Art Therapy in Phoenix, AZ

“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.”–Aristotle. I have been in your shoes. I know what it is like to reach out for help. It can be both scary and exciting, and above all it is brave. I want to support you on your journey. I believe we are all constantly learning, moving and growing in our personal and professional lives. Therapy is a journey of self exploration. It is both what happens in and outside of the therapy room. I have worked in the mental health field (as a coach, counselor or art therapist) since 2011. My practice is grounded in my values. I value connection. I value compassion. I value creativity.

Living with unprocessed trauma can feel like trying to keep a beachball under water. You can do it, but it requires a lot of your energy and if you let your attention slip, it will come exploding to the surface. But we do this because we feel we don’t know what we will do when we have to look the trauma in the face. We fear it will overwhelm us and we won’t be able to cope. But when the pain of your past traumatic event becomes too unbearable, you know that it’s time to do something about it.

I am a licensed associate counselor (LAC) and licensed American sign language (ASL) interpreter who moved to Phoenix, AZ from New York, NY. I have experience working with individuals, children, and families as well as groups and couples. I have dedicated myself to excellence in care through trauma-informed integration of treatments including EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, expressive art therapy, play therapy, among other therapeutic modalities.

Accepting new clients in August! Hey there! If you're thinking about taking the first step towards healing and self-discovery, I'm here for you! My name is Jackie Kimmel, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in sunny Arizona. I'm here to offer support with a focus on compassion and effectiveness, especially for those navigating trauma, narcissistic abuse, ADHD, depression, anxiety, anger management, grief, relationship issues, and women's concerns. I work with adults, teens, and pre-teens. I use evidence-based approaches like EMDR, CBT, and DBT, tailoring my interventions to fit your unique needs.

I am a client centered therapist where I assist my clients work through the challenges which bring them to treatment and move to a more balanced and serne life experience. My passion is working with adolescents and their families by improving communication, boundaries, and healing trauma providing noticeabe growth for the individual and/or family members. Providing a safe place to share emotional responses to tramatic and/or everyday life situation and learn how to manage and share their emotions appropriateluy no matter the developmental stage of life. I work collobratively with my clients in developing their goals.

Sometimes words fail and we need a way to express ourselves and the issues present. Art is an avenue to the self and creative expression is a means to cultivate self-awareness and provides space to represent issues being brought up in therapy. To be willing to be uncomfortable and explore a form of expression that we may not have done since childhood, takes bravery and openness. This may be a new way to look at life and understand how we are dealing with it. Unfolding with gentleness we seek the truth of our own being and how we want to face life in the here and now.

Maybe you're feeling less than confident in knowing how to best support your child with school issues, anxiety, anger issues, adoption, family conflict, working through trauma or other concerns. Lets work together! As a therapist, I value providing a non-judgmental, empathetic and collaborative relationship with my clients, as well as supporting you as the parent in finding your own strength and confidence in your parenting. You don’t have to go it alone! My goal is to help you see that you already have the tools needed to help create calm, peace and happiness for yourself and your family.

ACCEPTING Saturday appointments, New therapy clients, in person and virtual. Telemedicine certified. CBT certified. I enjoy working with children, and adults. I have 35 years' experience helping people regain hope and passion in their lives. Are you or a loved one experiencing anxiety, depression and/or social isolation? Do you need to make a decision about staying in a relationship? Do you need assistance with finding your passion in life? I am experienced with mood disorders, issues affecting children and adolescents as well as parenting. I am only a phone call away.

I've always been taught that the therapeutic relationship is the most important element in a client's success. And it's proven to be true. I believe that the therapist-client relationship works best when the client feels comfortable with the therapist and is able to be honest about their needs. Therefore, I try to make the therapy space feel comfortable and judgement free. As you and I build the therapeutic relationship, I listen to your needs to provide you the best care possible. Let's work as a team to help you learn to thrive.

Let's be real.. the teen and young adult years can be HARD. All of the life transitions and stress can lead to increased anxiety, depression and overwhelm. Are you feeling stuck? Struggling to find some sense of direction and purpose? Craving to create deeper relationships? Searching for these answers alone can be exhausting.. that's where I come in! I help teens and young adults to build confidence in themselves, their relationships, and their lives through understanding, healing, and skill building.

