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Jeni Gutke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85298
I am strength-based/solution-focused to encourage, explore, self-actualize and strengthen relationship connection.
Are fears getting in your way? Behind your fears are desires- desires for pursuit of your dreams, career, relationships, fulfillment and success. But something is getting in the way. It might be past experiences, losses, unprocessed feelings or limiting beliefs. It’s time for you to clear the past and create the future with intention. Being present and enjoying life starts with healing the past. Gaining self-understanding, compassion, acceptance, confrontation of fears, and definition of desires illuminates the path to self discovery and joy. Self-connection brings greater fulfillment.. It’s time to live the life you have imagined!
I am strength-based/solution-focused to encourage, explore, self-actualize and strengthen relationship connection.
Are fears getting in your way? Behind your fears are desires- desires for pursuit of your dreams, career, relationships, fulfillment and success. But something is getting in the way. It might be past experiences, losses, unprocessed feelings or limiting beliefs. It’s time for you to clear the past and create the future with intention. Being present and enjoying life starts with healing the past. Gaining self-understanding, compassion, acceptance, confrontation of fears, and definition of desires illuminates the path to self discovery and joy. Self-connection brings greater fulfillment.. It’s time to live the life you have imagined!
(480) 808-6821 View (480) 808-6821
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Sarah Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85296
I am passionate about supporting clients in overcoming trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and life changes. I use a strength-based, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed approach to counseling. Many of my clients come to me wanting change because they are tired of feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, and stuck. Some of my clients have done counseling before, but it didn’t go deep enough to understand and explore how patterns and experiences from the past are showing up in their lives now. I will work with you to determine the root cause of your struggles and use evidence-based approaches to support healing.
I am passionate about supporting clients in overcoming trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and life changes. I use a strength-based, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed approach to counseling. Many of my clients come to me wanting change because they are tired of feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, and stuck. Some of my clients have done counseling before, but it didn’t go deep enough to understand and explore how patterns and experiences from the past are showing up in their lives now. I will work with you to determine the root cause of your struggles and use evidence-based approaches to support healing.
(602) 737-0585 View (602) 737-0585
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Nicoleta Alfaro
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85296
I embrace a strength-based philosophy that is client-led and utilize an array of theoretical approaches and modalities including, but not limited to, CBT, IFS, and DBT, as well as Motivational Interviewing.
-Now accepting new clients. -I am passionate about the therapy process and believe that the quality of the relationship between therapist and client is essential to that process. I bring empathy and compassion to all my clients and strongly believe that everyone is capable of positive change. I understand that often times in order for that to happen, deep healing must occur. With the help of evidence-based treatment techniques, my focus is to sit alongside my clients as they journey through the healing and self-discovery process.
I embrace a strength-based philosophy that is client-led and utilize an array of theoretical approaches and modalities including, but not limited to, CBT, IFS, and DBT, as well as Motivational Interviewing.
-Now accepting new clients. -I am passionate about the therapy process and believe that the quality of the relationship between therapist and client is essential to that process. I bring empathy and compassion to all my clients and strongly believe that everyone is capable of positive change. I understand that often times in order for that to happen, deep healing must occur. With the help of evidence-based treatment techniques, my focus is to sit alongside my clients as they journey through the healing and self-discovery process.
(480) 376-7197 View (480) 376-7197
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Kennadie Kuhns-Uhl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85295  (Online Only)
As a telehealth therapist, I utilize mindfulness, strength-based, and trauma-informed approaches to treat individuals across the life span navigating depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, and overall life transitions. I strive to provide a peaceful, comforting, and safe environment to recognize strengths and to overcome barriers that interfere with one's well being through the use of empathy and unconditional positive regard.
As a telehealth therapist, I utilize mindfulness, strength-based, and trauma-informed approaches to treat individuals across the life span navigating depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, and overall life transitions. I strive to provide a peaceful, comforting, and safe environment to recognize strengths and to overcome barriers that interfere with one's well being through the use of empathy and unconditional positive regard.
(602) 584-8648 View (602) 584-8648
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Abbey Viado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85295
My approach to therapy is person-centered, strength-based, solution-focused, and short-term (depending on the client's need).
