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Karen Dorsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CDC®
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85255  (Online Only)
Are you trying to decide whether you should stay or leave your relationship? Perhaps you are in a loveless marriage and you've been thinking about leaving for months, years, or even decades, but you don't know if you can. Have you experienced the trauma of emotional, financial, or sexual infidelity? I have been where you are and this can be incredibly isolating. Allow me to be your thinking partner as you navigate this unknown territory so that you and your family will not be destroyed by this life changing event. I would love to serve as your guide so you will have joy, peace of mind, and love in the next chapter of your life.
Are you trying to decide whether you should stay or leave your relationship? Perhaps you are in a loveless marriage and you've been thinking about leaving for months, years, or even decades, but you don't know if you can. Have you experienced the trauma of emotional, financial, or sexual infidelity? I have been where you are and this can be incredibly isolating. Allow me to be your thinking partner as you navigate this unknown territory so that you and your family will not be destroyed by this life changing event. I would love to serve as your guide so you will have joy, peace of mind, and love in the next chapter of your life.
(480) 531-7553 View (480) 531-7553
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Josephine A Volpe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85710
Looking to be heard and understood? Seeking solutions that work to create a life with purpose? Feeling the feelings you had hoped would have settled by now? Are you a light worker or a star seed that could really appreciate a therapist that "gets it"? Or are you curious as to what that all means? Are you tired of someone telling you what to do and how to feel? Me Too! My name is Josephine Volpe and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who appreciates the answers you have locked inside of you to create the life you desire, even if you are struggling to have motivation or desire. So come, lets explore the beauty of healing together.
Looking to be heard and understood? Seeking solutions that work to create a life with purpose? Feeling the feelings you had hoped would have settled by now? Are you a light worker or a star seed that could really appreciate a therapist that "gets it"? Or are you curious as to what that all means? Are you tired of someone telling you what to do and how to feel? Me Too! My name is Josephine Volpe and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who appreciates the answers you have locked inside of you to create the life you desire, even if you are struggling to have motivation or desire. So come, lets explore the beauty of healing together.
(520) 346-7554 View (520) 346-7554
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Ryan Shelby Butler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383
In helping clients with a variety of psychological, social, behavioral, and emotional needs, I provide values-based mental health services in addressing career, abuse, addiction, couples, individual, or marital and family situations, as well as crises and trauma, for any age, gender, and cultural background.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), working under the private agency: Becoming Transformed, LLC. I come from a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry, where I was able to apply my unique counseling skills in a diverse community of teaching, accounting/finance, analytics, and guidance for students and school leadership. I spend much of my spare time with family, serving in church leadership, reading/writing, and enjoying the great outdoors.
In helping clients with a variety of psychological, social, behavioral, and emotional needs, I provide values-based mental health services in addressing career, abuse, addiction, couples, individual, or marital and family situations, as well as crises and trauma, for any age, gender, and cultural background.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), working under the private agency: Becoming Transformed, LLC. I come from a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry, where I was able to apply my unique counseling skills in a diverse community of teaching, accounting/finance, analytics, and guidance for students and school leadership. I spend much of my spare time with family, serving in church leadership, reading/writing, and enjoying the great outdoors.
(623) 526-4743 View (623) 526-4743
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Stacy Estelle LaMorgese
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85206
Individuals who benefit from working with me are those seeking support and guidance while they work to navigate the emotional and psychological challenges of loss, trauma, parenting, coparenting, interpersonal relationships, making friends, families of origin, romantic relationships, partnerships/marriage, parenting, coparenting or employment/career concerns. I also provide comprehensive psychological evaluations for those who are seeking enlightenment, diagnostic clarification, or are ordered to do so by a court of law.
Individuals who benefit from working with me are those seeking support and guidance while they work to navigate the emotional and psychological challenges of loss, trauma, parenting, coparenting, interpersonal relationships, making friends, families of origin, romantic relationships, partnerships/marriage, parenting, coparenting or employment/career concerns. I also provide comprehensive psychological evaluations for those who are seeking enlightenment, diagnostic clarification, or are ordered to do so by a court of law.
(480) 771-3299 View (480) 771-3299
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Timothy J Gartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85209
Regardless of challenge, whether it be trauma, family discord, marital disruption, depression, educational or life adjustments, anxiety or grief I look for ways to help my clients find meaning to elevate their purpose to find better fulfillment and joy in life.
