Family Therapy in Phoenix, AZ
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.
Susan Kinkel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85012
I specialize in working with family dynamics, including couples and family counseling by navigating relationship as well as individual challenges.
Accepting New Client and Immediate Availability on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. Are you someone who at times feels like there’s not much hope in finding healing, or a way forward? You can see the barriers and wish you could move them, but feel like it’s overwhelming, or impossible. Maybe now is the right time to start your journey towards healing. If you feel ready to dip your toe into starting the journey, but need some guidance, and support, I am here to assist.
I specialize in working with family dynamics, including couples and family counseling by navigating relationship as well as individual challenges.
Accepting New Client and Immediate Availability on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. Are you someone who at times feels like there’s not much hope in finding healing, or a way forward? You can see the barriers and wish you could move them, but feel like it’s overwhelming, or impossible. Maybe now is the right time to start your journey towards healing. If you feel ready to dip your toe into starting the journey, but need some guidance, and support, I am here to assist.
Dynamic Counseling and Coaching Solutions
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAPC, LPC, CCTP, CAGSSAC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85027
At Dynamic Counseling and Coaching Solutions we believe whole people connecting with one another enhances the well-being of the family and the community. Similarly, people living and working together as whole communities will make the world better for all of us. Additionally, we all need places where we can speak without fear of judgement or rejection. When these needs are met, barriers to growth and well being can be removed. Our goal is to provide an environment that fosters the kind of individual growth that comes from intentional change by promoting health, healing and restoration.
At Dynamic Counseling and Coaching Solutions we believe whole people connecting with one another enhances the well-being of the family and the community. Similarly, people living and working together as whole communities will make the world better for all of us. Additionally, we all need places where we can speak without fear of judgement or rejection. When these needs are met, barriers to growth and well being can be removed. Our goal is to provide an environment that fosters the kind of individual growth that comes from intentional change by promoting health, healing and restoration.
Herb N' Oasis | Oasis Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85018 (Online Only)
As a member of our community we know that maintaining good mental health is an ongoing process and one that requires a good fit between you and your provider. We understand the courage it takes to ask for help, so give yourself credit for taking this step. Our holistic approach targets a variety of needs from managing stress, to preparing for life changes, to coping with diagnoses supported by medication. Your treatment is tailored through individual assessments and treatment plans to keep things as unique as you are, whether you're an individual, couple, or family unit. (Licensed in AZ & MA)
As a member of our community we know that maintaining good mental health is an ongoing process and one that requires a good fit between you and your provider. We understand the courage it takes to ask for help, so give yourself credit for taking this step. Our holistic approach targets a variety of needs from managing stress, to preparing for life changes, to coping with diagnoses supported by medication. Your treatment is tailored through individual assessments and treatment plans to keep things as unique as you are, whether you're an individual, couple, or family unit. (Licensed in AZ & MA)
Sarah Gallimore
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
I provide evaluation services for a variety of issues within criminal, family, and juvenile court matters.
I am a Phoenix-based forensic psychologist with extensive experience in forensic evaluations of adolescents and adults at all stages of criminal and divorce proceedings as well as child abuse and neglect cases. I have provided consultation, diagnostic assessments, forensic psychological assessments, and expert testimony for both prosecution and defense. I am also a court-appointed evaluator for the Superior Court of Arizona, Maricopa County.
I provide evaluation services for a variety of issues within criminal, family, and juvenile court matters.
I am a Phoenix-based forensic psychologist with extensive experience in forensic evaluations of adolescents and adults at all stages of criminal and divorce proceedings as well as child abuse and neglect cases. I have provided consultation, diagnostic assessments, forensic psychological assessments, and expert testimony for both prosecution and defense. I am also a court-appointed evaluator for the Superior Court of Arizona, Maricopa County.
John Opuroku
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85022
Being trained in CBT, DBT, Trauma Focused CBT, Person Centered, Mindfulness, Family Systems, Grief Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy.
My focus is to help children, youth, adults, and families with ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Anger, Family issues, Bereavement/Grief, Marriage and Family, Parenting, Occupational, Stress Management, or Life Management issues to meet their goals. At Omnipotent Health Services we believe that with consistent love and respect we can help at risk youth, adults, and families can rise above any past traumas.
Being trained in CBT, DBT, Trauma Focused CBT, Person Centered, Mindfulness, Family Systems, Grief Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy.
My focus is to help children, youth, adults, and families with ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Anger, Family issues, Bereavement/Grief, Marriage and Family, Parenting, Occupational, Stress Management, or Life Management issues to meet their goals. At Omnipotent Health Services we believe that with consistent love and respect we can help at risk youth, adults, and families can rise above any past traumas.
