Family Therapy in Phoenix, AZ
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I still love what I do after 26 years. I have extensive experience in Christian Counseling, Blended Families, Couples, Addiction, PTSD, Trauma, Sex-Offenders, and Obsessive-Compulsive behaviors. I have worked with a variety of clients ranging from ages 7 to 89, but currently am only working with adults. I am independently licensed in 3 different states as a Marriage and Family Therapist and independently licensed in 2 states as an Addiction Counselor. I only provide telehealth therapy at this time.
I still love what I do after 26 years. I have extensive experience in Christian Counseling, Blended Families, Couples, Addiction, PTSD, Trauma, Sex-Offenders, and Obsessive-Compulsive behaviors. I have worked with a variety of clients ranging from ages 7 to 89, but currently am only working with adults. I am independently licensed in 3 different states as a Marriage and Family Therapist and independently licensed in 2 states as an Addiction Counselor. I only provide telehealth therapy at this time.
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SIGA, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85027 (Online Only)
I am an LCSW, with six plus years of experience. I specialize in individual and family therapy, with a particular passion for working with adolescents, transitional age individuals, and LGBT+ community. My remote practice offers a range of specialized approaches, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), substance use treatment, and general mental health support.
I am an LCSW, with six plus years of experience. I specialize in individual and family therapy, with a particular passion for working with adolescents, transitional age individuals, and LGBT+ community. My remote practice offers a range of specialized approaches, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), substance use treatment, and general mental health support.
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Healing and Strengthening Families and Individuals
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85029
I want to make sure that the client and I are a fit when it comes to rapport. That looks like feeling comfortable sharing content that might cause uncomfortableness due to fearing judgment. If established in the first meeting, I feel confident in working with those with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, self-harming behaviors, family conflicts, grief, and performance issues in school, sports, or career (to name a few). I believe the treatment models that I use can build their resilience to deal with past, current, and future challenges.
I want to make sure that the client and I are a fit when it comes to rapport. That looks like feeling comfortable sharing content that might cause uncomfortableness due to fearing judgment. If established in the first meeting, I feel confident in working with those with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, self-harming behaviors, family conflicts, grief, and performance issues in school, sports, or career (to name a few). I believe the treatment models that I use can build their resilience to deal with past, current, and future challenges.
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I work with individuals (both teens and adults), couples and family systems. I have helped people to heal from past hurts, sexuality, addiction/compulsivity, betrayal trauma, anxiety, depression and relationship struggles. Our sessions will be focused on the reasons you are seeking help. If you are seeking individual therapy, common issues we often discuss include: how to improve relationships, work through stressors and trauma, and have healthier ways of managing mood including anxiety and depression. It is also common that I discuss with you how your past experiences influence your life and your relationships today.
I work with individuals (both teens and adults), couples and family systems. I have helped people to heal from past hurts, sexuality, addiction/compulsivity, betrayal trauma, anxiety, depression and relationship struggles. Our sessions will be focused on the reasons you are seeking help. If you are seeking individual therapy, common issues we often discuss include: how to improve relationships, work through stressors and trauma, and have healthier ways of managing mood including anxiety and depression. It is also common that I discuss with you how your past experiences influence your life and your relationships today.
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My areas of expertise include marriage, couples, relationship issues, grief, divorce/separation, family of origin dysfunction, incest, women's support issues.
The relationship between therapist and client is unique. Time spent together is purposefully structured to support that uniqueness and establish a framework and rhythm for working. Our work together will be centered in a spirit of safety, dignity, and respect at all times for your goals and needs.
My areas of expertise include marriage, couples, relationship issues, grief, divorce/separation, family of origin dysfunction, incest, women's support issues.
The relationship between therapist and client is unique. Time spent together is purposefully structured to support that uniqueness and establish a framework and rhythm for working. Our work together will be centered in a spirit of safety, dignity, and respect at all times for your goals and needs.
