, high quality, specialized care as a female, bilingual, military veteran.
Therapy should be a safe place for growth and healing. It is important to have a validating environment to work on obstacles and challenges we all face in our lives. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Tucson, Arizona. I have worked in the behavioral health field since 2010 and enjoy working with individuals of different ages and needs.
I offer premium, high quality, specialized care as a female, bilingual, military veteran.
Therapy should be a safe place for growth and healing. It is important to have a validating environment to work on obstacles and challenges we all face in our lives. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Tucson, Arizona. I have worked in the behavioral health field since 2010 and enjoy working with individuals of different ages and needs.
I have a background in working with all populations, I have worked with individuals, couples, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from ages 18-80 who are struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, also with the military community, PTSD, & domestic violence
Everyone has a unique story and deserves to be heard and to recieve an individualized approach to care. Once we decide to work together, we’ll act as partners in your therapeutic journey. It’s important to me that we communicate openly and you feel respected in our relationship. I’ll be there to listen to you, challenge you towards your stated outcomes, and support you along the way as we work together.
I have a background in working with all populations, I have worked with individuals, couples, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from ages 18-80 who are struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, also with the military community, PTSD, & domestic violence
Everyone has a unique story and deserves to be heard and to recieve an individualized approach to care. Once we decide to work together, we’ll act as partners in your therapeutic journey. It’s important to me that we communicate openly and you feel respected in our relationship. I’ll be there to listen to you, challenge you towards your stated outcomes, and support you along the way as we work together.
I have worked with a wide range of clients from pre-teens experiencing divorce, loss, anxiety, and ADHD symptoms, to long-time veterans dealing with substance use, depression, PTSD, a lack of purpose, and everyone in between.
My passion in counseling is to educate clients about how the nervous system functions and creates patterns in our lives, keeping us feeling stuck. I specialize in EMDR and am very passionate about this modality. If you are experiencing continuous triggers and feel like nothing can help, I would love to educate you on your nervous system though EMDR.
I have worked with a wide range of clients from pre-teens experiencing divorce, loss, anxiety, and ADHD symptoms, to long-time veterans dealing with substance use, depression, PTSD, a lack of purpose, and everyone in between.
My passion in counseling is to educate clients about how the nervous system functions and creates patterns in our lives, keeping us feeling stuck. I specialize in EMDR and am very passionate about this modality. If you are experiencing continuous triggers and feel like nothing can help, I would love to educate you on your nervous system though EMDR.
I primarily work with first responders and veterans (and their partners) because I am an EMT and retired law enforcement officer myself.
I am very experienced working with first responders, veterans, and their partners. I use various modalities including Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Group Therapy, Faith-based Therapy, and Mindfulness and Strength-based Therapies, etc.
I primarily work with first responders and veterans (and their partners) because I am an EMT and retired law enforcement officer myself.
I am very experienced working with first responders, veterans, and their partners. I use various modalities including Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Group Therapy, Faith-based Therapy, and Mindfulness and Strength-based Therapies, etc.
I work with adults and adolescents who are culturally and racially diverse, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, homeless population, those in chronic pain, and members of the Deaf community.
I am proficient in evidence based treatment protocols including CBT, CBT for Substance Use Disorders, CBT for Insomina, mindfulness and meditation, Motivational Interviewing, relapse prevention, SMART recovery, crisis intervention, Prolonged Exposure, STAIR, Grief and Loss, and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
I work with adults and adolescents who are culturally and racially diverse, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, homeless population, those in chronic pain, and members of the Deaf community.
I am proficient in evidence based treatment protocols including CBT, CBT for Substance Use Disorders, CBT for Insomina, mindfulness and meditation, Motivational Interviewing, relapse prevention, SMART recovery, crisis intervention, Prolonged Exposure, STAIR, Grief and Loss, and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
I have experience working with adults, teens, children, groups, families, and couples, first responders, active-duty military, and veterans.
Beginning therapy can seem overwhelming and scary. To combat that I offer a relaxed, warm, and judgement free therapy space. All are welcome and accepted here. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and adults with chronic illness. My clients have come from all walks of life.
I have experience working with adults, teens, children, groups, families, and couples, first responders, active-duty military, and veterans.
Beginning therapy can seem overwhelming and scary. To combat that I offer a relaxed, warm, and judgement free therapy space. All are welcome and accepted here. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and adults with chronic illness. My clients have come from all walks of life.
I have assisted veterans and active duty personnel and their families since I was an Air Force officer.
I can help my clients from diverse background and all walks of life. I have empathy for my patients and am privileged to know and assist them. My interventions: multi-modal, :cognitive behavioral, systemic, psychodynamic, and faith based, tailored to client's needs. I was the Chief of Mental Health at DMAFB and Chief or Law and Psychology for SAPA.