Matt Dwight
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85028
I’m a marriage and family therapist with extensive training and experience in couples, individual, and family counseling.
Tell me if this sounds familiar— you and your partner aren’t seeing eye-to-eye on an issue. This turns into a frustrating argument with hurt feelings, and one of you wants to fix things right now, while the other wants a break. In the meantime, both of you feel unheard and are becoming more disconnected from each other. Maybe you aren’t struggling in a relationship, but you don’t have motivation or excitement in life. You have tried pushing through hard days, but it doesn’t seem to be working and you want a new path forward. Whatever your road to arrive on my profile, I am so glad you did. Let me explain how I might be able to help.
I’m a marriage and family therapist with extensive training and experience in couples, individual, and family counseling.
Tell me if this sounds familiar— you and your partner aren’t seeing eye-to-eye on an issue. This turns into a frustrating argument with hurt feelings, and one of you wants to fix things right now, while the other wants a break. In the meantime, both of you feel unheard and are becoming more disconnected from each other. Maybe you aren’t struggling in a relationship, but you don’t have motivation or excitement in life. You have tried pushing through hard days, but it doesn’t seem to be working and you want a new path forward. Whatever your road to arrive on my profile, I am so glad you did. Let me explain how I might be able to help.
Elijah Steinbrecher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85028
With 13+ year career in Behavioral Health, I'm trained in Eye-Movement Desensitization&Reprocessing (EMDR), Ego-state/IFS therapies, Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SP) & Motivational Interviewing.
History shows us that at some point during our lives, we will all need some form of help. So, if we take our legal needs to Lawyers, medical needs to Doctors, why wouldn't we take our mental & emotional needs to a Therapist? Journeying through life can often be confusing & challenging. Life is all about connection to ourselves, a spouse, families or Creator. Connection takes work! So, when we've run out of resources to deal with issues, we often feel lost. I'm passionate about supporting individuals, couples, & families address challenges associated with life & trauma, because nobody effortlessly waltzes into great relationships.
With 13+ year career in Behavioral Health, I'm trained in Eye-Movement Desensitization&Reprocessing (EMDR), Ego-state/IFS therapies, Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SP) & Motivational Interviewing.
History shows us that at some point during our lives, we will all need some form of help. So, if we take our legal needs to Lawyers, medical needs to Doctors, why wouldn't we take our mental & emotional needs to a Therapist? Journeying through life can often be confusing & challenging. Life is all about connection to ourselves, a spouse, families or Creator. Connection takes work! So, when we've run out of resources to deal with issues, we often feel lost. I'm passionate about supporting individuals, couples, & families address challenges associated with life & trauma, because nobody effortlessly waltzes into great relationships.
Dr. Karen Ruskin
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85028
As a Psychotherapist, LMFT, life/relationship/family/job coach, consultant, I'm compassionate & multidisciplinary using the best fit therapy style based on the unique needs of each client: CBT, IFS, solutions, mind-body connection, strategies/action steps, meditation, mindfulness, holistic, family systems, insight, narrative, direct, empowerment & more.
YOU deserve the best! Couple crisis (infidelity, intimacy, sexual, traditional, non-traditional, LS, conflict, communication, trust, deciding-stay or go, parenting, infertility)? As an expert in relational health, I offer a safe space to provide you with the solution-focused help you deserve. Marriage saving? Dating? Divorced? Be your best self? Men's or Women's issues? Young adult? Youth? Stress related body ailments? Anxiety? Trauma? Grief/Loss? Stuck? Hi, I'm Dr. Karen & I get it! I'm a nationally renowned leader in mental and relational wellness providing individual, couple & family counseling for ANY challenge & TV contributor.
As a Psychotherapist, LMFT, life/relationship/family/job coach, consultant, I'm compassionate & multidisciplinary using the best fit therapy style based on the unique needs of each client: CBT, IFS, solutions, mind-body connection, strategies/action steps, meditation, mindfulness, holistic, family systems, insight, narrative, direct, empowerment & more.
YOU deserve the best! Couple crisis (infidelity, intimacy, sexual, traditional, non-traditional, LS, conflict, communication, trust, deciding-stay or go, parenting, infertility)? As an expert in relational health, I offer a safe space to provide you with the solution-focused help you deserve. Marriage saving? Dating? Divorced? Be your best self? Men's or Women's issues? Young adult? Youth? Stress related body ailments? Anxiety? Trauma? Grief/Loss? Stuck? Hi, I'm Dr. Karen & I get it! I'm a nationally renowned leader in mental and relational wellness providing individual, couple & family counseling for ANY challenge & TV contributor.
