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Adriana G Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016  (Online Only)
Having self-doubt, putting others' needs before your own, feeling torn between your family expectations and what you want, or not knowing how to set boundaries to take care of yourself are all common experiences Latino/a/x go through.
Have you ever looked around the room and thought, “I do not belong here”, “I am not good enough”, or “I do not know how to get through this”? Perhaps these thoughts come up in your work, relationships, parenting, or everyday life situations. Maybe growing up in an immigrant family or being an immigrant yourself, you were pushed to be better, do better, or do more while feeling the weight of your family, culture and society. Sometimes those expectations could even feel conflicting. Despite life lessons and resiliency that shaped your life, you may feel like something is still missing or some of those thoughts continue bothering you.
Having self-doubt, putting others' needs before your own, feeling torn between your family expectations and what you want, or not knowing how to set boundaries to take care of yourself are all common experiences Latino/a/x go through.
Have you ever looked around the room and thought, “I do not belong here”, “I am not good enough”, or “I do not know how to get through this”? Perhaps these thoughts come up in your work, relationships, parenting, or everyday life situations. Maybe growing up in an immigrant family or being an immigrant yourself, you were pushed to be better, do better, or do more while feeling the weight of your family, culture and society. Sometimes those expectations could even feel conflicting. Despite life lessons and resiliency that shaped your life, you may feel like something is still missing or some of those thoughts continue bothering you.
(602) 910-2740 View (602) 910-2740
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Riley Walsh - Gender Identity Center
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
My therapeutic approach centers on Existential Theory and incorporates elements of Internal Family Systems and person-centered therapy.
My name is Riley and my pronouns are he/him/his. My work is focused on supporting the LGBTQIA2S+ community. As a transgender and autistic man, it is important to me that my clients have a safe space in my office to be their most authentic self and may be met with unconditional positive regard throughout their therapeutic experience. Seeking therapy is a courageous first step in an effort to better oneself and it is an act of self-love. I firmly believe that everyone deserves a space to embark on this journey and be met with acceptance at every stage of their healing. I am accepting clients of all ages.
My therapeutic approach centers on Existential Theory and incorporates elements of Internal Family Systems and person-centered therapy.
My name is Riley and my pronouns are he/him/his. My work is focused on supporting the LGBTQIA2S+ community. As a transgender and autistic man, it is important to me that my clients have a safe space in my office to be their most authentic self and may be met with unconditional positive regard throughout their therapeutic experience. Seeking therapy is a courageous first step in an effort to better oneself and it is an act of self-love. I firmly believe that everyone deserves a space to embark on this journey and be met with acceptance at every stage of their healing. I am accepting clients of all ages.
(623) 294-9188 View (623) 294-9188
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Morgan Musick
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
My clinical experience includes working with trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship and family conflict, LGBTQ+, ethical non-monogamy, sexually maladaptive behaviors, personality disorders, and body image struggles.
Hi! My name is Morgan, I hold a Master's of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grand Canyon University, am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) and a certified Sex-Offender Treatment provider for both adult and juvenile populations. I strive to empower clients to progress towards their goals, and am passionate about providing client-centered care tailored to the needs of the individual while cultivating a safe therapeutic environment. While I love serving a wide variety of populations. As a queer individual, I am very passionate about serving the LGBTQ+ community and addressing LGBTQ+ issues in therapy.
My clinical experience includes working with trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship and family conflict, LGBTQ+, ethical non-monogamy, sexually maladaptive behaviors, personality disorders, and body image struggles.
Hi! My name is Morgan, I hold a Master's of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grand Canyon University, am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) and a certified Sex-Offender Treatment provider for both adult and juvenile populations. I strive to empower clients to progress towards their goals, and am passionate about providing client-centered care tailored to the needs of the individual while cultivating a safe therapeutic environment. While I love serving a wide variety of populations. As a queer individual, I am very passionate about serving the LGBTQ+ community and addressing LGBTQ+ issues in therapy.
(602) 962-7539 View (602) 962-7539
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Amanda Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Maybe you're feeling less than confident in knowing how to best support your child with school issues, anxiety, anger issues, adoption, family conflict, working through trauma or other concerns. Lets work together! As a therapist, I value providing a non-judgmental, empathetic and collaborative relationship with my clients, as well as supporting you as the parent in finding your own strength and confidence in your parenting. You don’t have to go it alone! My goal is to help you see that you already have the tools needed to help create calm, peace and happiness for yourself and your family.
