Female Therapists in Camelback East, Phoenix, AZ

As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I enjoy working within the family dynamic. My passion is helping couples through transitions, relational issues, parenting and marital/couple conflict. I also work with clients on an individual basis who are struggling in their personal lives with problems such as anxiety and depression. My experience includes working with teenagers, young adults, adults and the wise.

I enjoy working with people to reach solutions toward a more emotionally balanced and fulfilling life. It can be difficult to acknowledge that an area in your life feels overwhelming. Perhaps it is a feeling of being stuck and wanting more. I work with individuals to identify what patterns in thinking, feeling or behavior have become problematic. It is my privilege to work with clients in discovering what they really want for their life.

Dr. Melissa Korkes (she/her) is a licensed psychologist who has experience working in forensic settings, community mental health, and private practice. I have had the honor of working with individuals who present with serious mental health, trauma, sex addiction, sexual offending behaviors, betrayal trauma, grief, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

I have been in the field of psychology and counseling for 30 years with extensive experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings. I have tailored my private practice to provide a safe atmosphere for adults to address the maladaptive behaviors and difficult emotional states that have created obstacles for them and to move to place where they feel empowered in their lives and relationships. I encourage the client to build on their strengths and to promote self-care and wellness. I use EMDR, a revolutionary trauma treatment as well as a focus on attachment, to treat the lasting effects that difficult experiences may leave.

I am a Behavioral Health Psychologist and LPC, that works with adults, adolescents, and children that have experienced trauma. Sometimes, our traumatic experiences can leave a wound that interferes with our ability to connect with ourselves, others, and the world. Often, we can feel incredibly isolated and misunderstood in our pain. Working with trauma includes building safety with the person, providing warmth and stability in the environment, and consistency in their treatment. While you may feel like there is no hope, there are gentle and effective ways, that we can work together to find, that will support your healing.

I specialize in binge eating disorder with adult cycle breakers. To me, the pillars of recovery are: harm reduction, systemically informed education, integration (storytelling , shadow work, getting grounded in my voice), & re-nourishment (diversifying my survival strategies, choosing & incorporating nourishment for myself). Eating disorders as a colonial wound is close to my heart both personally and professionally.

You’re bright and driven with goals for your future. But you feel stuck. Everything looks so pulled together on the outside; polished, successful, charismatic or any number of other awesome descriptors. But inside is another story. You’re struggling with low self-esteem, anxiety, fear of failure, crazy emotions, unhealthy eating patterns, or just the nagging sense that you’re never enough. Your childhood was chaotic, sure, but other people had it worse. Or maybe you’re one of the ones who ‘had it worse’. But now you’re an adult. That stuff is behind you so WHY can’t you just get a grip?! If this sounds familiar, we should talk.

Is your child experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties? Does your child need help with identifying and expressing thoughts and feelings? Are you looking for services that differ from traditional talk therapy? If your answer is YES, I can help! My unique approach to counseling utilizes play therapy techniques and art activities as avenues of self-exploration, discovery, expression, and growth! I provide a safe, supportive, creative, and non-clinical environment to help your child build trust, gain hope, feel understood, positively connect, identify and express thoughts and emotions, and improve overall well-being!

Imagine feeling trapped in chronic pain, stress, anxiety, trauma, or ADHD. You're a driven professional, entrepreneur, or student seeking relief from relentless struggles. You fear you may never regain your true self despite trying various remedies. Coping leaves you drained and hopeless. I've guided countless individuals through similar challenges, helping them reclaim their lives. Let's embark on a journey together to equip you with the tools to confront your challenges, empowering you to regain control and find relief. Your journey to whole self-healing starts now.

I have been especially helpful to people experiencing the following challenges: relationship difficulties including couple, family and work issues, grief/loss, parenting, teen and young adult issues. Each person/couple is viewed from a place of deep respect for their history, struggles and victories. My style is individualized, collaborative and designed to access the wisdom and strength within every person. Couples have felt that therapy helped them reestablish their emotional connection. My specialty is determining the core issues underneath conflict within any relationship including with self. I will serve as clinician, teacher, guide and encourager as you experience growth/healing.

I firmly believe in the power of resilience and the human capacity for healing no matter the circumstances. While life experiences can be overwhelming and leave lasting scars, it is possible to reclaim your life and find a sense of peace and well-being. I recognize the courage it takes to open up about personal struggles, and I am deeply committed to honoring your vulnerability by listening with authenticity, empathy and understanding. Together, we will explore various therapeutic modalities and tailor an approach to suit your unique needs and preferences.

Empowering Solutions PLLC is dedicated to providing high standard of mental health care. Our mission is to provide a safe therapeutic space that offers you support, understanding, and hope. We believe that empowerment is restored through the process of feeling heard and being equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to rise above life’s challenges. Services are culturally responsive and available in English and Spanish.

We all find seasons where we are faced with great difficulties: life's losses, pressures, and changes can pile up and feel overwhelming, at times. But you don't have to face these battles alone! Having the compassionate support of a professional can make all the difference in weathering life's storms.

If you’re trying to figure out ways to deal with the increased anxiety and/or depression related to the changes you are facing at this time there is therapeutic support available to you. Often times we experience transitions in life and need help through it; help is just a click or phone call away. You want to feel better and perhaps need skills to assist you as well as a therapist who truly care’s about you and your goals. If you are a parent experiencing challenges with your teen’s behavior and would like to improve your relationship through therapy; I can support you and your teen’s goals. Reach out today for a free consultation.

I am passionate about helping individuals and couples who are navigating relational difficulties, life transitions, identity shifts, anxiety, and unprocessed trauma. I have found that many people in the millennial, young adult, and teen age range are experiencing a very unique set of challenges these days, often struggling to prioritize their mental health. Having faced many of these challenges myself, I get what it’s like to walk in your shoes and hope to offer guidance and support in your journey towards healing.

If you are a woman moving through one of life's many transitions, I am here to listen, support and guide you as you discover your unique strengths and potential. Life is a constant string of changes, some joyful, some sorrowful. Incomplete or old stories and wounds often manifest as confusion, anxiety and depression. Learning to navigate change authentically from a place of compassion and acceptance will help you evolve and thrive wherever life leads you.

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of Central Phoenix Counseling and Therapy. I have been working in field of mental and behavioral health for over 15 years, practicing therapy in both community and private practice settings, and worked as a clinical supervisor for other therapists working toward independent licensure in Arizona. I have been in private practice since 2015, during which time my focus has been to provide individuals, couples and families a safe, open environment where they have the space to heal, grow, and thrive across all areas of their lives.

You’re wrong again! Or at least thats what you’ve been told over & over again, to the point that your brain feels like its floating in acid water, slowing dissolving your ability to perceive any given situation, event or memory of a conversation accurately. You don’t recall having problems with memory or perception before this relationship. You’re struggling to make sense of every day things. This is just one of the effects of narcissistic abuse. It's called gaslighting, it's an insidious tool used to erode your ability to perceive reality and its also one of the most common tools used by a narcissist to control and manipulate you.

Life can be so unbelievably hard. We may be left thinking, “I’ve tried everything and nothing seems to change,” or, “Is something wrong with me for feeling this way?” We may feel unable to connect with our most important people about what is really going on. We may feel unable to connect with ourselves. I get it—I’ve been there, too. I also know that with the right support, you don’t have to get stuck, go through this alone, or feel this way forever. No matter where you’re starting from, it is never too early or too late to heal, change, and grow.