Stress Therapists in Arizona

Welcome! Whether you are working through a traumatic event, relationship challenges, or stress, I am happy and honored to help. My hope is to provide a sanctuary where you can find healing, make changes, and become the person you aspire to be. Given that I am from a family that was involved in military and the medical field, I am particularly drawn to working with public safety professionals (first responders- veterans, healthcare workers, police, firefighters, etc.). I am particularly interested in helping those who may be working through posttraumatic stress, relationship issues, general stressors, life transitions, or anxiety.

Reaching out for support can truly be the scariest part, I am so happy you're here. Whether you are feeling constant anxiety or depression, overwhelm from school stress, navigating a life transition or breakup, or looking to heal your relationship with your body, I am here for you. I am a person-focused therapist who simply meets you "where you are." My goal is to create a welcoming, safe, and healing space to help you get back to feeling like your best self. I strive for therapy to feel like a big "exhale" in your week and a place to you can show up exactly as you feel.

My goal in therapy is to provide a safe space to my clients to feel heard and understood. It's hard in everyday life (college, grad school, jobs, family, anxiety) to overcome the challenges that our mind creates. I hope to help clients work through the issues that comes with being human and living in today's society. I offer a warm, safe, nonjudgemental space for my clients to be their authentic selves.

Depression can feel like an anchor weighing you down, making even the simplest task seem too heavy to carry out. Anxiety can feel like you are being chased by an unseen threat that you are constantly trying to outrun. If you’ve ridden this roller coaster of overwhelming stress followed by deflated exhaustion, I am here to help. Together we can practice slowing thoughts down to a manageable pace as we untangle the knots of distressing thought patterns. We will focus on the whole person, learning to listen to your body’s cues for health and healing while better understanding your emotions' role in life balance.

** Accepting new clients both virtually and in person at both our North Scottsdale and North Phoenix offices. Emergent appointments available!" ** Treatment for Relationships/Couples Therapy, Individual, Family, Children, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Grief & Loss, Life Changes, Work/Life Balance, Family Issues, Substance Abuse, Mental Health Evaluations.

Accepting NEW clients 2024. Our lives are like a story book. We can't keep writing our story if we keep turning back to pages we already wrote.. re-reading and ruminating on our past selves or flipping ahead to blank pages trying to predict a story that hasn't been written. Life transitions, stress, trauma, grief and SO many other variables can get in the way of writing our story. I want help you learn to be present and grounded in your life. Process past experiences and move forward

The balance between mind, body and soul is important. I offer a safe, non-judgmental and trusting environment to partner with you and bring light to the issues affecting your physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. The counselor/client relationship is a special bond that provides a unique opportunity to explore new ways of thinking. I have over 30 years of experience specializing in a variety of adult issues for individuals and couples. I also have experience counseling individuals with physical disabilities.

I mostly work with active and retired public safety (incl DOC), EMS, fire, ER staff, active duty and combat vets as clients. I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC), licensed independent substance abuse counselor (LISAC), national certified counselor (NCC), clinically certified forensic counselor (NFC), trauma and anger therapist.

Are you struggling to find a therapist with whom you feel comfortable? As a seasoned clinician, I foster a safe, trusting environment to enable growth and healing. With over 35 years of direct clinical experience as a therapist, I specialize in individual therapy focusing on various issues, including anxiety, depression, post-partum and infertility trauma, work and relationship stress, and much more. I provide evidenced-based interventions tailored to support your journey towards emotional well-being.

Helping to uncover the root cause of distress by addressing painful mental states such as avoidance, isolation, people-pleasing, low self-esteem, confusion, worry, stress, and anxiety while working together to come up with a customized plan to manage the situation to feel more in control and live a happier more fulfilling life. Our approach is direct, positive & uplifting using a customized therapeutic approach in a supportive and accepting manner. We believe that through education along with a focused therapeutic approach yields the most successful results and I am there every step of the way.

It is strength to seek the support to overcome the challenges we didn't expect. Together I help clients overcome symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, regret, isolation & other developmental challenges. My clients seek to increase their sense of autonomy, tap back into their creativity, & improve their strategic problem-skills. We will work to increase your authenticity, coping skills, & knowledge of your specific situation to free you from constant dread. My clients and I speak openly and directly with one another as we engage in a solution focused experience with psychoeducation, cognitive behavior coaching, and empathy.

I have been dedicated to helping people live their best and most fulfilling lives for decades! Areas of expertise include mood issues (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder), trauma, grief/loss, stress, and life changes. I use trauma-informed and evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Additionally, I specialize in using Buddhist Psychology and integrating religion and spirituality for those interested. For many people, asking for help can be difficult, yet it is a brave first step in finding relief.

“The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.” - Tony Robbins. Let me help you achieve your goals. For the past 12 years, I have helped clients achieve a life of hope and purpose. My educational background includes a bachelor's in criminal justice and a master's in clinical mental health counseling. My professional background prior to therapy was in law enforcement.

Struggling with anxiety, overcome by stress, can't "think" your way out of that box? I can help you get unstuck, and work with your own unique strengths to overcome problem areas, and find greater joy and peace of mind. I offer a safe, welcoming environment in which to understand yourself and others, and to use the past as a powerful guide for gaining insight and clarity about how to get more of what you really want. I help individuals and couples create healthy communication and connection in their relationships with family, partners and others, with greater confidence and self-awareness.

Do you feel entangled in unsupportive behaviors, thought patterns or relationships? Are you overwhelmed by anger, guilt, shame, or stress and seeking relief? Or are you simply looking for help in creating the life you know you are meant to lead? As a Life Empowerment Guide and Health Psychology Coach, I combine the principles of psychology and health promotion to help individuals improve their overall well-being and achieve their health-related goals. I lead customized one-on-one sessions with compassion and guide you in improving your emotional, physical, social, and spiritual well-being.

Stress. Anxiety. Trauma. Challenges like this can make life hard. You're agitated easy, your relationships and work suffer, and as time goes on- health declines. Sleep becomes priceless. As a busy professional, it’s important that you have the tools to feel better and be better. As a psychologist and MBA who's worked in fast paced environments - I get it! During our work together, you will learn tools and skills to manage life. There is no need to suffer. Let's process what's causing the symptoms by getting to the root of the problem. To heal, we use evidence based treatments -including EMDR.

Life can be demanding and stressful, even when things are going well. This is especially true for high achievers. High achievers have a great number of strengths that have helped them be successful. However, high achievers often struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, uneven work/life balance, role overload/conflict, and interpersonal relationship challenges. These struggles can take a toll on your health and overall quality of life. If you are a high achiever, I can help you discover how you can achieve your personal and professional goals, while living a high quality, healthy, meaningful, and fulfilling life.

Is chronic stress negatively affecting your life with physical symptoms such as insomnia and digestive issues? Do you find it difficult to relax or let down, especially when someone else is present? Has traditional talk therapy felt limited and you’re looking for a way to integrate the body into your therapy? Somatic experiencing is helpful for healing from chronic stress and past traumas, recent or from childhood, and uses a bottom up processing approach, meaning it works with the physiology to resolve trauma and release the survival energy held in the body.

When you want fast changes, Dr. Mamiko Odegard is the go to person to dramatically step up the way you "show up." Having overcome her own layers of personal shame, she immediately guides you to have the best relationship with yourself, with others, and with a romantic partner. Whether you are dealing with personal challenges in your life or career such as experiencing stress, anxiety, anger, sadness, frustration, relationship difficulties, or want to elevate to world class performance and to access your best and happiest self, Dr. Mamiko can quickly take you to your goals through her proven methods and strategies for success.