Maybe you're feeling less than confident in knowing how to best support your child with school issues, anxiety, anger issues, adoption, family conflict, working through trauma or other concerns. Lets work together! As a therapist, I value providing a non-judgmental, empathetic and collaborative relationship with my clients, as well as supporting you as the parent in finding your own strength and confidence in your parenting. You don’t have to go it alone! My goal is to help you see that you already have the tools needed to help create calm, peace and happiness for yourself and your family.
(623) 624-9159 View (623) 624-9159
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Ashlea Taylor-Barber
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Therapeutic modalities such as Eye Desensitization Movement Reprocessing known as EMDR utilized to process traumatic events, Bowen and Structural Marriage and Family therapy utilized to identify and target negative patterns of the behaviors that we sometimes do not even realize we are doing.
Are you seeking an unbiased person open to listening and discussing your thoughts? Sometimes we all need that! Life often brings us curve balls in the form of relational, career, racial, marital or family conflict that cause us to question who we are. These situations rattle our emotions to our core or change the normality that we call our life. During these times the ability to work through this with someone who specializes in transitional change maybe the answer!
Therapeutic modalities such as Eye Desensitization Movement Reprocessing known as EMDR utilized to process traumatic events, Bowen and Structural Marriage and Family therapy utilized to identify and target negative patterns of the behaviors that we sometimes do not even realize we are doing.
Are you seeking an unbiased person open to listening and discussing your thoughts? Sometimes we all need that! Life often brings us curve balls in the form of relational, career, racial, marital or family conflict that cause us to question who we are. These situations rattle our emotions to our core or change the normality that we call our life. During these times the ability to work through this with someone who specializes in transitional change maybe the answer!
(602) 560-7933 View (602) 560-7933
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Cynthia D Berry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHI
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016
My expertise entails working with children and their families, utilizing play therapy, sand trays, and attachment-based family therapy.
I am accepting new clients! My experience in the field has led me to understand that everyone is unique and comes to healing in their own ways. My role is to provide a safe and nurturing environment and assist individuals in understanding and achieving their goals during the therapeutic process.
My expertise entails working with children and their families, utilizing play therapy, sand trays, and attachment-based family therapy.
I am accepting new clients! My experience in the field has led me to understand that everyone is unique and comes to healing in their own ways. My role is to provide a safe and nurturing environment and assist individuals in understanding and achieving their goals during the therapeutic process.
(623) 286-2699 View (623) 286-2699
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Naomi Brackett
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Together we can develop skills and understanding to make meaningful progress, whether to enhance communication, connection, and satisfaction in your relationship, to manage the impacts of stress, anxiety, or hardship in life, or to improve family dynamics.
Different times and experiences in life inspire a desire (or need) for change in our selves, and in our relationships. When you're facing challenges and at the cusp of growth, I can offer you understanding, insight, and support for your unique experience, background, and next steps. With a warm and personal approach, I strive to maintain a safe, comfortable, and nonjudgmental therapy setting where we can work together to address challenges, changes, and goals, while also making space to explore the power and influences of the past.
Together we can develop skills and understanding to make meaningful progress, whether to enhance communication, connection, and satisfaction in your relationship, to manage the impacts of stress, anxiety, or hardship in life, or to improve family dynamics.
Different times and experiences in life inspire a desire (or need) for change in our selves, and in our relationships. When you're facing challenges and at the cusp of growth, I can offer you understanding, insight, and support for your unique experience, background, and next steps. With a warm and personal approach, I strive to maintain a safe, comfortable, and nonjudgmental therapy setting where we can work together to address challenges, changes, and goals, while also making space to explore the power and influences of the past.
(623) 294-6503 View (623) 294-6503
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Elijah Bedrosian
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
I work with individuals (both teens and adults), couples and family systems. I have helped people to heal from past hurts, sexuality, addiction/compulsivity, betrayal trauma, anxiety, depression and relationship struggles. Our sessions will be focused on the reasons you are seeking help. If you are seeking individual therapy, common issues we often discuss include: how to improve relationships, work through stressors and trauma, and have healthier ways of managing mood including anxiety and depression. It is also common that I discuss with you how your past experiences influence your life and your relationships today.
I work with individuals (both teens and adults), couples and family systems. I have helped people to heal from past hurts, sexuality, addiction/compulsivity, betrayal trauma, anxiety, depression and relationship struggles. Our sessions will be focused on the reasons you are seeking help. If you are seeking individual therapy, common issues we often discuss include: how to improve relationships, work through stressors and trauma, and have healthier ways of managing mood including anxiety and depression. It is also common that I discuss with you how your past experiences influence your life and your relationships today.
(623) 688-8292 View (623) 688-8292
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Hayley Lambertus
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Seeking out the help of a therapist can be a difficult process. With that understanding, my goal is to provide a safe and secure place to work through some of life's most challenging issues. I approach therapy through an inquisitive place in order to best understand you, your situation and how we can work on effectively navigate through it. I provide individual and family services to adolescents and adults. I have experience working with relational trauma, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, LGBTQIA+, trauma, relationship challenges, self-esteem and life transitions.