Welcome! I am Timothy Gartz, MSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Mesa, Arizona. My greatest desire is to provide a professional environment of trust in order to explore any of your challenges or life adjustments. I am a skilled therapist with 20 years of practical experience in a variety of locations and settings including private practice, broad state health clinics in Hawaii, St. Louis, and Denver as well as internationally in Hong Kong and Shanghai. These experiences allow me to provide personalized solution focused services that are culturally competent and tailor made to help you regain confidence and achieve your goals.
Regardless of challenge, whether it be trauma, family discord, marital disruption, depression, educational or life adjustments, anxiety or grief I look for ways to help my clients find meaning to elevate their purpose to find better fulfillment and joy in life.
Welcome! I am Timothy Gartz, MSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Mesa, Arizona. My greatest desire is to provide a professional environment of trust in order to explore any of your challenges or life adjustments. I am a skilled therapist with 20 years of practical experience in a variety of locations and settings including private practice, broad state health clinics in Hawaii, St. Louis, and Denver as well as internationally in Hong Kong and Shanghai. These experiences allow me to provide personalized solution focused services that are culturally competent and tailor made to help you regain confidence and achieve your goals.
(520) 376-8327 View (520) 376-8327
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Gene Petrini
Pastoral Counselor, MA Div
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85213
Unforgiveness, shame, anxiety, fear, rejection, trauma, codependency, finances, addictions, feelings of worthlessness,marriage and family issues, trust and more.
I believe that the Lord has a plan and destiny for each and every one of us. Unfortunately at times the enemy is allowed to come in and derail that plan that God has for your life. Fortunately Jesus always gets the victory!! Through a sensitive process of understanding your individual issues and by the leading of The Holy Spirit I can help you be set free from whatever is troubling you and see to it that you can live victorious and fulfill the good work that the Lord has begun in you for his glory and the glory of his Kingdom!!!
Unforgiveness, shame, anxiety, fear, rejection, trauma, codependency, finances, addictions, feelings of worthlessness,marriage and family issues, trust and more.
I believe that the Lord has a plan and destiny for each and every one of us. Unfortunately at times the enemy is allowed to come in and derail that plan that God has for your life. Fortunately Jesus always gets the victory!! Through a sensitive process of understanding your individual issues and by the leading of The Holy Spirit I can help you be set free from whatever is troubling you and see to it that you can live victorious and fulfill the good work that the Lord has begun in you for his glory and the glory of his Kingdom!!!
(480) 771-8385 View (480) 771-8385
Jessica Simpson
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85206
I am a graduate of GCU with a bachelor's in Psychology with an emphasis in marriage family therapy. I have worked in the mental health field since 2015. I have worked with SMI individuals who have struggled with Schizophrenia, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, and PTSD and children ages 0-10 with behavioral concerns. providing parenting support. I enjoy utilizing techniques from CBT, DBT and Trauma focused therapies and include teaching my clients self-compassion. Although my passion is is trauma, I am willing to learn more therapeutic techniques and explore different cultures to help my clients reach their goals.
I am a graduate of GCU with a bachelor's in Psychology with an emphasis in marriage family therapy. I have worked in the mental health field since 2015. I have worked with SMI individuals who have struggled with Schizophrenia, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, and PTSD and children ages 0-10 with behavioral concerns. providing parenting support. I enjoy utilizing techniques from CBT, DBT and Trauma focused therapies and include teaching my clients self-compassion. Although my passion is is trauma, I am willing to learn more therapeutic techniques and explore different cultures to help my clients reach their goals.
(480) 571-9212 View (480) 571-9212
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Sophia Low
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, BHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
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,
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,
(480) 696-5355 View (480) 696-5355
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Alyssa Mandel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, CEDS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
We have a comprehensive practice that includes: Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse, Marriage/Couples Counseling, Family Therapy, Adolescent Issues and more.
I am the founder and Director of The Mandel Center of Arizona and have created an environment to promote psychotherapeutic healing to people in need. My philosophy centers on empowering clients through the therapeutic relationship. I feel that by working with patients from a non-judgmental perspective, fostering a comfortable and trusting environment and "being where the client is", the time spent in treatment is made more productive for all involved. I provide a safe environment that promotes personal growth using proven therapeutic techniques and over 25+ years of experience.
We have a comprehensive practice that includes: Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Substance Abuse, Alcohol Abuse, Marriage/Couples Counseling, Family Therapy, Adolescent Issues and more.