Laurie is accepting telehealth clients only at this time. Laurie’s intention is to create a safe, non-judgmental, creative, humor-welcoming environment for you to heal and explore the deepest parts of yourself. Her therapeutic approach is taking a journey with you, supporting your life goals and needs, while creating greater self awareness. She combines a diverse array of psychological modalities to aid you in calming inner distress and anxiety, assisting in the release of emotional blockages and helping you create a sense of deep wellbeing. Laurie has 30 years of experience in private practice and licensed in Hawaii & Arizona.

Is your child experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties? Does your child need help with identifying and expressing thoughts and feelings? Are you looking for services that differ from traditional talk therapy? If your answer is YES, I can help! My unique approach to counseling utilizes play therapy techniques and art activities as avenues of self-exploration, discovery, expression, and growth! I provide a safe, supportive, creative, and non-clinical environment to help your child build trust, gain hope, feel understood, positively connect, identify and express thoughts and emotions, and improve overall well-being!

Greetings! I have FREE sessions for Veterans (DD214 required). I have a Learning Center for 11-16 years old. I look forward to walking with you on their journey towards healing and discovery. As a servant leader, having a heart to help those who need guidance, clarity, and encouragement is my priority. Just being a listening ear with no judgment, can be the healing salve needed for those clients that feel misunderstood or overlooked. I have a heart especially to help youth and young adults on their journey of identity discovery. Using creative ways to help each client reach their goals, makes each experience exciting and rewarding.

Seeking outside support isn’t always easy. It can feel overwhelming, stressful, and even scary. I understand and hope to provide some reassurance that we can work together to find the relief you and/or your child are seeking. I am an empathetic, person-centered, Trauma Therapist who utilizes an integrative approach with modalities such as play therapy, expressive art therapy, EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing. I have experience working with children and families who have experienced trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, socioeconomic stress, and parental separation

First, it is to be acknowledged that you have taken a BIG step in reaching out! Be proud of yourself as this is NOT as easy as it sounds. If you feel stuck or are struggling with how to respond to life's challenges and are ready to create positive change, I can help in navigating you towards identified goals. My expertise lies in addressing complex trauma, depression, anxiety and substance use for ages 14 and up. You are not alone and you do not have to do this alone. Please take one more step and contact me to begin your journey to well being.

My name is KT Moore and my pronouns are they/them. As a Black and genderqueer individual, I am passionate about working with clients who are multicultural and who are members of the LGBTQAAI2S+ community through an intersectionality lens. I find joy in helping clients explore their gender, racial and/or sexuality identities, and process trauma through use of creative self-expression, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness. I help clients build healthy coping skills, find their strengths, narrate their own stories, and develop healthy thought patterns.

I'm happy you're here for YOU. I believe that none of us were meant to navigate the ups and downs of life alone. Consider this your sign to redefine, reintegrate, and rebalance your life with someone along the way. As a licensed professional counselor, a board-certified art therapist, trauma specialist, yoga practitioner, and creative spirit I draw from my deep, yet eclectic, training to tailor my support for you on your journey. My practice centers around feeling seen and heard, hard work, exploration, growth, interaction, enthusiasm, and important touches of humor and creativity.

I am here to support you with the challenges that you are experiencing at this time. I will guide you through the use of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and other creative approaches that I gained in my Counseling and Art Therapy graduate program at University of Illinois at Chicago. For 20 years I have worked with families and adults individually and in groups in a variety of settings; including day treatment and residential treatment programs, a children's hospital, corrections, community mental health, schools, and home-based treatment.

My name is Sydney Van Horn and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Arizona. I have a Masters of Social Work degree from Arizona State University and Bachelors in Sociology. I have been practicing in the behavior health field for over 7 years. I firmly believe that mental health is health. Life is dynamic and with change often comes discomfort and uncertainty. But I believe amongst that blossoms authenticity and personal growth. I strive to help my clients find their footing, becoming the best version of themselves. We do that by breaking the fourth wall and deciding for ourselves what our story will be.