Seeking out the help of a therapist can be a difficult process. With that understanding, my goal is to provide a safe and secure place to work through some of life's most challenging issues. I approach therapy through an inquisitive place in order to best understand you, your situation and how we can work on effectively navigate through it. I provide individual and family services to adolescents and adults. I have experience working with relational trauma, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, LGBTQIA+, trauma, relationship challenges, self-esteem and life transitions.
(480) 553-8343 View (480) 553-8343
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Lilian Borges PLLC
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Relationship issues can affect people's lives in so many levels including physical and mental health, family, work, and finances.
After 30 years of experience doing therapy in the US and other countries, I have several tools in my toolbox. I use a variety of approaches and techniques such as hypnosis, cognitive therapy, PACT, emotionally focused therapy, mindfulness, among others. I have been very interested in how to help couples to have better relationships: how their past affect their relationship and how they can let go of their past and create the life, and relationship they want for themselves.
Relationship issues can affect people's lives in so many levels including physical and mental health, family, work, and finances.
After 30 years of experience doing therapy in the US and other countries, I have several tools in my toolbox. I use a variety of approaches and techniques such as hypnosis, cognitive therapy, PACT, emotionally focused therapy, mindfulness, among others. I have been very interested in how to help couples to have better relationships: how their past affect their relationship and how they can let go of their past and create the life, and relationship they want for themselves.
(480) 409-2407 View (480) 409-2407
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Steven Straley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
I am a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist from state of Arizona.
I am experienced working with individuals and couples in navigating issues related to depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, abuse, gender identity and expression, family relationships, communication, self-worth, sexuality, and intimacy. My therapeutic style focuses on building connections, emotional expressiveness, and developing self-worth in my clients. Being our true selves in every aspect of our life, including being open and honest about our feelings in a safe environment, is a prerequisite for healing.
I am a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist from state of Arizona.
I am experienced working with individuals and couples in navigating issues related to depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, abuse, gender identity and expression, family relationships, communication, self-worth, sexuality, and intimacy. My therapeutic style focuses on building connections, emotional expressiveness, and developing self-worth in my clients. Being our true selves in every aspect of our life, including being open and honest about our feelings in a safe environment, is a prerequisite for healing.
(623) 292-6360 View (623) 292-6360
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Daed L. Ayala
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016  (Online Only)
Skilled in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and general relationship challenges (family, friends, co-workers) Trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Hello, I am Daed Ayala a bilingual therapist with over a decade long experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My practice is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to helping clients achieve their goals for emotional well-being and personal growth. My strength-based approach helps build strong therapeutic relationships and long-lasting changes. My approach to therapy is to empower clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in a supportive and nonjudgmental space, facilitating self-discovery and insight.
Skilled in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and general relationship challenges (family, friends, co-workers) Trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Hello, I am Daed Ayala a bilingual therapist with over a decade long experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My practice is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to helping clients achieve their goals for emotional well-being and personal growth. My strength-based approach helps build strong therapeutic relationships and long-lasting changes. My approach to therapy is to empower clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in a supportive and nonjudgmental space, facilitating self-discovery and insight.
(623) 294-2714 View (623) 294-2714
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Krystal Paquette McBride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
My focused areas of training have been family systems, trauma, childhood/developmental trauma, addiction, codependency, mindfulness/body regulation, & anxiety.
First, I want to thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. I focus on creating an emotionally safe place. Safe enough to be vulnerable and lean into discomfort. Safe enough to create change that may be desired or needed. My style is direct, compassionate, and caring. When appropriate, I use humor, transparency, and my own quirky personality to help create a safe environment and vulnerability. It is the balance of being client-centered (meeting clients where they’re at) and encouraging change (which sometimes includes calling out BS or respectfully challenging when needed). Im currently offering in-person and telehealth.
My focused areas of training have been family systems, trauma, childhood/developmental trauma, addiction, codependency, mindfulness/body regulation, & anxiety.
First, I want to thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. I focus on creating an emotionally safe place. Safe enough to be vulnerable and lean into discomfort. Safe enough to create change that may be desired or needed. My style is direct, compassionate, and caring. When appropriate, I use humor, transparency, and my own quirky personality to help create a safe environment and vulnerability. It is the balance of being client-centered (meeting clients where they’re at) and encouraging change (which sometimes includes calling out BS or respectfully challenging when needed). Im currently offering in-person and telehealth.
