Therapists in Arizona

I am passionate about helping others to find peace, emotional awareness and understanding. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology. I have worked in a variety of therapy settings here in the valley for over twenty years. I have a strong history of working with adults and adolescents who struggle with day to day living as well as serious life changing events, including suffering abuse, experiencing divorce, grief, loss and developing positive relationships. I support couples and families by supplying guidance in active listening, communication and improved intimacy.

I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker and Substance Abuse Counselor. I have over 20 years of professional experience working with addiction issues, anxiety, depression, PTSD, divorce, trauma & abuse, grief, and codependency. My passion is working with women in transition as well as families undergoing life and growth challanges.

I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the Phoenix area for the last 30 years. I have a complete knowledge of the resources within the community. My experience includes work with troubled teens in a variety of contexts. I have 15 years experience as a provider for the courts providing mediation, counseling, therapeutic supervision and evaluations for families in the transitions of divorce. I am also a skilled relationship and marital therapist. I specialize in men's issues. I have also had extensive experience in anger management, depression and anxiety disorders.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Private Practice, with over 30 years of experience in individual, family, marital, divorce, blended family, child and adolescent counseling, and veteran's issues. During that time, I have developed an understanding of human nature that guides me down the path to best help each individual. I believe that no one gets through life without some adversity and difficulty. I strive to treat each person as a unique individual and reinforce their worth and dignity. My clients range in ages from 2 through adult, including the geriatric group.

My name is Dr. Heidi Wyman. I have a PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy and have been practicing in this field for approximately 17 years. I work with children, families, and individuals. I work with a wide variety of issues and tend to focus on individual and family strengths when working with clients. I am committed to helping others and use feedback from those that I help to guide my work and my practice.

Jerry Andrews is a Licensed Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist, as well as a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor. He has a Masters degree in Counseling with an emphasis on Marriage, Family, and Child. His experience in behavioral health began in the mid 1990's, holding positions such as: group home staff worker for troubled youth, case manager for the severely mentally ill population, and site manager/director for a psychiatric outpatient mental health facility. These roles have helped strengthen what Mr. Andrews offers as a therapist, and have allowed him to approach each case in a comprehensive manner.

Whether you are experiencing a problem that needs immediate attention, or you are finally ready to confront a long-standing issue, finding the right provider is the next important step. I work with individuals, couples and families dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues and parenting, as well as adolescence/ phase of life issues, blended families and other change of life/adjustment issues. My goal for the therapeutic partnership is to help clients enhance their strengths and develop new skills to overcome obstacles to their emotional health and achieve their full potential.

Deciding to begin therapy and choosing a therapist can be difficult and anxiety provoking. I encourage you to move forward in this endeavor. I can help you make positive changes to reduce anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, increase and maintain motivation, make healthy lifestyle changes, and resolve personal and professional issues. I can also help you improve communication skills and become more assertive and empowered. If your problems are interfering with your relationships, social interactions, family dynamics, or work, help is available.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I have offices in Peoria, Avondale, and Scottsdale Arizona. I graduated from the University of Oklahoma. I have 18 years of experience in the social service field and have been a Clinical Director for several programs in the valley, but enjoy providing therapy to individuals and families the most. I work with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, couples, and family therapy. I understand that taking the first step towards getting help can be the most difficult and look forward to gaining your trust and helping you regain peace in your life.

I provide individual counseling services for those affected by gambling addiction. I focus on assisting the gambler to decrease or eliminate gambling activities. I have developed multiple interventions over the past 15 years counseling gamblers. Many of those services can be covered by the Arizona Department of Gaming Office of Problem Gambling, Treatment Assistance Program if certain criteria is met. Additionally, provide counseling for Veterans and narcissistic abuse recovery. Most major insurance is accepted.

Andee Bufkin is a master's level Professional Counselor licensed with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health. Andee has over a decade of experience in the counseling field working with individual adults, adolescents, and families. Andee's goal is to provide you with goal-oriented, confidential therapy in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. Her specialties include dealing with anxiety related issues, depression, mood disorders, ADHD symptoms, communication skills, as well as child/adolescent behavioral disorders. Andee is also trained in EMDR techniques to assist clients who are struggling with Post traumatic stress disorder.

