Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Arizona

Immediate Openings! If you are here, you are likely struggling with one of the most difficult times in your life and I applaud your courage to seek help. As a trained listener, I will hold space for you with empathy. It is my passion to help people cope through those difficult moments whether it be due to trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, or depression. Traumatic experiences can sometimes cause a desire to hide from the world in a dark hole hoping the pain will pass. I am here to bring a candle into that dark hole and join you there with kindness as we navigate the way out.

NOW accepting new clients! Adults, adolescents and children ages 10+. I help individuals from different backgrounds face and overcome their mental and emotional challenges by empowering them with the tools to achieve their life goals. Everyones life has purpose, meaning, and a capacity for joy. I strive to create a compassionate environment that inspires hope. Where people feel important, valued, understood, and welcomed. Then we can work together to challenge the thought patterns and emotional limitations we may put on ourselves.

As a queer, person of color, I believe in creating a non-judgmental and culturally sensitive space to assist clients in creating a life that they love. Due to the pandemic, many of us have had more time for reflection than we might have had in the past. Maybe this time of reflection has caused you to question your identity, gender or sexuality. Exploring and integrating your gender or sexuality can feel overwhelming, especially in a world that can be hostile to LGBT/Queer people, but you do not have to do it alone. Seeking help takes courage. You are courageous.

Often, we rely on our natural supports for guidance however soon we realize, it is not helpful, perhaps because they say what they think we want to hear, and that’s not beneficial. I believe that for change to occur we must gain insight and self-awareness into the problem and that the therapeutic relationship between a client and therapist is essential. Despite the adversity you have encountered you deserve to live your best life and experience the best version of you. My role is to implement the most appropriate strategies and interventions and use my 17 years of experience in community mental health to support and guide you.

My role as a therapist is to create a safe space where clients can unpack life’s troubles in their journey of finding freedom, healing, and wholeness. I take a strength-based and culturally sensitive approach with the goal of empowerment in personal growth and overcoming adversity.

My name is Grace Shivka! My pronouns are she/her. I focus on providing affirming, humanistic, and client-centered counseling for adolescents and adults. I believe each client is the expert to their own story and lived experience. As a counselor, I can provide a therapeutic lens combined with tailored coping skills, emotion regulation strategies and interpersonal effectiveness skills to help you navigate living with trauma, conflict, and other mental health challenges. While we address your unique needs and goals together, you will be met with empathy, openness, warmth, honesty, and compassion every step of the way.

Hello, my name is Kristina Allen and I am an Associate Therapist at the Center for Compassion. Suffering is an inevitable part of the human experience and can take shape in many forms. In a culture that emphasizes positivity it is my desire to provide a safe, judgment-free, and culturally sensitive space where you can be with and care for suffering. I feel my role as a therapist is to come alongside you on the journey of exploration and self-discovery with humility.

Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with a wide range of presenting concerns. I am passionate about cultural competency and strive to create a culturally sensitive environment where clients feel respected and understood regardless of their background or identity.

We offer individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, and online counseling in English and in Spanish for adults, adolescents, and children 6 & above. We have experience addressing relationship issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Our supportive and compassionate licensed therapists will guide you through your transformation despite the adverse stages you have encountered.

Aleesha is a neuro affirming therapist who works with children between 3-13 years of age. Aleesha works to create a therapeutic environment that is inclusive and supports individuals in understanding and embracing their identities while also addressing difficulities and challenges that may arise. Aleesha tailors the interventions and strategies used throughout her sessions to meet the specific needs and strenghts of your child. Her continued training and supervision in play therapy and EMDR afford her the opportunity to create an environment that fosters a sense of self acceptance, self adovcacy, and well being.

Hi! I’m Jordan Hicks (she/they), and I am accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker at the Gender Identity Center in Phoenix. I received my bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University in Psychology with a focus on Gender Studies and Human Development. I earned my Master of Arts in Social Work from The University of Chicago, with a focus on trauma informed care. I recently moved back to Arizona to begin my professional career. I believe knowing oneself intimately is a special gift that we all deserve. Therapy can be used as a guiding tool in understanding your mind and body in more intimate ways.

ACCEPTING NEW TELE-HEALTH CLIENTS. I specialize in working with people struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Suicidal Thoughts, LGBTQ+ concerns, Trauma, Addition, Academic and Life Transitions, Relationship issues, Grief & Loss, Parenting, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Low Self-esteem. If your daily functioning is being impacted and you are struggling, participating in therapy can help you learn healthy ways of coping. As a mindfulness psychotherapist, I am passionate about helping people by creating a warm and non-judgmental environment and supporting them to live more fulfilled lives.

Are you interested in living more authentically and fostering deeper connections with yourself and others? The most important relationship you have is with yourself. This affects other aspects of your life- your health and wellness, how you relate to others, and how you are performing at school or work. Life's struggles aren't linear and can be unpredictable, oftentimes catching us off guard. If unprepared for the challenges faced, they can leave us feeling overwhelmed and less connected with ourselves and others. I most enjoy working with those seeking awareness and inner balance.

As a psychodynamically oriented therapist with forty years of experience treating individuals, couples, and families, I have a passion for my work and a capacity to engage well even with difficult and challenging clients. In addition to people experiencing anxiety, depression and other problems associated with daily living, I have expertise working with individuals and families struggling with PTSD, dissociative disorders, bipolar disorders, and dual diagnoses of substance abuse and mental health problems. I especially enjoy helping adolescents and young adults experiencing identity issues and challenging life transitions.

Marie Tueller is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing as a therapist, coach, professional consultant, & board certified clinical supervisor. Marie’s education, professional & personal background in treating mental health issues, addiction, & trauma related disorders gives her a unique & effective approach to counseling. She provides clients with a highly individualized treatment experience that is trauma informed & culturally sensitive. Marie has worked in the behavioral health field since 2001 with a diverse range of professional experience.

I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health and addictions field, providing compassionate trauma-informed care, developing culturally sensitive clinical programs in hospitals, residential and outpatient settings, while building innovative teams to deliver empathic, effective, and best-practices treatment. I am the Director of Clinical Services at Core Recovery. Core Recovery is a state of Arizona licensed outpatient mental health facility. We provide integrated intensive outpatient (IOP) and partial hospitalization (PHP) services for adults and teens suffering from Mental Health, Substance Use, and Eating Disorders.

I view counseling through a holistic lens, this means I focus on all the dimensions that make a person whole. My goal as a holistic counselor is to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself on every level (psychological, physical, emotional, relational, spiritual). I specialize in trauma and fully realize the multitude of ways that trauma affects us (mind, body, spirit). I strive to provide a safe environment where you feel heard, understood, and validated. Together, you and I identify how your belief system has been altered by past experiences and unresolved trauma and work towards restoring your true self.

I believe we are all capable of positive change, healing, and growth and enjoy working with individuals who share this mindset. Sometimes we get stuck in life's challenges and would benefit from the compassion and skill of a therapist. I received my Master of Counseling in 2006. Since then, I have worked in a variety of behavioral health settings. The majority of my work has been with teens and adults struggling with behavioral health issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, self-harm, and co-occurring disorders.

People seek therapy for guidance, understanding, and relief we will work towards building rapport and skill-building to apply in your everyday interactions. We'll explore your thought process, emotions, actions, and behaviors that arise in the present moment. I look forward to building a collaborative relationship. As a second-generation, multicultural Latina-Asian female, I believe that diversity is beautiful, and everyone should have access to healing and peace. I am culturally sensitive, open-minded, and non-judgmental.