I am the founder and Director of The Mandel Center of Arizona and have created an environment to promote psychotherapeutic healing to people in need. My philosophy centers on empowering clients through the therapeutic relationship. I feel that by working with patients from a non-judgmental perspective, fostering a comfortable and trusting environment and "being where the client is", the time spent in treatment is made more productive for all involved. I provide a safe environment that promotes personal growth using proven therapeutic techniques and over 25+ years of experience.
(520) 549-3063 View (520) 549-3063
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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85048
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
(520) 412-2403 View (520) 412-2403
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Iris Roberts
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Sahuarita, AZ 85629  (Online Only)
Problems in marriage and relationships let me help with insight.
Life circumstances can become unpredictable and difficult to cope with. Therapy is about learning effective strategies to help alleviate the feelings of becoming overwhelmed. Listening with empathy and genuine regard is my approach to helping individuals I interact with and teaching them evidence- based therapeutic interventions. Trauma and depression are emotions that can lead to physical and spiritual ailments. I believe in holistically healing a person and would love the opportunity to help you!
Problems in marriage and relationships let me help with insight.
Life circumstances can become unpredictable and difficult to cope with. Therapy is about learning effective strategies to help alleviate the feelings of becoming overwhelmed. Listening with empathy and genuine regard is my approach to helping individuals I interact with and teaching them evidence- based therapeutic interventions. Trauma and depression are emotions that can lead to physical and spiritual ailments. I believe in holistically healing a person and would love the opportunity to help you!
(520) 217-7538 View (520) 217-7538
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Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85226
I currently a Senior Clinical Therapist and Clinical Supervisor at the Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic where I see clients.
I truly believe that therapy can be a transformative and rewarding process when facing the challenges of life. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment to encourage honest communication and trust between partners and family members. Curiosity, humor and understanding are often a part my work in therapy to help clients identify goals, create a plan, and work to make positive changes. As part of the therapy process, I utilize the most effective therapy approaches and techniques when addressing communication issues, infidelity, pre-marital preparation, intimacy, and family conflict.
I currently a Senior Clinical Therapist and Clinical Supervisor at the Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic where I see clients.
I truly believe that therapy can be a transformative and rewarding process when facing the challenges of life. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment to encourage honest communication and trust between partners and family members. Curiosity, humor and understanding are often a part my work in therapy to help clients identify goals, create a plan, and work to make positive changes. As part of the therapy process, I utilize the most effective therapy approaches and techniques when addressing communication issues, infidelity, pre-marital preparation, intimacy, and family conflict.
(480) 666-8705 View (480) 666-8705
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Dr. Karen Ruskin
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85028
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.
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.
(781) 241-7837 View (781) 241-7837
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Raise Behavioral Health LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, BHP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who specializes in children and adolescent's ages birth to 24 years old with challenging behaviors.
I am the best fit for a family who has children between the ages from birth to 24 years old. I offer support to families who are struggling with challenging behaviors from their children and adolescents in home or at school. I offer a unique systemic approach that includes parents in the treatment process that is not found in many other practices. This systemic approach is extremely affective and helps keep parents in the loop and helps families complete the treatment goal faster than other approaches. As I believe therapy for children should be brief and solution focused so they can get back to being a kid.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who specializes in children and adolescent's ages birth to 24 years old with challenging behaviors.
I am the best fit for a family who has children between the ages from birth to 24 years old. I offer support to families who are struggling with challenging behaviors from their children and adolescents in home or at school. I offer a unique systemic approach that includes parents in the treatment process that is not found in many other practices. This systemic approach is extremely affective and helps keep parents in the loop and helps families complete the treatment goal faster than other approaches. As I believe therapy for children should be brief and solution focused so they can get back to being a kid.
(480) 637-2310 View (480) 637-2310
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Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85226
I provide a supportive, compassionate, collaborative and non-judgmental environment. Your comfort and trust are the most important aspects to your success. Whether you are having challenges at home, school, or work, we can design a plan that will help you make positive changes in your life. In addition to my clinical practice, I am the Co-Director of the Marriage and Family Therapy graduate program. This keeps me "connected" to the latest advances in the field which I bring to our work together.
I provide a supportive, compassionate, collaborative and non-judgmental environment. Your comfort and trust are the most important aspects to your success. Whether you are having challenges at home, school, or work, we can design a plan that will help you make positive changes in your life. In addition to my clinical practice, I am the Co-Director of the Marriage and Family Therapy graduate program. This keeps me "connected" to the latest advances in the field which I bring to our work together.
