Couples Counseling Therapists in 85016
Hello, my name is Jordan, and I have over ten years of experience working with individuals, families, and couples.
Are your relationships becoming increasingly more challenging to navigate? Sometimes, our emotions get the best of us and we lash out at the people we love or recluse from them. Either way, it feels like a perpetual cycle. This can happen in our parenting, romantic relationships, and our work. Maybe you've talked with some close friends or even read up to try and find a solution, but you haven't found the missing piece to the puzzle.
Hello, my name is Jordan, and I have over ten years of experience working with individuals, families, and couples.
Are your relationships becoming increasingly more challenging to navigate? Sometimes, our emotions get the best of us and we lash out at the people we love or recluse from them. Either way, it feels like a perpetual cycle. This can happen in our parenting, romantic relationships, and our work. Maybe you've talked with some close friends or even read up to try and find a solution, but you haven't found the missing piece to the puzzle.
Erin L Sebree
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LISAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
In order for this healing to happen, I help create a safe space for clients (whether in individual or couples).
I have experience working with many issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, attachment based issues, traumatic experiences and post-traumatic stress, meaning of life issues, substance use disorders, emotional dysfunction, stress management, and self-esteem and self-worth issues.
In order for this healing to happen, I help create a safe space for clients (whether in individual or couples).
I have experience working with many issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, attachment based issues, traumatic experiences and post-traumatic stress, meaning of life issues, substance use disorders, emotional dysfunction, stress management, and self-esteem and self-worth issues.
This may include: improving self-esteem & body image, healing from binge or emotional eating & yo-yo dieting, exploring sexuality, recovering from unhealthy relationships, & building relationship/communication skills.
Hello! I am passionate about empowering my clients to live their most authentic lives. I believe that we all have intuition that helps each of us define our unique values & priorities but that external pressures, social norms, lack of confidence, and trauma often lead us away from that intuition. In therapy, we can work together to rediscover that intuition, build confidence, and pursue goals that help you create the life you desire. I am empathetic, unconditionally accepting, & open, and I believe vulnerability, humor, and compassionate confrontation are all part of a strong therapeutic alliance!
This may include: improving self-esteem & body image, healing from binge or emotional eating & yo-yo dieting, exploring sexuality, recovering from unhealthy relationships, & building relationship/communication skills.
Hello! I am passionate about empowering my clients to live their most authentic lives. I believe that we all have intuition that helps each of us define our unique values & priorities but that external pressures, social norms, lack of confidence, and trauma often lead us away from that intuition. In therapy, we can work together to rediscover that intuition, build confidence, and pursue goals that help you create the life you desire. I am empathetic, unconditionally accepting, & open, and I believe vulnerability, humor, and compassionate confrontation are all part of a strong therapeutic alliance!
Erica McCullough
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
I specialize in parent-child relationship conflict, sex and sexuality, couples and families that struggle with behavioral problems related to sexually maladaptive behaviors and transitions in life.
I am a Licensed Associate Marriage, Couples, and Family Therapist. My passion has always been helping clients become the best version of themselves. I have been in the behavioral health field for over 10 years in therapy and case management roles, and I have found that you know what works for you; I am here to support you in expanding what else is needed to help build those relationships into postive supports and a peaceful, and rewarding life; not just manageable.
I specialize in parent-child relationship conflict, sex and sexuality, couples and families that struggle with behavioral problems related to sexually maladaptive behaviors and transitions in life.
I am a Licensed Associate Marriage, Couples, and Family Therapist. My passion has always been helping clients become the best version of themselves. I have been in the behavioral health field for over 10 years in therapy and case management roles, and I have found that you know what works for you; I am here to support you in expanding what else is needed to help build those relationships into postive supports and a peaceful, and rewarding life; not just manageable.
Life in Motion Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Immediate openings! Weekends and Evenings available! Affordable tiered rates! We are a private and diverse group practice located in Central Phoenix/Biltmore area. We have highly qualified, licensed & intern therapists that have immediate availability to help you address your unique needs. We offer both in person and virtual therapy, with therapists specializing in teens, family, adults and couples. You would be matched with a therapist that is the best fit for your unique needs and schedule.
Immediate openings! Weekends and Evenings available! Affordable tiered rates! We are a private and diverse group practice located in Central Phoenix/Biltmore area. We have highly qualified, licensed & intern therapists that have immediate availability to help you address your unique needs. We offer both in person and virtual therapy, with therapists specializing in teens, family, adults and couples. You would be matched with a therapist that is the best fit for your unique needs and schedule.
We are met with many unique challenges which may cause stress, anxiety, depression, relational conflict, or issues with communication. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have experience working with couples, individual adults, parenting/family, relationship strains, depression, anxiety, grief, along with other issues. I am able to provide a warm, compassionate and supportive environment to safely explore your needs for positive change. Accept BCBS, Optum/UHC Insurance and Aetna.