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Jennifer Vega
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85020
Not accepting new clients
Quality relationships improve our life and create meaning. What is more important in life than family and friends? Everyone struggles from time to time to connect with others. To invest in the quality of your relationships through therapy is one of the best investments you can make with a return that lasts a lifetime. Whether it is coping with high school, college, career, marriage, welcoming a new baby, or adjusting to retirement, or grief and loss, therapy can help identify ways to improve and connect. When we experience trauma, we may also struggle to find our voice and therapy can help.
Quality relationships improve our life and create meaning. What is more important in life than family and friends? Everyone struggles from time to time to connect with others. To invest in the quality of your relationships through therapy is one of the best investments you can make with a return that lasts a lifetime. Whether it is coping with high school, college, career, marriage, welcoming a new baby, or adjusting to retirement, or grief and loss, therapy can help identify ways to improve and connect. When we experience trauma, we may also struggle to find our voice and therapy can help.
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Hi! I'm Kiara, a Mental Health Counselor at Evolve Counseling. Thank you for considering me to be a part of your or your family's healing journey! I specialize in supporting women & teens healing from complex trauma, attachment trauma, & generational trauma, while also strengthening relationships with themselves, others, & their world. I am equally passionate about using parent-child & attachment-based therapy, empowering parents to connect with their children & help their children heal from childhood issues. My goal is to provide a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, & supported as you navigate your path to healing.
Hi! I'm Kiara, a Mental Health Counselor at Evolve Counseling. Thank you for considering me to be a part of your or your family's healing journey! I specialize in supporting women & teens healing from complex trauma, attachment trauma, & generational trauma, while also strengthening relationships with themselves, others, & their world. I am equally passionate about using parent-child & attachment-based therapy, empowering parents to connect with their children & help their children heal from childhood issues. My goal is to provide a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, & supported as you navigate your path to healing.
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Erin Tarkington
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Erin Tarkington is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) with a mission to strengthen and nurture couple and family relationships. Specializing in creating a positive emotional culture, fostering a warm and comfortable environment, and providing non-judgmental space for thoughts and feelings, Erin strives to help couples and families flourish in connection, communication, and partnership.
Erin Tarkington is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) with a mission to strengthen and nurture couple and family relationships. Specializing in creating a positive emotional culture, fostering a warm and comfortable environment, and providing non-judgmental space for thoughts and feelings, Erin strives to help couples and families flourish in connection, communication, and partnership.
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Mike specializes in marriage, family, individual and adolescent counseling. He uses the Gottman Method for couple's therapy, Systems Theory for family therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for adult individuals and adolescents. His Christian background gives him a heartfelt desire to help people heal. Mike's compassion, encouragement and enthusiasm allow him to relate to individuals in a way that helps affect positive change in their lives. Visit Mike's blog to read more about marriage and family counseling.
Mike specializes in marriage, family, individual and adolescent counseling. He uses the Gottman Method for couple's therapy, Systems Theory for family therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for adult individuals and adolescents. His Christian background gives him a heartfelt desire to help people heal. Mike's compassion, encouragement and enthusiasm allow him to relate to individuals in a way that helps affect positive change in their lives. Visit Mike's blog to read more about marriage and family counseling.
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Camelback Counseling - Adriana Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016 (Online Only)
Having self-doubt, putting others' needs before your own, feeling torn between your family expectations and what you want, or not knowing how to set boundaries to take care of yourself are all common experiences Latino/a/x go through.
Have you ever looked around the room and thought, “I do not belong here”, “I am not good enough”, or “I do not know how to get through this”? Perhaps these thoughts come up in your work, relationships, parenting, or everyday life situations. Maybe growing up in an immigrant family or being an immigrant yourself, you were pushed to be better, do better, or do more while feeling the weight of your family, culture and society. Sometimes those expectations could even feel conflicting. Despite life lessons and resiliency that shaped your life, you may feel like something is still missing or some of those thoughts continue bothering you.