I have assisted veterans and active duty personnel and their families since I was an Air Force officer.
I can help my clients from diverse background and all walks of life. I have empathy for my patients and am privileged to know and assist them. My interventions: multi-modal, :cognitive behavioral, systemic, psychodynamic, and faith based, tailored to client's needs. I was the Chief of Mental Health at DMAFB and Chief or Law and Psychology for SAPA.
I specialize in supporting military spouses through transitions, caregivers especially mothers of children with chronic illness, and those experiencing grief and loss.
As a creative and compassionate therapist, I thrive in working with adults, couples, and families to navigate life's challenges. With a wide range of experience tailoring therapy to each unique client, I draw from various therapeutic modalities, enabling me to meet clients where they are.
I specialize in supporting military spouses through transitions, caregivers especially mothers of children with chronic illness, and those experiencing grief and loss.
As a creative and compassionate therapist, I thrive in working with adults, couples, and families to navigate life's challenges. With a wide range of experience tailoring therapy to each unique client, I draw from various therapeutic modalities, enabling me to meet clients where they are.
Angela Michelle Viles-Shop
Licensed Master Social Worker, MSW, CPT, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85716
I earned my undergraduate degree at Kansas University, my Master’s from Park University with a focus in Behavioral Health and Military Social Work.
I am a part of the Help and Hope Counseling team and a Licensed Master's Level Social Worker working toward independent licensure. This journey is all about you and I am here to guide you with your goals. I specialize in supporting individuals and families navigating trauma, anxiety, and the unique challenges of neurodivergent children (ages 7-11) and their families using neurodivergent-affirming framework. I am also person-centered therapist and can meet your spiritual needs (including biblical wisdom upon request). I offer services both virtually and in person (Sundays bi-weekly in Mesa).
I earned my undergraduate degree at Kansas University, my Master’s from Park University with a focus in Behavioral Health and Military Social Work.
I am a part of the Help and Hope Counseling team and a Licensed Master's Level Social Worker working toward independent licensure. This journey is all about you and I am here to guide you with your goals. I specialize in supporting individuals and families navigating trauma, anxiety, and the unique challenges of neurodivergent children (ages 7-11) and their families using neurodivergent-affirming framework. I am also person-centered therapist and can meet your spiritual needs (including biblical wisdom upon request). I offer services both virtually and in person (Sundays bi-weekly in Mesa).
I am a culturally competent therapist with experience working with various populations including, the LGBTQ community, adolescents, adults, couples, veterans, and those suffering from chronic illness.
I utilize an integration of modalities to best fit individual needs and to aid in behavior modification. I implement evidence-based therapy techniques including, but not limited to, mindfulness-based interventions, IBCT, CBT, ACT, and DBT to address symptoms of PTSD, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relational problems, and/or other life stressors.
I am a culturally competent therapist with experience working with various populations including, the LGBTQ community, adolescents, adults, couples, veterans, and those suffering from chronic illness.
I utilize an integration of modalities to best fit individual needs and to aid in behavior modification. I implement evidence-based therapy techniques including, but not limited to, mindfulness-based interventions, IBCT, CBT, ACT, and DBT to address symptoms of PTSD, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relational problems, and/or other life stressors.
Having worked in the mental health field for 9+ years and presently as a Senior Social Worker at a government agency, I have helped patients with a diverse array of both severe and chronic problems to include depression, anxiety, addiction, insomnia, suicidal ideation, self-directed violence, chronic pain, marital conflict, parenting difficulties, and diverse traumas to include sexual and military traumas.
I have received extensive national trainings to include weekly recorded sessions along with individual and group consultation calls over 6 months for various therapeutic modalities. I also maintain high fidelity to evidence based practice (EBP). All this means you can rest assured that with me you are getting a phenomenal return on your real investment.
Having worked in the mental health field for 9+ years and presently as a Senior Social Worker at a government agency, I have helped patients with a diverse array of both severe and chronic problems to include depression, anxiety, addiction, insomnia, suicidal ideation, self-directed violence, chronic pain, marital conflict, parenting difficulties, and diverse traumas to include sexual and military traumas.
I have received extensive national trainings to include weekly recorded sessions along with individual and group consultation calls over 6 months for various therapeutic modalities. I also maintain high fidelity to evidence based practice (EBP). All this means you can rest assured that with me you are getting a phenomenal return on your real investment.
This drive comes from having grown up in the military and becoming the spouse of a Veteran.
Taking new patients 14 years and older. Virtual appointments available. The hardest step in the journey to self-care is asking for help. Every individual is different in how they process emotions and difficult experiences. Together, we will focus on a person-centered approach that builds on your strengths and identifies the barriers. We will develop skills that allow you to be present, while acknowledging the past and building your future. We will use a broad array of therapy methods that fits your individual needs and goals.