CFND Behavioral Health
LMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016 (Online Only)
Welcome to CFND Behavioral Health. We are so incredibly glad you are here with us. Since 1992, CFND Behavioral Health has had the philosophy that no one should go through life alone. As a community, we believe in creating an environment of exceptional client care through immediate accessibility to affordable mental health services and we appreciate the courage it takes for you to seek help. Our impact is due to the abilities of our incredible and talented Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and behavioral health administrators who strive to serve you daily.
Welcome to CFND Behavioral Health. We are so incredibly glad you are here with us. Since 1992, CFND Behavioral Health has had the philosophy that no one should go through life alone. As a community, we believe in creating an environment of exceptional client care through immediate accessibility to affordable mental health services and we appreciate the courage it takes for you to seek help. Our impact is due to the abilities of our incredible and talented Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and behavioral health administrators who strive to serve you daily.
Liz Polen
Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85018
I have done training in Solution Focused therapy and have been influenced by Internal Family Systems, DBT, and Somatic exercises.
I have a deep love for people and desire for people to know and embody their worth. I approach therapy from a belief that healing begins with the therapeutic relationship itself and I will collaborate with you to discover new levels of safety and wholeness. It would be honor to come along side you in this journey. Before counseling I worked as a theatre artist and this informs my belief that healing is a whole body, as well as a creative endeavor. I have a high regard for the sacred and the role of spirituality and will incorporate this as directed by you.
I have done training in Solution Focused therapy and have been influenced by Internal Family Systems, DBT, and Somatic exercises.
I have a deep love for people and desire for people to know and embody their worth. I approach therapy from a belief that healing begins with the therapeutic relationship itself and I will collaborate with you to discover new levels of safety and wholeness. It would be honor to come along side you in this journey. Before counseling I worked as a theatre artist and this informs my belief that healing is a whole body, as well as a creative endeavor. I have a high regard for the sacred and the role of spirituality and will incorporate this as directed by you.
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Counselor, LAC, BHP
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85022 (Online Only)
This approach may include elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, family systems or solution-focused brief therapy.
Whether you have been dealing with an issue for years or if it is something that has recently surfaced, counseling can be beneficial in addressing the problem. Counseling provides a non-judgmental environment with encouragement to explore the source of the presenting problem and work towards a greater well-being. I enjoy working with adolescent teens through middle-aged individuals and couples on a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship issues, mood disorders, coping skills, and self-esteem.
This approach may include elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, family systems or solution-focused brief therapy.
Whether you have been dealing with an issue for years or if it is something that has recently surfaced, counseling can be beneficial in addressing the problem. Counseling provides a non-judgmental environment with encouragement to explore the source of the presenting problem and work towards a greater well-being. I enjoy working with adolescent teens through middle-aged individuals and couples on a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship issues, mood disorders, coping skills, and self-esteem.
Michael Loverde
MHS, CIP, CEO, Founder
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85027
Mission Statement: To provide every family of a loved one with a substance use or mental disorder the opportunity for closure, knowing they did all they could to help themselves and their loved one.
An intervention is not about how to control your loved one with a substance use or mental disorder; it is about learning how to let go of believing you can. A person enables for various reasons, often having little to do with someone suffering from a substance use or mental disorder. Most people understand that enabling a loved one with a mental disorder or to use substances often removes their ability to face the consequences, see the need for change, and advocate for their own care. The question is not about what the enabling provides for the substance user but more what it provides to the enabler.
Mission Statement: To provide every family of a loved one with a substance use or mental disorder the opportunity for closure, knowing they did all they could to help themselves and their loved one.
An intervention is not about how to control your loved one with a substance use or mental disorder; it is about learning how to let go of believing you can. A person enables for various reasons, often having little to do with someone suffering from a substance use or mental disorder. Most people understand that enabling a loved one with a mental disorder or to use substances often removes their ability to face the consequences, see the need for change, and advocate for their own care. The question is not about what the enabling provides for the substance user but more what it provides to the enabler.
Lauren Hooks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85014
Let your next and best investment be YOU! A few fun facts about me, I love spending time with my family, traveling, the beach and shoes! It is a blessing to wake up each day knowing others trust me to help them walk through some of their toughest days and brightest days! .
I have a strong passion for helping others and specifically helping my clients get to the root of their problems. I have been a practicing therapist for 10 years now and love it! I would be honored to join you on your road to healing, self-discovery, overcoming, triumph and more at Get To The Root Counseling. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate, judgement free, and inviting environment where you can be yourself while achieving anything you desire. I will meet you right where you are in the process as we begin your journey and start to pull up your burdens from the root so that they no longer have power over your life.