We are met with many unique challenges which may cause stress, anxiety, depression, relational conflict, or issues with communication. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have experience working with couples, individual adults, parenting/family, relationship strains, depression, anxiety, grief, along with other issues. I am able to provide a warm, compassionate and supportive environment to safely explore your needs for positive change. Accept BCBS, Optum/UHC Insurance and Aetna.
Shelley A Treadaway - Life In Motion Therapy
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, LAMFT, 08023T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
I offer families, couples, and individuals a safe, supportive space to for clients to gain meaningful solutions through uncertainty, crisis, relational issues, parenting, and major life changes.
My passion is to help individuals struggling with emotional and mental health concerns find balance and peace in their lives. I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment where my clients can feel heard and understood. My ideal clients are individual, couples, and families ready to facilitate positive change in their lives. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, or feelings of overwhelm and stress. My clients are willing to explore their thoughts and emotions in a deep and meaningful way and are open to make positive changes in their lives.
I offer families, couples, and individuals a safe, supportive space to for clients to gain meaningful solutions through uncertainty, crisis, relational issues, parenting, and major life changes.
My passion is to help individuals struggling with emotional and mental health concerns find balance and peace in their lives. I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment where my clients can feel heard and understood. My ideal clients are individual, couples, and families ready to facilitate positive change in their lives. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, or feelings of overwhelm and stress. My clients are willing to explore their thoughts and emotions in a deep and meaningful way and are open to make positive changes in their lives.
Brittany Andrews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016
**Now Accepting New Clients** I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor, providing services to Adolescents, Adults, Couples and Families. I have experience working with diverse populations in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I believe gaining the tools to manage daily life stressors is equally as important as the work in other areas of mental health. My specialties include Perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, Grief/Loss, Trauma and Women's Issues.
**Now Accepting New Clients** I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor, providing services to Adolescents, Adults, Couples and Families. I have experience working with diverse populations in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I believe gaining the tools to manage daily life stressors is equally as important as the work in other areas of mental health. My specialties include Perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, Grief/Loss, Trauma and Women's Issues.
My specialities include working with adolescents, teenagers, couples, and adults who have concerns related to anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem, identity, and trauma.
I have my Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from Alabama A&M University and I am EMDR trained. During my professional experience, I have had the opportunity to support clients ranging from adolescents to adults. My main focus is on the therapeutic relationship with the client. I believe creating a safe space for the client and therapist to connect cultivates trust and makes the client feel validated in their journey. As a member of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, I can understand the challenges that comes with navigating the process of trying to best understand yourself and explore what makes you feel the most comfortable.
My specialities include working with adolescents, teenagers, couples, and adults who have concerns related to anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem, identity, and trauma.
I have my Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from Alabama A&M University and I am EMDR trained. During my professional experience, I have had the opportunity to support clients ranging from adolescents to adults. My main focus is on the therapeutic relationship with the client. I believe creating a safe space for the client and therapist to connect cultivates trust and makes the client feel validated in their journey. As a member of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, I can understand the challenges that comes with navigating the process of trying to best understand yourself and explore what makes you feel the most comfortable.
Ryan Schulz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016 (Online Only)
I have also worked with foster families, hospice patients and their families, older adults, couples, and individuals living with HIV/AIDS.
I work with people using a variety of philosophies, but those encompassing humanistic and psychodynamic theories inform most of my practice. This generally means I am most interested in focusing on emotions, insight, relationships, past experiences, meta-emotion, self-worth, authenticity, fantasies, and the unconscious. I rely heavily on discussing shame, vulnerability, emotional needs, and creating meaning in life. I am fairly non-directive, and I will be most focused on helping you find your own authentic path by reflecting and exploring deeper meanings and patterns that arise in our discussions.
I have also worked with foster families, hospice patients and their families, older adults, couples, and individuals living with HIV/AIDS.
I work with people using a variety of philosophies, but those encompassing humanistic and psychodynamic theories inform most of my practice. This generally means I am most interested in focusing on emotions, insight, relationships, past experiences, meta-emotion, self-worth, authenticity, fantasies, and the unconscious. I rely heavily on discussing shame, vulnerability, emotional needs, and creating meaning in life. I am fairly non-directive, and I will be most focused on helping you find your own authentic path by reflecting and exploring deeper meanings and patterns that arise in our discussions.
I also help couples who are experiencing challenges or seeking to deepen connection.
Immediate availability in person and telehealth! I commend you for taking this step and hope you know that you are not alone. No matter which therapist is your best fit, I wish you the best on your journey of personal growth. To help you understand if I’m that therapist for you, a little about me: I completed my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Toledo where I was an NBCC Minority Addictions Fellow and completed additional training in the field of addictions and recovery with a focus on experiential treatments. I have also completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
I also help couples who are experiencing challenges or seeking to deepen connection.