In my practice I see individuals who are dealing with all types of painful problems revolving around issues concerning struggles with relationships, loss/bereavement, addictions, mood disorders and anxiety concerns. At times, life can be difficult especially when overwhelming circumstances occur that are beyond a person's normal realm of experience. Learning new coping skills and discovering how to be more self-protective by setting healthy boundaries and limits through a process of self-empowerment is the primary goal in the counseling setting. I work hard with clients to find their best solution.

I LIKE TO FOCUS IN / ON WHAT YOU ARE EXPERIENCING IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP LIFE, WORK LIFE AND INNER FEELINGS AND THOUGHTS. TO FOCUS IN / ON EXPERIENCE IS TO BECOME AWARE OF YOUR EXPERIENCE IN DETAIL, IN GREAT DETAIL SO YOU CAN FIND A GROUND. TO BE IN YOUR GROUND IS TO BE CONTENT. I WORK WITH COUPLES, INDIVIDUALS, GAYS AND LESBIANS. SPANISH SPEAKING PROVIDED. I HAVE HAD 35 YEARS EXPERIENCE AS A THERAPIST AND TRAINED THERAPISTS TO DO GESTALT THERAPY FOR 30 YEARS. PLEASE VISIT MY WEBSITE AT HTTP://PHOENIXWOMENSCOUNSELING.COM

What is more important than the quality of your life? Relationships are the cornerstones to your personal well being. I work to take a close look at bonds that continue to influence your present experience. I have worked extensively with couples, including pre-marital and marital, individuals, teens to address such issues depression, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, relationships, substance abuse, grief, stress. My approach is strength based, goal-oriented, and includes cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, strategic intervention and family systems. Additionally I am trained to conduct EMDR.

Dr. Christiano treats both families and has specialization as a child psychologist and educator. He has trained counselors and psychologist for several years. He is an adjunct Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at Northern Arizona University. Although eclectic in his approach, he employs brief therapy and Cognitive-behavioral therapy. He works with all age clients. Dr Christiano’s training includes specific emphasis in developmental counseling, assessment and consultation. Currently, he conducts Custody Evaluations and serves as a Family Court Advisor for the Superior Court of Arizona – Maricopa County

I have been working in the Behavioral Health field for Twenty years with experience in Community Based Services, Crisis Intervention, and in Private Practice Seventeen. During these years I have worked with a variety of Clients ranging from Eating Disorders at Banner Behavioral Hospital, Scottsdale Arizona, Serious Mental Illness in Community Services and Private Practice, but specialize in Trauma. I enjoy working with a wide range of issues and partnering with my clients in recovery, healing and growth.

Sonoran Life Solutions is an outpatient counseling office with locations in Peoria and Goodyear. We offer some of the lowest private pay rates: $100 to see a Independently Licensed Therapist and $65 to see our amazing Life Coach or our counseling interns. We are a group of 21. We are licensed through the AZBBHE. We provide individual, couples, and family therapy. We are open Mon-Fri 7a-9p and Sat from 8a-5p. We accept almost all insurance plans. We also accept most Employee Assistance Programs. SLS believes in making counseling services affordable for those who need it.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Are you having difficulty adjusting to a new transition in your life? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have worked in a private practice setting for over ten years. I enjoy working with a broad range of issues related to relationships and mental health. Over the years I have become passionate about working with mothers struggling with loss, pregnancy and postpartum related depression, anxiety, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. 15-20% of pregnant women and new mothers suffer from perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. If you are struggling, you are not alone.

I look forward to providing you with experienced and effective treatment within a warm, caring and supportive therapeutic environment. Together, we will work to define your counseling goals and we will achieve them through increased awareness, problem-solving and personal empowerment. I have thirty years of experience working with individuals and couples and am happy to speak with you and see how I can help you to meet your needs.