Let your next and best investment be YOU! A few fun facts about me, I love spending time with my family, traveling, the beach and shoes! It is a blessing to wake up each day knowing others trust me to help them walk through some of their toughest days and brightest days! .
I have a strong passion for helping others and specifically helping my clients get to the root of their problems. I have been a practicing therapist for 10 years now and love it! I would be honored to join you on your road to healing, self-discovery, overcoming, triumph and more at Get To The Root Counseling. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate, judgement free, and inviting environment where you can be yourself while achieving anything you desire. I will meet you right where you are in the process as we begin your journey and start to pull up your burdens from the root so that they no longer have power over your life.
Dale F Hansen
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85021
Marriage and Family Therapist to Professionals.
as a retired Colonel in the US Army I prefer structure. I have also recently retired as an FBI Chaplain so the spiritual side is important. I continue to teach marriage and family therapy at the university level. I am looking for clients that want to bring clarity in communication into their marriage using a family systems perspective and is willing to move from controlling to managing their relationships..
Marriage and Family Therapist to Professionals.
as a retired Colonel in the US Army I prefer structure. I have also recently retired as an FBI Chaplain so the spiritual side is important. I continue to teach marriage and family therapy at the university level. I am looking for clients that want to bring clarity in communication into their marriage using a family systems perspective and is willing to move from controlling to managing their relationships..
Zara Raskin
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85028
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works mainly with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am dedicated to helping you solve your problems, develop and set specific goals, and reach your desired outcome by helping you see your strengths and work towards positive growth. Through personalized individual and/or family therapy, I help you, your child, or your family develop and achieve your goals to live a fulfilling and rewarding life.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works mainly with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am dedicated to helping you solve your problems, develop and set specific goals, and reach your desired outcome by helping you see your strengths and work towards positive growth. Through personalized individual and/or family therapy, I help you, your child, or your family develop and achieve your goals to live a fulfilling and rewarding life.
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.
Alicia Godinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85020
I have a passion for working with individuals, couples, and families who may be going through a difficult season, grief, loss, family conflict and communication issues.
Life is a journey that requires exploring solutions to bring clarity and calmness. Are you having a hard time adjusting to difficult personal or professional situations, coping with difficult emotions, or experiencing interpersonal relationship challenges? You may be feeling lost, alone, overwhelmed, and trying to manage things on your own. We do not have to overcome challenges on our own. I am here to listen and support you. You are worthy of achieving a life that feels rewarding, satisfying, and authentic to yourself.
I have a passion for working with individuals, couples, and families who may be going through a difficult season, grief, loss, family conflict and communication issues.
Life is a journey that requires exploring solutions to bring clarity and calmness. Are you having a hard time adjusting to difficult personal or professional situations, coping with difficult emotions, or experiencing interpersonal relationship challenges? You may be feeling lost, alone, overwhelmed, and trying to manage things on your own. We do not have to overcome challenges on our own. I am here to listen and support you. You are worthy of achieving a life that feels rewarding, satisfying, and authentic to yourself.
Allison Westmoore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85003 (Online Only)
Welcome! I specialize in family/relationship dynamics, LQBTQIA+ experiences, substance abuse disorders, everyday life transitions, and varying mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Not only do I pull from my clinical training in these topics, but also from my lived experiences and how they have affected not only me, but my relationships and family. These include being queer, a parent, a transplant from the midwest, and experiencing childhood trauma. I use my clinical expertise and lived experiences to create judgment free and individualized mental health care, which is at the core of how I practice.
Welcome! I specialize in family/relationship dynamics, LQBTQIA+ experiences, substance abuse disorders, everyday life transitions, and varying mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Not only do I pull from my clinical training in these topics, but also from my lived experiences and how they have affected not only me, but my relationships and family. These include being queer, a parent, a transplant from the midwest, and experiencing childhood trauma. I use my clinical expertise and lived experiences to create judgment free and individualized mental health care, which is at the core of how I practice.
Katy Obert
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85013 (Online Only)
I am an independently licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my bachelors in Psychology at The University of Arizona, and my masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Arizona State University. I have worked with a wide range of patient populations including children ages 5 - 17, families, adults ages 18 - 74 and couples. I have worked in community behavioral health for over 5 years, and have training in trauma, systems theory, victims of sexual abuse, anxiety and disruptive child behaviors.
I am an independently licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my bachelors in Psychology at The University of Arizona, and my masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Arizona State University. I have worked with a wide range of patient populations including children ages 5 - 17, families, adults ages 18 - 74 and couples. I have worked in community behavioral health for over 5 years, and have training in trauma, systems theory, victims of sexual abuse, anxiety and disruptive child behaviors.
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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.