*****Currently accepting new clients for both in-person and telehealth therapy sessions.***** Hello there! I truly believe that therapy only works when there is a strong bond between the client and the therapist. Not only is client / therapist relationship important to me, it is the core foundation of my private practice as well. My mission is to support, strengthen, and empower the clients through counseling and therapy so they can focus on what they do best—living their lives to the fullest through balance and mindfulness.
My approach to therapy is person-centered, strength-based, solution-focused, and short-term (depending on the client's need).
*****Currently accepting new clients for both in-person and telehealth therapy sessions.***** Hello there! I truly believe that therapy only works when there is a strong bond between the client and the therapist. Not only is client / therapist relationship important to me, it is the core foundation of my private practice as well. My mission is to support, strengthen, and empower the clients through counseling and therapy so they can focus on what they do best—living their lives to the fullest through balance and mindfulness.
(480) 400-9908 View (480) 400-9908
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Amber Rochelle Thompson
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85233
I love to work with those that have been hurt or isolated. I appreciate being able to walk along side of someone who wants to face their trauma. I work with foster families or adopted children as well. I have had experience working with the Deaf community for over a decade and knows American Sign Language and Mexican Sign Language.
I love to work with those that have been hurt or isolated. I appreciate being able to walk along side of someone who wants to face their trauma. I work with foster families or adopted children as well. I have had experience working with the Deaf community for over a decade and knows American Sign Language and Mexican Sign Language.
(480) 605-0329 View (480) 605-0329
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Christina Brown
Counselor, MS, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85234
I am currently accepting new clients for both telehealth and in-person. I provide a safe and accepting place for you to heal, build resiliency, and begin to live again. I am experienced in PTSD, trauma, depression, anxiety, dissociation, self-esteem issues and stress management. I offer a wide range of treatments to fit your needs including EMDR and IFS parts work.
I am currently accepting new clients for both telehealth and in-person. I provide a safe and accepting place for you to heal, build resiliency, and begin to live again. I am experienced in PTSD, trauma, depression, anxiety, dissociation, self-esteem issues and stress management. I offer a wide range of treatments to fit your needs including EMDR and IFS parts work.
(520) 231-7983 View (520) 231-7983
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Dr. Shelby L Schiller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85234
I offer a collaborative and integrative approach for clients seeking insight to their challenges. My attitude towards therapy is that there is not one universal method that works best for anyone, therefore, I use an appropriate blend of modalities to help you overcome whatever you are currently experiencing. I believe that you are the expert in your own life and I am here to help you navigate the difficulties you are currently facing. I concentrate on developing a partnership with clients to identify strengths and areas of potential growth to make meaning and implement positive change.
I offer a collaborative and integrative approach for clients seeking insight to their challenges. My attitude towards therapy is that there is not one universal method that works best for anyone, therefore, I use an appropriate blend of modalities to help you overcome whatever you are currently experiencing. I believe that you are the expert in your own life and I am here to help you navigate the difficulties you are currently facing. I concentrate on developing a partnership with clients to identify strengths and areas of potential growth to make meaning and implement positive change.
(928) 238-2696 View (928) 238-2696
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Christian Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85233
Maybe you already feel like you’re at the end of your rope. Do you need help with your relationships? Is the stress of work just too much? Or have you simply realized that you aren’t leading the life you want to be living? Whatever you’re facing, do you want to live more authentically and achieve the lasting relationships you desire?
Maybe you already feel like you’re at the end of your rope. Do you need help with your relationships? Is the stress of work just too much? Or have you simply realized that you aren’t leading the life you want to be living? Whatever you’re facing, do you want to live more authentically and achieve the lasting relationships you desire?
(714) 696-8724 View (714) 696-8724
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Brianna Itter
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85295  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I care about the individual needs of each person that come in to see me. We spend time going over what its like to live in your shoes on the day to day as well as the experiences that shaped your current symptoms. I make sure you have the coping skills needed to manage any pain that may come up during our work as well as create a personalized therapy plan to get you where you'd like to be, healed, whole and free. If that feels like a fit for you, please reach out, I'd be happy to chat!
As a therapist, I care about the individual needs of each person that come in to see me. We spend time going over what its like to live in your shoes on the day to day as well as the experiences that shaped your current symptoms. I make sure you have the coping skills needed to manage any pain that may come up during our work as well as create a personalized therapy plan to get you where you'd like to be, healed, whole and free. If that feels like a fit for you, please reach out, I'd be happy to chat!
