Brian
Psychologist, PsyD
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I work with children, teens, and adults who feel stuck—especially when the same issues keep coming back despite real effort to change them. This often shows up as anxiety, irritability, behavioral challenges, or ongoing stress in relationships or at home.
I have particular experience working with men navigating stress, anger, and relationship challenges, while working with people of all backgrounds.
Many people I see have tried to handle things on their own or in prior therapy, but the patterns haven’t changed. We focus on identifying what’s maintaining the problem and making practical changes that actually carry into daily life.
My approach is structured, practical, and focused on change. I use CBT and REBT to help clients understand what’s maintaining their difficulties and build skills to address them. Sessions are active and goal-oriented, with strategies designed to carry into daily life and support lasting improvement.
Reaching out for therapy can feel uncertain, especially if things haven’t improved the way you hoped. You don’t need to have everything figured out to start. If you’re looking for a more active, skills-based approach and want to see meaningful change, this may be a good place to begin.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $220
- Couple Sessions $220
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Medicare
- Ambetter
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Medicare
- Meritain Health
- Optum
- Sana
- Sana Benefits
- TRICARE
- TriWest
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare / Optum Medicare
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- WellCare
- Out of Network
Brian Bantel
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (480) 771-1536 x0002
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Arizona / PSY-005364 Brian Bantel
- In Practice for 9 years
- Attended Arizona School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Phoenix, Graduated 2017
- License: Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology 18202 / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Brian Bantel
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (480) 771-1536 x0002
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Behavioral Issues
- Men's Issues
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Depression
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Parenting
- Stress
Brian Bantel
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (480) 771-1536 x0002
Part of Arroyo Psychological Services
View PracticeClient Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Play Therapy
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Brian Bantel
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (480) 771-1536 x0002
Location
Primary Location
Arroyo Psychological Services
9375 E Shea Blvd Ste 100
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
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Additional Location
Arroyo Psychological Services
17100 East Shea Boulevard
ste 300
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 771-1536 x0002Group Practice
Arroyo Psychological Services