(480) 382-5925 View (480) 382-5925
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Dwayne Kruse
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy and Master Certified Life Coaching available for Individual, Couple, Child, and Family Counseling. I offer real solutions for Communication, Anger, Depression, ADHD, Anxiety, PTSD. When we stress our reactivity leads to regressive and unhealthy coping behaviors. Unfortunately, the mental health field often uses diagnoses to label behavior when really what is needed is counseling around attachment, communication and various coping skills. You are not your diagnosis, and our therapeutic process includes removing or reducing stress and establishing a healthy, constructive coping strategy.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy and Master Certified Life Coaching available for Individual, Couple, Child, and Family Counseling. I offer real solutions for Communication, Anger, Depression, ADHD, Anxiety, PTSD. When we stress our reactivity leads to regressive and unhealthy coping behaviors. Unfortunately, the mental health field often uses diagnoses to label behavior when really what is needed is counseling around attachment, communication and various coping skills. You are not your diagnosis, and our therapeutic process includes removing or reducing stress and establishing a healthy, constructive coping strategy.
(520) 277-9610 View (520) 277-9610
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Christine L Joiner
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Glendale, AZ 85301  (Online Only)
I am a therapist, passionate about changing the ways mental health services are provided, reducing barriers, reframing stigma, and helping individuals achieve better outcomes. While I don’t have any populations I am opposed to working with, I do have experience with providing services to those with Severe Mental Impairment, Borderline personality disorder, crisis management, intellectual disabilities, Autism spectrum, and Substance abuse/ recovery needs. CBT, DBT, EMDR, ASAM trained. I am proficient in providing individual, group, couples, and family counseling.
I am a therapist, passionate about changing the ways mental health services are provided, reducing barriers, reframing stigma, and helping individuals achieve better outcomes. While I don’t have any populations I am opposed to working with, I do have experience with providing services to those with Severe Mental Impairment, Borderline personality disorder, crisis management, intellectual disabilities, Autism spectrum, and Substance abuse/ recovery needs. CBT, DBT, EMDR, ASAM trained. I am proficient in providing individual, group, couples, and family counseling.
(623) 462-1148 View (623) 462-1148
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Haley Hallock
PSYCH-K, CCH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
I am a coach and the owner of Stitched Head & Heart Project. I facilitate individuals in areas of personal development, growth and relationships. I work to identify limiting thought cycles/beliefs ready for change. I graduated from Arizona State University Summa Cum Laude. I am a PSYCH-K Facilitator and Certified Consulting Hypnotist. The application of these techniques fosters power and lasting change on an innate subconscious level. Sessions focus on self-esteem, relationships, prosperity, health/body, personal power and dealing with grief/loss with a goal of uncovering needs safely/confidently as you create your change!
I am a coach and the owner of Stitched Head & Heart Project. I facilitate individuals in areas of personal development, growth and relationships. I work to identify limiting thought cycles/beliefs ready for change. I graduated from Arizona State University Summa Cum Laude. I am a PSYCH-K Facilitator and Certified Consulting Hypnotist. The application of these techniques fosters power and lasting change on an innate subconscious level. Sessions focus on self-esteem, relationships, prosperity, health/body, personal power and dealing with grief/loss with a goal of uncovering needs safely/confidently as you create your change!
(480) 739-3608 View (480) 739-3608
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Stacy Gerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85283
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 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!
(520) 210-5404 View (520) 210-5404
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Lynn Hoyland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85028  (Online Only)
I'm delighted that you've found your way here and are considering therapy for yourself, your teenager, or your relationship. As a therapist specializing in working with teens, young adults, and couples, I am dedicated to providing a space where you can explore, heal, and grow. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and prioritize building a strong rapport with my clients based on trust, empathy, and understanding. I have worked in the field of mental health for 36 years, and have advanced training in couples therapy, addictions, teen and young adult issues, anxiety and depressive disorders.
I'm delighted that you've found your way here and are considering therapy for yourself, your teenager, or your relationship. As a therapist specializing in working with teens, young adults, and couples, I am dedicated to providing a space where you can explore, heal, and grow. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and prioritize building a strong rapport with my clients based on trust, empathy, and understanding. I have worked in the field of mental health for 36 years, and have advanced training in couples therapy, addictions, teen and young adult issues, anxiety and depressive disorders.
(480) 409-2297 View (480) 409-2297
Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.