Immediate availability in person and telehealth! I commend you for taking this step and hope you know that you are not alone. No matter which therapist is your best fit, I wish you the best on your journey of personal growth. To help you understand if I’m that therapist for you, a little about me: I completed my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Toledo where I was an NBCC Minority Addictions Fellow and completed additional training in the field of addictions and recovery with a focus on experiential treatments. I have also completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
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Susan Charney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016 (Online Only)
Susan Charney MSW,LCSW has been in practice for over 20 years and provides a safe confidential and comfortable environment; for individuals, couples and families to explore different options to create changes in their lives.
Susan Charney MSW,LCSW has been practicing her unique style of caring and direct thereapy for over 20 years. She emphasizes honest appraisal and guided self-reflection as a means of confronting issues head-on. In addition to general practice for individuals, couples, and family, she is experienced in successfully counseling workplace issues including trauma, job changes, complyee/employer relations and other HR-related conficts.
Susan Charney MSW,LCSW has been in practice for over 20 years and provides a safe confidential and comfortable environment; for individuals, couples and families to explore different options to create changes in their lives.
Susan Charney MSW,LCSW has been practicing her unique style of caring and direct thereapy for over 20 years. She emphasizes honest appraisal and guided self-reflection as a means of confronting issues head-on. In addition to general practice for individuals, couples, and family, she is experienced in successfully counseling workplace issues including trauma, job changes, complyee/employer relations and other HR-related conficts.
Kelsey Hansen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016 (Online Only)
I mainly focus on working with couples who are wanting to remain a team while getting to know each other more as they support individual growth and young adults coping with various transitions such as going to college, adjusting to life after pursuing a higher degree, and navigating important relationships.
When something isn't working, when you’re feeling stuck, or when you’re amidst a transition in life, you may find yourself outside of your comfort zone. This can feel uncomfortable, unsettling, or even scary at times. This can also be a beneficial time to get to know yourself and your relationships more. If you're struggling with the above or noticing challenges with anxiety, depression, a life transition, relationship distress, parenting stress, or ambiguous loss, I have experience working with these issues.
I mainly focus on working with couples who are wanting to remain a team while getting to know each other more as they support individual growth and young adults coping with various transitions such as going to college, adjusting to life after pursuing a higher degree, and navigating important relationships.
When something isn't working, when you’re feeling stuck, or when you’re amidst a transition in life, you may find yourself outside of your comfort zone. This can feel uncomfortable, unsettling, or even scary at times. This can also be a beneficial time to get to know yourself and your relationships more. If you're struggling with the above or noticing challenges with anxiety, depression, a life transition, relationship distress, parenting stress, or ambiguous loss, I have experience working with these issues.
Keri Sipek
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
With a degree in Marriage & Family Therapy, I approach cases from a systemic perspective because I believe we are all influenced by larger systems, such as our families, romantic partnerships, workplace, and community.
Availability for couples & individuals. Reaching out for help can be difficult & takes courage. I’m here to offer a safe space & provide support while you explore your issues. From there, you can begin to heal & create positive change in your life & relationships. My experience includes working with couples, & individual adults who have struggled with infidelity, relationship strain, sexual issues, parenting, depression, anxiety, & more. In addition, I work with women & couples struggling with infertility, postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, traumatic birth recovery, & adjustment to parenthood.
With a degree in Marriage & Family Therapy, I approach cases from a systemic perspective because I believe we are all influenced by larger systems, such as our families, romantic partnerships, workplace, and community.
Availability for couples & individuals. Reaching out for help can be difficult & takes courage. I’m here to offer a safe space & provide support while you explore your issues. From there, you can begin to heal & create positive change in your life & relationships. My experience includes working with couples, & individual adults who have struggled with infidelity, relationship strain, sexual issues, parenting, depression, anxiety, & more. In addition, I work with women & couples struggling with infertility, postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, traumatic birth recovery, & adjustment to parenthood.
I am passionate about working with couples and taking a deep dive into family of origin bonds and their long-lasting impact on our current relationships. I help couples explore early attachment injuries, discover their attachment style and increase awareness of how we show up in the way we relate to ourselves and others. I also focus on working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues and relational conflict. My goal is to help clients recognize the negative core beliefs that are dictating their behaviors and thought patterns and gently exploring their origins.
I am passionate about working with couples and taking a deep dive into family of origin bonds and their long-lasting impact on our current relationships. I help couples explore early attachment injuries, discover their attachment style and increase awareness of how we show up in the way we relate to ourselves and others. I also focus on working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues and relational conflict. My goal is to help clients recognize the negative core beliefs that are dictating their behaviors and thought patterns and gently exploring their origins.