This drive comes from having grown up in the military and becoming the spouse of a Veteran.
Taking new patients 14 years and older. Virtual appointments available. The hardest step in the journey to self-care is asking for help. Every individual is different in how they process emotions and difficult experiences. Together, we will focus on a person-centered approach that builds on your strengths and identifies the barriers. We will develop skills that allow you to be present, while acknowledging the past and building your future. We will use a broad array of therapy methods that fits your individual needs and goals.
I offer empathetic support for PTSD, substance use disorder, and mood disorders, drawing from my military and counseling background.
My name is Paula, and my ideal client may be a veteran struggling with PTSD, or a person battling substance use disorder. They seek understanding, support, and effective coping strategies. Their goal is to reclaim their life, find inner peace, and build healthy relationships. They desire healing from past traumas, relief from symptoms, and a sense of purpose. With empathy and firsthand understanding, I provide a safe space for their journey towards healing and growth.
I offer empathetic support for PTSD, substance use disorder, and mood disorders, drawing from my military and counseling background.
My name is Paula, and my ideal client may be a veteran struggling with PTSD, or a person battling substance use disorder. They seek understanding, support, and effective coping strategies. Their goal is to reclaim their life, find inner peace, and build healthy relationships. They desire healing from past traumas, relief from symptoms, and a sense of purpose. With empathy and firsthand understanding, I provide a safe space for their journey towards healing and growth.
I also have experience helping medical professionals, those in the military and leadership positions, navigate the challenges unique to their roles.
Therapy is a collaborative process of discernment and self discovery. We all can struggle at times; we need support to look deeply at ourselves and the world and to examine our shadows. Yet, through the challenges of this endeavor comes true freedom and a greater capacity for you to choose how you want to be in the world. My approach is psychodynamically based, incorporating neuropsychological, mindfulness, and body-based techniques. If you choose to see me, we will explore your conflicts, celebrate your successes, and create the room for you to come to terms with those dynamics inhibiting your satisfaction with life.
I also have experience helping medical professionals, those in the military and leadership positions, navigate the challenges unique to their roles.
Therapy is a collaborative process of discernment and self discovery. We all can struggle at times; we need support to look deeply at ourselves and the world and to examine our shadows. Yet, through the challenges of this endeavor comes true freedom and a greater capacity for you to choose how you want to be in the world. My approach is psychodynamically based, incorporating neuropsychological, mindfulness, and body-based techniques. If you choose to see me, we will explore your conflicts, celebrate your successes, and create the room for you to come to terms with those dynamics inhibiting your satisfaction with life.
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Why is mental health important for veterans and the military?
Veterans are more likely to face mental health challenges than the general public, and such mental health challenges can make it difficult for them to navigate day-to-day life. Improved mental health can result in better interpersonal relationships, lower levels of stress, and decreased dependence on substances, such as drugs or alcohol, for many veterans. Addressing common mental health conditions can also help facilitate recovery from physical health challenges that are faced by many veterans, such as chronic pain, physical injury, or poor sleeping patterns. Therapists trained in working with veterans can help address these concerns and help improve veteran mental health.
How can veterans get access to mental health support?
There are many resources for veterans to get mental health support, including through the VA or through their primary care doctor. Many service personnel are eligible for free or reduced-cost mental health counseling through the VA, depending on their service history and current income. Veterans can also utilize online directories, such as Psychology Today, or nonprofit organization resources like the Wounded Warrior Project, to find a therapist or other healthcare professional that specializes in their specific mental health needs. Veterans may also benefit from community-based groups that facilitate social connection and/or address specific concerns, such as Alcoholics Anonymous.
What type of therapy is best for veterans?
Veterans may benefit from multiple types of therapy, depending on what mental health challenges they are facing. Veterans seeking therapy for anxiety or depression may benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which encourage clients to understand how their thought patterns influence their behavior. Veterans with PTSD may seek other more specialized forms of therapy to treat trauma symptoms, such as EMDR or exposure therapy. Many veterans and military personnel may also benefit from family or couples counseling to address the stress and adjustment challenges that can be associated with military life.
Can therapy for veterans help with trauma and PTSD?
Therapy can be highly effective in helping veterans with trauma and PTSD. Therapists specializing in veteran mental health often have extensive training and experience helping veterans navigate symptoms of trauma and can teach clients coping techniques to handle common symptoms associated with trauma and PTSD. Some therapists may use talk therapy as their primary approach, while others utilize more structured therapy modalities in sessions, such as EMDR. Veterans can try multiple therapy modalities to find the best fit for them. Therapists can also help make referrals or connect clients with available resources, such as VA benefits, to help address other life concerns.