Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Phoenix, AZ

Empowering your mental health journey with an evidenced based approach. Are you seeking services for yourself, child, your relationship, or maybe a family member? Want to focus on increasing motivation, creativity, self esteem, confidence, or organizational skills? Then I’m your gal. With a diverse range of expertise, I specialize in Play therapy, behavioral therapy, art expression, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution focused therapy, Positive Psychology, and mindfulness techniques.

Often we spend so much time avoiding what makes us uncomfortable or scared that we miss out on the fullness of life. I want to help those who feel stuck, struggle with avoidance, or feel disconnected from their values to build skills of flexibility and mindfulness. I want to work with you to reconnect with your values, set meaningful goals, and embrace the full range of human experience (positive and negative). I also specialize in LGBTQ+ issues and aim to help in a number of ways from self-exploration, navigating relationships, and finding supports in the community.

Life often presents us with difficult challenges, causing stress and discomfort. These are not things you have to navigate alone. In my practice I work to create a compassionate and collaborative environment with you to promote healing. I specialize in working with young adults and adults to address anxiety, trauma, life transitions, depression, and relational difficulties.

VIRTUAL (secure portal accessible by your phone, tablet, or computer) & IN-PERSON. Have you been struggling to keep everything together but now have a growing sense that you are stuck and need help? Have you experienced a recent traumatic event that has shaken your world? Or do past events distress you still even though they happened years ago? Does anxiety or depression keep you from living the life you want? If you answer “Yes” to one of these questions, then I can help you bring a sense of balance and healing to your life.

With over 20 years of experience dedicated to helping clients enhance their lives, my practice has helped people from all different backgrounds. My passion lies in sharing what I like to call "mental health superpowers" that have the potential to bring about remarkable transformations. I'm excited to embark on this journey with you!

Have you reached a point in life where it seems that something needs to change in order for you to be truly happy? Maybe you can't quite put your finger on it, or perhaps you thought you left it behind years ago. If you are living with depression, anxiety, unsatisfying relationships, addiction, or unresolved grief or trauma - there is hope and there is help. I strive to provide an honest, warm and collaborative environment so that you can feel safe embarking on your journey of self-exploration, healing and growth. This isn't easy work, but I truly believe that it is the most important work we can do for ourselves.

I am here to help you with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and overall well-being. I offer specialized services in a safe and supportive environment.

Accepting new clients for Jan 2024 - complete intake form on my website to schedule. Do you struggle with wanting to change but don't know where to start or what to do? Life throws many challenges at us and it can be hard to cope with them. You may be holding on to old wounds that have traumatized you. Your family might argue a lot and wish they could just talk to each other. You may be a parent of a neurodiverse child in need of guidance. Or maybe you see the world differently than other people and don't really fit in. Whatever it is that brought you here, you deserve to be happy and in control of your life.

My practice is unique. I treat two groups of clients: One is very high functioning - the highly successful professional who wants to improve personal strengths, interpersonal interactions, relationships, and intimacy. The second set are those who have been struggling with a diagnosable mental or physical illness that has not been effectively managed. Both may need various clinical treatments which include therapies such as Interpersonal Social Rhythm Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (Couples & Family), Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT) or trauma oriented skills such as Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Hypnosis, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) - Feeling-State Addiction Therapy, Relaxation & Mindfulness.

As an inclusive therapist, I provide services to diverse populations who deal with varying stressors and challenges in life. I also want to give acknowledgement to the oppressive and discriminatory systems that work to marginalize individuals and groups in our society. These systems can have a negative effect on our mental health, as well as how we view yourselves and the world. By empowering yourself through therapy, you are making time to put your needs first and discuss issues that are important to your wellbeing. Everyone deserves a space to tell their story and reflect, which is what I can provide during our sessions together.

Congratulations on finding yourself here! I believe in your ability to heal yourself and be happy. I will work with you to help you make lasting improvements that lead to increased happiness and calm, and a sense of purpose and belonging. Becoming the authentic version of yourself is freeing and you are worth it! I am honored to partner with you as you discover a deeper sense of self. Prior to becoming a counselor, I worked with young adults in higher education and I've worked a middle school counselor in the Paradise Valley Unified School District; I have experience with adolescents through adults.

I hope to provide a user friendly environment, where warmth, listening and eventually understanding occurs. Understanding and helping my clients find solutions to issues they come in with is my primary focus. I tend to be a very solution oriented person. I have fifteen years of experience as a counselor and have worked with substance abuse, problem gambling, mental health issues, trauma, anxiety and relationship concerns.

Whether you've been in therapy before or are getting started for the first time, the process can sometimes feel overwhelming. I know it took a lot for you to get here, so while you’re here, I hope you connect with something that offers a bit of comfort. My experience and interest lies in working with adults healing from complex trauma (C-PTSD), family of origin wounds, narcissistic abuse, attachment issues and addiction. Since earning a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling in 2010, I've held clinical positions ranging from residential primary therapist to clinical director, eventually transitioning to private practice.

I work with individuals and couples who want to actively create the lives or relationships they desire. By helping clients identify the blocks keeping them stuck, they are free to explore and experiment with more creative and effective ways of living. Group counseling can be especially helpful increasing self-awareness, creating support and experiencing validation.

Accepting New Clients. Now offering nature therapy and In-person sessions. I believe the relationship between therapist and client is essential to the overall success of therapy. By creating a safe and collaborative environment, we can navigate and explore some of the obstacles that are getting in the way of reaching your goals. I believe in fostering a supportive environment in which you will feel empowered to achieve personal growth and satisfying relationships with others.

Pain from the past or fear about the future might make it difficult to enjoy the present. If this describes you or a teen you care about, I want you to know there is hope. My name is Kerrey, and I'm glad you found my bio. I enjoy working with teenagers and adults who are striving to be their best selves. I practice therapy at Choose Health and Happiness Counseling in a comfortable, inviting space at the Scottsdale location on Shea Boulevard. Your story, your pain, and your collection of difficulties are unique to you. There is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy.

I have had many clients with issues pertaining to quality of life: Relationships, codependency, ADHD, parenting, anxiety and depression.

I am an Licensed Associate Counselor who has worked as a therapist for over 5 years and been in the mental health field for over 10 years. I am dedicated to the care and well-being of my clients and helping them to overcome life's challenges and achieve a positive state of emotional well-being. I believe that therapy starts with a safe environment and being ready to make the changes needed to live a full and happy life.

Certain life experiences can lead to negative subconscious programs and core beliefs that cause us to feel fear, anxiety, shame, disempowerment, or to live in some state of dysregulation and disconnection from our true selves. Healing is a holistic process and therapy can play a vital role in that process. I believe having the “right” support and guidance can make all the difference.