Having self-doubt, putting others' needs before your own, feeling torn between your family expectations and what you want, or not knowing how to set boundaries to take care of yourself are all common experiences Latino/a/x go through.
Have you ever looked around the room and thought, “I do not belong here”, “I am not good enough”, or “I do not know how to get through this”? Perhaps these thoughts come up in your work, relationships, parenting, or everyday life situations. Maybe growing up in an immigrant family or being an immigrant yourself, you were pushed to be better, do better, or do more while feeling the weight of your family, culture and society. Sometimes those expectations could even feel conflicting. Despite life lessons and resiliency that shaped your life, you may feel like something is still missing or some of those thoughts continue bothering you.
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Let's discover what might be holding you back! Maybe it's learning to set healthy boundaries, dealing with family dysfunction, dealing with abuse or attachment issues.
I specialize in meeting my clients where they are in their journey Everyone has their own unique story and I take the time to listen and work with you to help you discover how to live your best life! I became a counselor to understand the topic of addiction, with its capacity to destroy lives and relationships, and to encourage people to turn their life around and live with purpose and meaning. I've worked passionately alongside clients and their families at different programs in the Valley and have extensive experience helping people live an authentic, meaningful life and I can help you too!
Let's discover what might be holding you back! Maybe it's learning to set healthy boundaries, dealing with family dysfunction, dealing with abuse or attachment issues.
I specialize in meeting my clients where they are in their journey Everyone has their own unique story and I take the time to listen and work with you to help you discover how to live your best life! I became a counselor to understand the topic of addiction, with its capacity to destroy lives and relationships, and to encourage people to turn their life around and live with purpose and meaning. I've worked passionately alongside clients and their families at different programs in the Valley and have extensive experience helping people live an authentic, meaningful life and I can help you too!
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La Consejera
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I provide evaluation services for a variety of issues within family, criminal, and juvenile court matters.
I am a licensed psychologist based in Phoenix, specializing in diagnostic and forensic psychological assessments. My forensic experiences include evaluations for both family and criminal court, addressing issues such as violence risk, competency, child custody, insanity, diagnostic clarification, and pre-sentence evaluations. I have experience working in inpatient, private practice, and correctional psychology settings.
I provide evaluation services for a variety of issues within family, criminal, and juvenile court matters.
I am a licensed psychologist based in Phoenix, specializing in diagnostic and forensic psychological assessments. My forensic experiences include evaluations for both family and criminal court, addressing issues such as violence risk, competency, child custody, insanity, diagnostic clarification, and pre-sentence evaluations. I have experience working in inpatient, private practice, and correctional psychology settings.
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I view counseling as an opportunity to partner with my clients on their journey towards positive change and achievement of emotional/mental health. In my practice I enjoy working with adults individually. I specialize in trauma treatment and engage Prolonged exposure which has successfully alleviated trauma symptoms for many of my clients. I also utilize interpersonal family systems, and attachment theory in order to help clients learn more about themselves than they ever have. We will create skills and process together, to alleviate any disrupting symptoms of depression and anxiety. I am offering in person and virtual sessions.
I view counseling as an opportunity to partner with my clients on their journey towards positive change and achievement of emotional/mental health. In my practice I enjoy working with adults individually. I specialize in trauma treatment and engage Prolonged exposure which has successfully alleviated trauma symptoms for many of my clients. I also utilize interpersonal family systems, and attachment theory in order to help clients learn more about themselves than they ever have. We will create skills and process together, to alleviate any disrupting symptoms of depression and anxiety. I am offering in person and virtual sessions.
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I work through a compassionate and individualized approach to treatment that recognizes the intricacy of each individual's and family’s experiences.
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
I work through a compassionate and individualized approach to treatment that recognizes the intricacy of each individual's and family’s experiences.
