Therapists in Tempe, AZ

I consider myself to be half street and half academia. And I always ask the question, Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Addiction is like a deep, dark hole that seemingly has no way out. This is my specialty and I am very skilled at it. I consider myself half "Street" and half academia. Please go to www.dieboldbehavioralcounseling.com for a more detailed biography. The healing begins with a phone call. It can be scary after we've been hurt and lost, but the way back home is always worth the effort. I'm always amazed at the courage of my clients.

My mission is to support you in activating your own inner healing wisdom as you move towards experiencing wholeness, expansion and transformation. I utilize a combination of body-based interventions from ancient wisdom traditions and traditional psychotherapy methods to address the psychological, spiritual, emotional and physiological needs of each individual, creating a more integrative, effective, and holistic approach to healing.

Life sometimes presents us with challenges. When we identify something in our lives that we want to change, it can be hard to cope with leaving you feeling overwhelmed. I provide a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment while exploring what lead to your life challenges. I have over 18 years of social work experience and 3 years of working in behavioral health. In my practice I use a variety of evidenced-based approaches including motivational interviewing, solution focused, person centered and cognitive behavioral therapy.

I help individuals and couples navigate and problem solve areas of difficulties in their significant relationships. The heart of my work is to help you identify negative, self-defeating beliefs and learn skills that will help you to respond as opposed to reacting to life's perplexing moments. Our work together provides the space and guidance to develop greater self-awareness, effective communication skills, compassion for yourself and close, connected, relationships.

My ideal client is someone who is willing to try and not perfect. I feel everyone has a story to tell and I love listening to people and learning about them as well as developing a plan. I tend to pivot and figure out what each client needs not what I want to do. I am trained in most cutting edge modalities so I like to give you the chance to see and try different tools. I love doing some experiential components. I work a lot with anxiety/depression and PTSD which are often the symptoms which often unravel other things.

My goal is assisting clients with identifying and addressing internal and interpersonal goals by breaking cycles that do not work for them. The goal is to have clients gain autonomy and empowerment to address complex issues and concerns pragmatically, effectively, and consistently. Demographics include teens, young adults, and adults (individual session). The populations I work with include Developmental Trauma and/or Trauma, SMI, Personality Disorders, BFRB, Bipolar Disorder, and Neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD, and OCD). I utilize a multi-modal approach to ensure clients receive services that best meet their individualized needs.

I thrive working with clients learning to understand and heal from addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, church hurt, individuals questioning sexuality, persons working through career transitions, and couples navigating how to communicate and deepen emotional and physical intimacy. My aim is to provide a space where you can connect with yourself, feel accepted, whole, and human, and a place where you can learn to thrive again.

Every individual has their needs and wants in life. I work with individuals, couples, or families to achieve goals to maintain a more meaningful lifestyle. My strength is an honest approach so that people know that I am being genuine with them and that I amwith them in the moment. I help people to find out what gets in the way of them being effective in everyday life and help them look to a healthier future. I believe that everyone has the power in themselves to change, and that everyone needs help sometimes to keep moving forward.

Psychotherapy is a partnership between the therapist and the client. The client sets the agenda, the therapist provides methods and together they discuss and explore alternatives to help the client achieve a more effective approach to life. Like any sort of partnership, the success or failure depends upon mutual effort. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2002 and I love my work.

Trouble emotional/behavioral flexibility-Anxiety, Codependency,PTSD, Dissassociation? Struggling with anxiety-feeling numb or down in life? I have worked with the most World Class industry leaders and trained in most cutting edge therapies. We offer a down to Earth- "Whole Person Approach"-individualized planning with cutting edge tools-SEP,EMDR, Brainspotting, FSAP, CBT, DBT, PIT, CSAT-C, Licensed Substance Use, Certified Life Coach/Hypnotherapy, Brain Mapping/NeuroBiofeedback, CSAT model, Pia Melody’s PIT, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Meadows Trained & Somatic Experiencing Training Assistant. We are good with simple or complex ca

Do you find yourself wondering why you do what you do? Repeating the same patterns? You are not alone. In my practice, I'll guide you to learn why these things occur and what you can do to change them. We’ll take a deep dive into your childhood and reconcile the experiences you had then with the ones you’re having now. We'll take a look at how your awareness is shaped by these kinds of powerful forces and help you get to point where you can start making the types of decisions you can feel proud of.

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.

You can break free of things like worry, bad relationships, or regrets. You don't need to keep living without hope... claim a dream for your future! There are solutions! Together, we can name those thoughts and memories that bother, hurt, or worry you the most. Make room for new thoughts! Living with anxiety, depression, or obsessions, often causes us to relieve that stress in very powerful, sometimes heartbreaking ways. Wouldn't it be great to feel peaceful, or strong, or in love, or powerful, or... Contact me now for your free consultation!

Drawing upon my personal journey, I intimately understand the overwhelming and isolating nature of our internal struggles. Yet, I firmly believe that life doesn't have to be overshadowed by fear and loneliness. What if we viewed life's challenges as opportunities for profound growth and understanding? What if we discarded societal labels, embracing ourselves with unwavering acceptance and kindness? My passion lies in guiding individuals away from the clutches of suffering and towards the inherent beauty that exists within our lives.

Choosing a therapist can be tough, and first I hope you feel comfortable making use of my 15 min free consultation, without obligation. Helping you get started is a passion of mine, as my recovery process starting in 2002 changed my life. The difference between being feel stuck and trapped, and feeling free is more significant than I had any idea even when I started. I can share my experience, clinical or historical information about modalities, effective care patterns or just talk. Along the way, if there is a direction I'm happy to refer you to, or if you find interest in my offerings, great.

There are various obstacles life presents to us that leave us with many emotions to process. I have a Masters from Colorado Christian University in Clinical Mental Health with emphasis on Addiction and Chemical Dependencies, and a graduate from the Sexual Health Alliance and am pre-licensed with the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) as a Sex Therapist providing in-depth psychotherapy treating clients with sexual issues and concerns. I emphasize the importance of faith-based practice and have strengths in substance abuse, addiction, chemical dependencies, couples, pre/marital,

I am Accepting New Clients for both In-Person and Telehealth appointments. I am ready and willing to provide a safe space, to help you and/or your loved one face and take on any life stressors or challenges. This can include issues contributing to anxiety, depression, relational problems, trauma, unhealthy coping skills, self-esteem issues, stress and much more. Services are offered for Couples, families, teens, young adults, and adults. I’d be happy to answer any questions/ concerns- Please reach out!

I know that you want to feel hopeful about your future and not haunted by your past. You need to find a way through your biggest fears. The problem is you feel hopeless and trapped by what has happened. Your past should not haunt you and hold you back from a great future. I understand your fears and pain. I have over 10 years of experience and extensive training to help you tackle the ghosts of your past. I have helped many people create road maps through their fears and find hope in their futures.

I have sixteen years of experience as a cognitive behavioral therapist and have years of experience as a clinical supervisor. Life is constantly changing and navigating those changes on your own can be difficult. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental and confidential space where you can share your thoughts, feelings, and concerns.