(480) 780-2835 View (480) 780-2835
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Colleen Lally
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85296
You feel stuck. This isn't the life you pictured and your day-to-day existence leaves you feeling unsatisfied and looking for ways to escape. Despite your best efforts, nothing seems to create change. My hope is to help you build a life you want to be present in. I believe in a collaborative approach, beginning with meeting you where you're at, and with you as the expert of your experience.
You feel stuck. This isn't the life you pictured and your day-to-day existence leaves you feeling unsatisfied and looking for ways to escape. Despite your best efforts, nothing seems to create change. My hope is to help you build a life you want to be present in. I believe in a collaborative approach, beginning with meeting you where you're at, and with you as the expert of your experience.
(520) 341-8885 View (520) 341-8885
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Behavioral Health Solutions
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85295
*CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma or other concerns that keep you from progressing in life? Here at Behavioral Health Solutions, our team of licensed therapists are experienced and caring. We would love to help you understand how to address your concerns. We provide a safe environment that allows you to discuss your problems without feeling shame or judgement. Your help is just an email or phone call away!
*CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma or other concerns that keep you from progressing in life? Here at Behavioral Health Solutions, our team of licensed therapists are experienced and caring. We would love to help you understand how to address your concerns. We provide a safe environment that allows you to discuss your problems without feeling shame or judgement. Your help is just an email or phone call away!
(480) 405-0825 View (480) 405-0825
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Veronica Ezop
Counselor, MSc, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85297
Veronica understands that each client has unique qualities and needs. She takes a strengths based approach with her clients to accomplish balance, autonomy and wellness in their life. Veronica treats her clients with unconditional positive regard while encouraging growth and exploration through facilitating self-actualization. Veronica has clinical experience treating anxiety, depression, infertility, post partum, suicidal ideation, adjustment disorders and couples therapy.
Veronica understands that each client has unique qualities and needs. She takes a strengths based approach with her clients to accomplish balance, autonomy and wellness in their life. Veronica treats her clients with unconditional positive regard while encouraging growth and exploration through facilitating self-actualization. Veronica has clinical experience treating anxiety, depression, infertility, post partum, suicidal ideation, adjustment disorders and couples therapy.
(480) 613-8876 View (480) 613-8876
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Constance McFarlin
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Congratulations on taking the first step in order to heal and improve your quality of life. My deepest passion is to utilize my experience and education to assist others with healing so that they can move from existing to living. We all suffer from different forms of trauma, and if left unaddressed it could negatively impact the quality of our lives and relationships. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families of all different races and ethnicities. In order to assist my clients with the healing process; I provide a safe, warm, non-judgmental, and supportive environment so that the healing process can truly begin.
Congratulations on taking the first step in order to heal and improve your quality of life. My deepest passion is to utilize my experience and education to assist others with healing so that they can move from existing to living. We all suffer from different forms of trauma, and if left unaddressed it could negatively impact the quality of our lives and relationships. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families of all different races and ethnicities. In order to assist my clients with the healing process; I provide a safe, warm, non-judgmental, and supportive environment so that the healing process can truly begin.
(928) 212-5238 View (928) 212-5238
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Melanie Scott
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85296
Finding the right therapist to help walk you through difficult days can be overwhelming. I'm so glad you are here. My clients are often wanting to improve their relationships with others and themselves but struggle with knowing how to get there. I recognize that many people are often stuck in learned patterns or cycles, and I am passionate about helping them unlock their own potential, empowering them to live the lives they have always wanted. My goal is to make sure my clients feel heard and understood in the therapy room and I focus on building the security and safety clients need in order to foster change and growth.
Finding the right therapist to help walk you through difficult days can be overwhelming. I'm so glad you are here. My clients are often wanting to improve their relationships with others and themselves but struggle with knowing how to get there. I recognize that many people are often stuck in learned patterns or cycles, and I am passionate about helping them unlock their own potential, empowering them to live the lives they have always wanted. My goal is to make sure my clients feel heard and understood in the therapy room and I focus on building the security and safety clients need in order to foster change and growth.
(480) 712-4396 View (480) 712-4396
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Nicci Kirlew
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85295