I work with adult individuals and couples.
Are you having difficulty navigating life's challenges and finding a way back to thriving rather than surviving? I can help. My approach comes from empowering people to see the strength and uniqueness within themselves.
I work with adult individuals and couples.
Are you having difficulty navigating life's challenges and finding a way back to thriving rather than surviving? I can help. My approach comes from empowering people to see the strength and uniqueness within themselves.
Phoenix Foundations Recovery/ Patrick Varney PLLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, MS, LISAC, LAC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016
My therapeutic style is easy going but to the point of taking an empathetic client-centered approach in an understanding way that fosters a genuine partnership, to promote personal growth in healing & the building of a fulfilling new lifestyle.
Accepting United Healthcare Insurance- In Network. Accepting New Clients! Serving Arizona Families, Couples & Individuals, Specializing in Addictions, Process Addictions & Mental Health Issues. Today can be the beginning of Change, “Let’s Get Started”. If you are feeling distressed and frustrated over having lost some or all control over gambling, shopping, obsessive & compulsive behaviors, sex, alcohol, cannabis, or other substances in your life or the lives of loved ones? Are you feeling despair, isolation, anxiety, loneliness or depression? " Let's start Healing Today".
My therapeutic style is easy going but to the point of taking an empathetic client-centered approach in an understanding way that fosters a genuine partnership, to promote personal growth in healing & the building of a fulfilling new lifestyle.
Accepting United Healthcare Insurance- In Network. Accepting New Clients! Serving Arizona Families, Couples & Individuals, Specializing in Addictions, Process Addictions & Mental Health Issues. Today can be the beginning of Change, “Let’s Get Started”. If you are feeling distressed and frustrated over having lost some or all control over gambling, shopping, obsessive & compulsive behaviors, sex, alcohol, cannabis, or other substances in your life or the lives of loved ones? Are you feeling despair, isolation, anxiety, loneliness or depression? " Let's start Healing Today".
Erin Tarkington
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Erin's commitment to providing a secure and emotionally attuned base for organizing challenging thoughts and feelings reflects her dedication to the well-being and growth of individuals, couples, and families.
Erin Tarkington is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a mission to strengthen and nurture couple and family relationships. Specializing in creating a positive emotional culture, fostering a warm and comfortable environment, and providing non-judgmental space for thoughts and feelings, Erin strives to help couples and families flourish in connection, communication, and partnership.
Erin's commitment to providing a secure and emotionally attuned base for organizing challenging thoughts and feelings reflects her dedication to the well-being and growth of individuals, couples, and families.
Erin Tarkington is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a mission to strengthen and nurture couple and family relationships. Specializing in creating a positive emotional culture, fostering a warm and comfortable environment, and providing non-judgmental space for thoughts and feelings, Erin strives to help couples and families flourish in connection, communication, and partnership.
Estavillo specializes in both individual and couples therapy and has worked in a variety of settings from Hospital Medical Centers to University Counseling Centers.
Dr. Melissa Estavillo is a Licensed Psychologist and founder of Biltmore Psychology and Counseling. At BPC we do not view people as broken and damaged, but on a journey to become the best versions of themselves. Though some nights may be dark, we believe in hope for the future and the tenacity of the human spirit. Our job is to journey with people through difficult times and provide the guidance needed to achieve something far greater than the average. We can’t promise that it will always be easy, but we believe that it is worth it and know you will too.
Estavillo specializes in both individual and couples therapy and has worked in a variety of settings from Hospital Medical Centers to University Counseling Centers.
Dr. Melissa Estavillo is a Licensed Psychologist and founder of Biltmore Psychology and Counseling. At BPC we do not view people as broken and damaged, but on a journey to become the best versions of themselves. Though some nights may be dark, we believe in hope for the future and the tenacity of the human spirit. Our job is to journey with people through difficult times and provide the guidance needed to achieve something far greater than the average. We can’t promise that it will always be easy, but we believe that it is worth it and know you will too.
Most of my work involves working with depression, anxiety, trauma, losses, and life adaptations with early and late adolescents, adults, and couples. I have a strong experience working cross-culturally and including the family in the therapy if necessary. My approach is Existential-Humanistic with a strong Psychodynamic base. I may use cognitive therapy, and techniques such as EMDR, Play, Art, or IFS when necessary.
Most of my work involves working with depression, anxiety, trauma, losses, and life adaptations with early and late adolescents, adults, and couples. I have a strong experience working cross-culturally and including the family in the therapy if necessary. My approach is Existential-Humanistic with a strong Psychodynamic base. I may use cognitive therapy, and techniques such as EMDR, Play, Art, or IFS when necessary.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.