Therapists in Chandler, AZ

My role as a therapist is to create a safe space where clients can unpack life’s troubles in their journey of finding freedom, healing, and wholeness. I take a strength-based and culturally sensitive approach with the goal of empowerment in personal growth and overcoming adversity.

Life can throw hardships at us, and our pain is so real and deep. My passion is to walk alongside clients through healing, gaining strength, and building resilience during tough times. I want to help individuals and families find solutions and hope for wise, healthy, and meaningful living. We will turn hardships into growth opportunities by sorting out internal and external sources of distress leading to anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. We will design an individual and family healing plan to restore freedom and peace and live out the more significant potential in life.

I work with clients from preteen, adolescents/teenagers, adults, and couples. Life throws us challenges at all stages, and the skills we need can be different for each experience. I hope to help others with building up their toolbox of skills and strategies. We have the skills but sometimes need the help get to where we want to be mentally, emotionally, and physically.

I believe in the innate power in us to evolve and resolve. Sometimes when we are faced with challenging situations, our perspectives become hazy and we are unable to connect with our selves. I use eclectic and holistic modes of therapy to help people connect with their inner selves to move on in their lives and reach their full potential. I am trained in DBT, CBT, ACT and am also a Certified EMDR provider. I also completed an externship in Emotionally focussed Therapy for Couples as positive relationships are imperative for our emotional, mental health.

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.

You are tired, stressed, and fighting with your partner. How did it get this bad? What is wrong with me? You just want feel calmer and like you and your partner on the same page again. You are tired of "pretending" to have it all together. They say "trauma" is the root of everything, humm. Chaotic childhood home, check. But you have told yourself "It wasn't THAT bad." But as the black sheep of your family, raised in chaos, you can't help but wonder if all this might be related. The constant loud self critic, people-pleasing, and feeling misunderstood. It is time to unpack the stuff that is holding you back.

I work with both couples and individuals who are looking to create harmony and understanding in their lives and relationships. I specialize in working with women and the BIPOC community, especially those with multicultural identities (immigrant, first generation, multilingual, etc.). I understand the importance of working with someone who fosters a safe environment and embraces all aspects of your being. It's essential to me that you feel secure, acknowledged, listened to, and appreciated.

I am here to help you achieve a sense of empowerment, wellbeing, and hope. I am a skilled therapist who will pay attention to your needs and help you figure out what you want out if life from a holistic standpoint. I use a variety of modalities depending on your individual interests and goals. We can explore your journey together in a safe , confidential environment!

Now accepting new clients! At DHWC we believe that anyone has it within themselves to create change, our job is to give you the skills and empower you to do so. Dr. Durand is a Doctor of Behavioral Health and Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an extensive background in both outpatient and inpatient healthcare settings. In her many years of leadership experience, she has developed a passion for supervising and training up quality mental health professionals. Therefore, we offer several clinicians at our practice under her direct supervision with a range of skills and price ranges that can fit most patient needs.

**CURRENTLY OFFERING TELETHERAPY SESSIONS in ARIZONA & WASHINGTON** Relationships can be challenging, particularly the ones that are most important to us. We want to feel known, connected and loved but often end up hurt and lonely, stuck in patterns which aren't working. Relational pain can show up as anxiety, fear, depression or grief among other things. I have extensive training in Psychodyamic Therapy. I have also learned directly from masters in the field of Couples Therapy: John & Julie Gottman and Phil Ringstrom to address these very issues.

Hi there, thank you for taking the time to be curious about my work! I possess an innate desire to understand each individual and couple’s unique perspectives and circumstances. This allows me to create a safe non-judgemental space for clients in the therapy room so you can explore all aspects of your past and present experiences. As a counselor, I am here to be a collaborative, curious and interactive part of your self discovery by using your feedback along with my knowledge and skills to aid you in a deeper understanding of yourself and/or your relationship.

My treatment focus is helping people find themselves within themselves, and helping people establish and maintain who they are and who they want to be within intimate relationships. Relationships sometimes feel too distant and, unfortunately, these relationships can often leave people feeling emotionally abandoned or isolated. Or, relationships can feel too merged, leaving people feeling overwhelmed or smothered by another's needs or demands. My strength lies in helping people find a place where they can be in intimate relationships and not emotionally lose themselves or overwhelm loved ones. Psychotherapist/Couple Counseling.

Do you feel anxious, depressed or don't know how to manage family and work during COVID-19? Using best practices, including teletherapy, you can have confidence in working with me to be happy again! You may feel frustrated, wondering what could bring relief. I work with a talented group of mental health providers offering both therapy and medication management. We will work to clear up your problem and return you quickly to your work and hobbies. We want you to thrive and be happy! Call today to schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation because you're ready to start therapy and feel better!