Some of my favorite words come from Brene Brown when she said, "Empathy has no script. There is no right or wrong way to do it. It is simply listening, holding space, withholding judgement, emotionally connecting and communicating that incredibly healing message of 'You Are Not Alone.' " I am here to provide that space for you while you work to overcome trauma or significant life experiences. It takes courage and vulnerability to begin the therapy process. I consider it a privilege to hear your story and walk alongside you.
Some of my favorite words come from Brene Brown when she said, "Empathy has no script. There is no right or wrong way to do it. It is simply listening, holding space, withholding judgement, emotionally connecting and communicating that incredibly healing message of 'You Are Not Alone.' " I am here to provide that space for you while you work to overcome trauma or significant life experiences. It takes courage and vulnerability to begin the therapy process. I consider it a privilege to hear your story and walk alongside you.
(480) 351-5604 View (480) 351-5604
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Karissa Ray
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85296
I know that life can feel like an uphill battle. Many times our past gets in the way of our future and we do know where to turn or how to move forward. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have experience working with many mental health concerns from my time working in community mental health. I have training with a wide variety of age groups and work with individuals 18 years old and up.
I know that life can feel like an uphill battle. Many times our past gets in the way of our future and we do know where to turn or how to move forward. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have experience working with many mental health concerns from my time working in community mental health. I have training with a wide variety of age groups and work with individuals 18 years old and up.
(480) 256-2260 View (480) 256-2260
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Stephen M Alger Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85234
I take clients from all different backgrounds and presenting problems. Most of my clients have complex problems that start as internal struggles from depression, poor mood regulation, anxiety, racing thoughts, over-active anger, poor self-esteem, and judgment of self and others. These issues turn into interpersonal and relational problems that create felt chaos and cyclically feed those internal struggles. Clients often come in focusing on the outside chaos and miss the internal factors.
I take clients from all different backgrounds and presenting problems. Most of my clients have complex problems that start as internal struggles from depression, poor mood regulation, anxiety, racing thoughts, over-active anger, poor self-esteem, and judgment of self and others. These issues turn into interpersonal and relational problems that create felt chaos and cyclically feed those internal struggles. Clients often come in focusing on the outside chaos and miss the internal factors.
(480) 418-5762 View (480) 418-5762
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Jessica Hinton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85295
We seek support throughout our lives for many different reasons. Life may feel out of balance and you may be asking yourself how you got to this place. Your circumstances may have you feeling depressed, anxious, and uncertain of what to do next. Whether you need help with an important decision, family conflict, stress relief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or personal growth, I am here to support you. Together, we can work toward decreasing suffering, increasing a sense of calm and improving the quality of your life.
We seek support throughout our lives for many different reasons. Life may feel out of balance and you may be asking yourself how you got to this place. Your circumstances may have you feeling depressed, anxious, and uncertain of what to do next. Whether you need help with an important decision, family conflict, stress relief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or personal growth, I am here to support you. Together, we can work toward decreasing suffering, increasing a sense of calm and improving the quality of your life.
(480) 376-7249 View (480) 376-7249
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Melody Day
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Want someone to help you understand and work through what’s keeping you stuck, really listen to what’s going on and help you make meaningful changes? I can help. Anxiety? Depression? Trauma? PTSD? Codependency? Concerns with; Sexuality? Kinks? Self-esteem? Shifting Relationship? Work/life balance? Grief? Gender identity? Together we can manage and reduce; stress, self-doubt, shame, and guilt, process any trauma or grief, set better boundaries, improve self-esteem, feel good about yourself, see & work through negative patterns, as well as understand & effectively communicate your needs. I can help you experience life happy.
Want someone to help you understand and work through what’s keeping you stuck, really listen to what’s going on and help you make meaningful changes? I can help. Anxiety? Depression? Trauma? PTSD? Codependency? Concerns with; Sexuality? Kinks? Self-esteem? Shifting Relationship? Work/life balance? Grief? Gender identity? Together we can manage and reduce; stress, self-doubt, shame, and guilt, process any trauma or grief, set better boundaries, improve self-esteem, feel good about yourself, see & work through negative patterns, as well as understand & effectively communicate your needs. I can help you experience life happy.
(480) 771-9614 View (480) 771-9614
Strength-Based Therapists

How does strength-based therapy work?

During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.

Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?

Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.

How long does strength-based therapy last?

There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.

How effective is strength-based therapy?

Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.