(602) 755-6252 View (602) 755-6252
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Jeff Skeens
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MMFT , CCTP, MDiv
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
As a marriage and family therapist, I am trained to observe and help family systems as well as individuals.
Unresolved relational issues. Past trauma that has begun affecting your normal routine. Marriage is going through a hard time. Family life is full of stress and conflict. Anxiety keeps growing and becoming more intense. These are all part of being human and being in relationship, and it’s OK to ask for help in the midst of them.
As a marriage and family therapist, I am trained to observe and help family systems as well as individuals.
Unresolved relational issues. Past trauma that has begun affecting your normal routine. Marriage is going through a hard time. Family life is full of stress and conflict. Anxiety keeps growing and becoming more intense. These are all part of being human and being in relationship, and it’s OK to ask for help in the midst of them.
(602) 584-7670 View (602) 584-7670
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Asa R Aramburo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016  (Online Only)
My experience includes RAD, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, depression, OCD, family system issues (including grandparents raising grandchildren), substance abuse, behavior manage, traum, and DV issues.
I'm Asa Aramburo , I am a LCSW an am currently Licensed to work with those in Oregon and Arizona. I have MSW from Portland State University in Social Work and have been working with Children and Families for over 30 years. I enjoy working with all ages and stages and have a vast experience in working with family systems issues. I value building rapport and trust in the client-therapist relationship and working with my clients to achieve their desired goals in their therapeutic journey.
My experience includes RAD, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, depression, OCD, family system issues (including grandparents raising grandchildren), substance abuse, behavior manage, traum, and DV issues.
I'm Asa Aramburo , I am a LCSW an am currently Licensed to work with those in Oregon and Arizona. I have MSW from Portland State University in Social Work and have been working with Children and Families for over 30 years. I enjoy working with all ages and stages and have a vast experience in working with family systems issues. I value building rapport and trust in the client-therapist relationship and working with my clients to achieve their desired goals in their therapeutic journey.
(602) 892-0369 View (602) 892-0369
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Suzanne Peterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LISAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults, focusing on issues of depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma, relationships, work/life balance, academic challenges, and family conflict.
In my 10 years as a therapist, I have primarily worked with adolescents and young adults struggling with mental health and/or substance use issues and I utilize relapse prevention and harm reduction strategies to help support individuals through their recovery, or help guide the individual through supporting a loved one struggling with addiction. Through a holistic approach towards wellness, and using cognitive-behavioral interventions, trauma-informed care, and positive psychology, I help individuals make changes to improve their behavior, mood, thinking, and well-being to identify and maximize their personal strengths.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults, focusing on issues of depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma, relationships, work/life balance, academic challenges, and family conflict.
In my 10 years as a therapist, I have primarily worked with adolescents and young adults struggling with mental health and/or substance use issues and I utilize relapse prevention and harm reduction strategies to help support individuals through their recovery, or help guide the individual through supporting a loved one struggling with addiction. Through a holistic approach towards wellness, and using cognitive-behavioral interventions, trauma-informed care, and positive psychology, I help individuals make changes to improve their behavior, mood, thinking, and well-being to identify and maximize their personal strengths.
(206) 752-6430 View (206) 752-6430
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Suzana Adams Psy.D. LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, LLC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016
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.
(602) 714-9326 View (602) 714-9326
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Life in Motion Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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.
(623) 469-7813 View (623) 469-7813
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Lolly Nissan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016
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.
(623) 294-8590 View (623) 294-8590
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Mary Anne Stich
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LISAC, MAC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Waitlist for new clients
Let's discover what might be holding you back! Maybe it's learning to set healthy boundaries, dealing with family dysfunction, dealing with abuse or attachment issues.
I specialize in meeting my clients where they are in their journey Everyone has their own unique story and I take the time to listen and work with you to help you discover how to live your best life! I became a counselor to understand the topic of addiction, with its capacity to destroy lives and relationships, and to encourage people to turn their life around and live with purpose and meaning. I've worked passionately alongside clients and their families at different programs in the Valley and have extensive experience helping people live an authentic, meaningful life and I can help you too!
Let's discover what might be holding you back! Maybe it's learning to set healthy boundaries, dealing with family dysfunction, dealing with abuse or attachment issues.
I specialize in meeting my clients where they are in their journey Everyone has their own unique story and I take the time to listen and work with you to help you discover how to live your best life! I became a counselor to understand the topic of addiction, with its capacity to destroy lives and relationships, and to encourage people to turn their life around and live with purpose and meaning. I've worked passionately alongside clients and their families at different programs in the Valley and have extensive experience helping people live an authentic, meaningful life and I can help you too!
(602) 786-9024 View (602) 786-9024
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.