Behavioral Issues Therapists in Arizona

Do you find yourself struggling with everyday life? Do you feel depressed, discouraged, anxious, or even overwhelmed? These are issues that we all face, but few have the tools needed to overcome and move forward. With the skills and training that I have learned over the years, I have been able to help individuals meet their personal goals while overcoming hindering issues. My primary goal with each client is to establish a strong therapeutic relationship based on their unique cultural and life experiences. I enter the therapeutic journey with curiosity and strive to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment for clients.

Immediate in-person openings, Cash rate as low as $85 per session! Michelle is an Arizona native who dreams of adventure. Her outgoing personality makes it easy to identify with. Michelle has the unique ability to quickly identify dysfunctional thought and behavior patterns. Once these patterns are known, solution-focused, DBT and cognitive behavioral techniques can be used to elicit change. She has clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families with a variety of struggles including family disruption, trauma, anxiety, behavioral problems, grief and depression.

Embracing imperfection accepting the flaws and loving yourself is the essence of our growth as human beings as we strive to live the life we are meant to live. Mindfulness is the human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us. Mindfulness is a quality that every human possesses and is able to access. However with life sometimes accessing mindfulness is a challenge and the skill is embracing imperfection in order to access those moments of where we are present.

I’m a psychotherapist committed to helping my clients discover (or rediscover) their potential to live happier and more fulfilled lives. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to assisting clients to reach their goals, and my style of therapy is warm, accepting, and honest. I especially enjoy working with individuals who struggle with anger and youths with behavioral problems and partnering with individuals to manage personality disorder diagnoses effectively. I work with adults and adolescents experiencing trauma, mood disorders, and anxiety and help others deal with the curve balls life often throws unexpectedly.

I have over 16 years of counseling experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. These include, private practice, critical response teams, at-risk adolescent group homes, residential treatment centers, state prison, and behavioral schools. Specialties include: trauma, substance abuse, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, job related difficulties/career related issues, life transitions and employee assistance.

I’m a Bilingual “Spanish and English” African American/Black Psychological Therapist with a Doctorate Degree. I work with all client ages, backgrounds, and behavioral needs. With an in-depth understanding of psychological disorders, treatment techniques, diagnosis, interventions, and referrals. This includes performing assessment and psychological testing with multiple disciplinary teams in Primary Care, Integrated Care and mental health settings. I provide solution to problems by using client’s strengths to combat challenges. I integrate the role of the mind, body, and spirit in therapy.

I have extensive experience working with children and families and excel meeting children and teens where they are at, no matter the area of difficulty or how layered their problems are. I offer parent education and support in a non-judgmental and caring manner. I use a variety of approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, family system dynamics, attachment theory, and play therapy.

Donna is a Licensed, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (LBA, BCBA) specializing in the development of social skills for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). She is a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC) with decades of experience working with substance exposed newborns and children. Donna is a Certified Family Trauma Professional (CFTP) providing trauma informed care within her provision of treatment services. The treatment of substance use disorders incorporates the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA), however, they are non-ABA services and are not covered by my BACB credential.

I have a Masters' degree in Psychology from the University of Houston in Clear Lake yet my experience working with people needing and wanting behavioral changes is greater than my education. My goal as a hypnotherapist is to guide you on a therapeutic path to healing and reaching your potential and health goals. My hypnotherapy sessions are eclectic in that I use various techniques appropriate to what you want to achieve and to ensure a positive outcome. I create unique scripts that address particular issues and help you succeed in what you want to achieve in life.

Dr. Gonzalez specializes in working with children 5 years and older, adolescents, young adults, & their families. She has experience working with a diverse range of concerns including depression, anxiety, behavioral & adjustment concerns, identity exploration, interpersonal skills, complex trauma (including racial & generational trauma), parent-child relationships, grief and loss, cultural & diversity related issues, & first generation BIPOC related issues. Dr. Gonzalez has experience working with mental health concerns across the lifespan. Bilingual therapy services offered in English and Spanish.

Donn Yeager is a Substance Abuse Counselor that has been in the industry since 2012. His experience includes having been a Residential Therapist at Calvary Addiction Recovery Center, later was the Clinical Director at Recovery in the Pines in Prescott, AZ and currently working at St. Luke's Behavioral Health Hospital. Donn has a passion for serving others and finds satisfaction in finding individuals troubled with addiction become productive citizens that further leads to the family's healing.

My name is Linda Wiskerchen. I am a licensed clinical social worker and registered play therapist supervisor with 20+ years experience and passion working in the mental health field. I specialize in the treatment of families and young children who are struggling at home, in school, and in the community, with individual and family counseling.

“We are all on a journey of some sort, whether it is one of healing, new beginnings, pleasure, or life transition. Sometimes we encounter storms and obstacles that shake us and may make us feel as if we are lost or maybe incapable of overcoming the storm.” These storms may be recognized as anxiety, depression, loss of a loved one, job or home. Creating therapeutic trust and emotional safety are two of my greatest strengths as a therapist. I will work with you to create an environment in which you can discover your own truth and authentic self, and increase your capacity to make healthy life choices and find fulfilling relationships.

Kevin is committed to working with individuals, couples, teens, and pre-marital couples. He has very diverse life experiences from being a therapist, parent, spouse, business executive, women’s advocate, domestic violence counselor, and international businessman that he applies to work with clients from diverse backgrounds. He believes that therapy should provide a safe, understanding, trusting, and collaborative environment. You should feel supported and encouraged and never judged. We all have difficult life experiences at times and need an understanding partner to help us process and address those experiences.

My service goal is to provide the highest level of counseling services, in order to empower individuals to lead healthy and productive lives. Our services are directed towards the individual's ability to personalize and make counseling practical to their life experiences, thus enhancing feelings of belonging, acceptance of personal responsibility and empowering themselves to make choices and decisions that lead to positive consequences.

Are you or your family dealing with the challenges of conflict, anxiety, depression, divorce, or another life struggle? Is your child or teen struggling to manage emotions or having behavioral issues? These issues can impact your family's ability to have strong meaningful connections and be overwhelming to deal with. This can be a confusing time for everyone in the family and you or your child may be feeling exhausted and have little hope that it can change.

Dr. Bantel's practice is dedicated to serving individuals from diverse backgrounds, with a particular focus on addressing the unique mental health needs of children, adolescents, and men. His therapeutic expertise spans a broad spectrum of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, behavioral issues, educational challenges, substance use, and relationship/family conflicts. Dr. Bantel is committed to tailoring his treatment approach to the specific needs of each individual, employing a diverse range of evidence-based interventions.

Here you are, fully immersed in the role of a dedicated parent, actively shaping the ideal environment for your child. Every day presents new challenges, with the added complexity of addressing behavioral challenges. In the midst of this journey, you find yourself grappling with concerns about your child's behavior, eager for solutions that go beyond the basic or surface-level and delve into a more comprehensive understanding of the challenges at hand. Right now, you're in the process of seeking a genuine understanding of behavioral principles, eager to apply this knowledge to lovingly guide and support your precious child.

CLTatum & Associates Behavioral Healthcare is a mental health clinic that provides in-office, in-home, Telehealth counseling and psychotherapy services. Our team of experienced and licensed therapists work closely with our clients to provide personalized treatment plans that We have extensive practice with adults, teens, children, relationships, and families. Issues such as, breakups/heartache, self-identity, sex-identity, parenting, marital discord and lack of coping skills and more will be addressed to your satisfaction. Call now and find the joy and meaningful life you deserve.