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
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At Evolve Counseling, Haley works with a diverse client base, providing therapy both in-person and via Telehealth under the supervision of licensed professionals. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and incorporates a mindfulness-based approach with her clients. Haley is most passionate about working with victims of narcissistic abuse, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and teens experiencing family/peer conflict. She also enjoys helping those who struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, and body image/self-esteem issues. Above all else, Haley prioritizes maintaining a safe space for anyone seeking therapy.
At Evolve Counseling, Haley works with a diverse client base, providing therapy both in-person and via Telehealth under the supervision of licensed professionals. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and incorporates a mindfulness-based approach with her clients. Haley is most passionate about working with victims of narcissistic abuse, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and teens experiencing family/peer conflict. She also enjoys helping those who struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, and body image/self-esteem issues. Above all else, Haley prioritizes maintaining a safe space for anyone seeking therapy.
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Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85014
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I seek to provide a comfortable and nonjudgmental environment to work through life’s challenges. I offer support to individuals, couples, and families by promoting vulnerability, healing and connection. I utilize evidence based approaches that are clinically shown to improve relationships. Through a comprehensive assessment, I seek to understand how personal experiences, family history, culture, spirituality, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, race, life stage, and relationship patterns influence well being and current challenges.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I seek to provide a comfortable and nonjudgmental environment to work through life’s challenges. I offer support to individuals, couples, and families by promoting vulnerability, healing and connection. I utilize evidence based approaches that are clinically shown to improve relationships. Through a comprehensive assessment, I seek to understand how personal experiences, family history, culture, spirituality, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, race, life stage, and relationship patterns influence well being and current challenges.
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Ashley Keunhye Park
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85012
Are you finding yourself lost or overwhelmed trying to navigate a difficult relationship? Perhaps the dynamics in your relationship or family are not working, causing feelings of loneliness, confusion and even hurt. As a marriage and family therapist, I have a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families find healing within their context and family dynamic. I believe therapy is the process of returning the individual, couple, and family back into their state of beauty and joy. I work with children, adolescents and adults.
Are you finding yourself lost or overwhelmed trying to navigate a difficult relationship? Perhaps the dynamics in your relationship or family are not working, causing feelings of loneliness, confusion and even hurt. As a marriage and family therapist, I have a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families find healing within their context and family dynamic. I believe therapy is the process of returning the individual, couple, and family back into their state of beauty and joy. I work with children, adolescents and adults.
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At North Pointe Services, we believe no individual or family should go through difficult situations alone. We are here to offer you support in times of crisis, to understand and advocate for your needs, help you recognize your strengths, and provide real solutions to real issues. We provide encouragement and skill building to parents of children and teens that are struggling with emotional/behavioral difficulties. We also support adult individuals who are on their journey towards living their best lives.
At North Pointe Services, we believe no individual or family should go through difficult situations alone. We are here to offer you support in times of crisis, to understand and advocate for your needs, help you recognize your strengths, and provide real solutions to real issues. We provide encouragement and skill building to parents of children and teens that are struggling with emotional/behavioral difficulties. We also support adult individuals who are on their journey towards living their best lives.
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Nicky Langbaum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85013
With over 15 years experience, my passion is creating a safe space for you to explore your conscious and unconscious mind and be able to talk about things you might not be able to talk about in other areas of your life. I believe that both a collaborative and compassionate approach is fertile ground for personal growth. I work with you as a whole individual encompassing mind, body and spirit. I am trained in Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness practices, amongst other evidence-based modalities.
With over 15 years experience, my passion is creating a safe space for you to explore your conscious and unconscious mind and be able to talk about things you might not be able to talk about in other areas of your life. I believe that both a collaborative and compassionate approach is fertile ground for personal growth. I work with you as a whole individual encompassing mind, body and spirit. I am trained in Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness practices, amongst other evidence-based modalities.
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Heartful Solutions for Families
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85014
Waitlist for new clients
Weekend and afternoon/evening appointments. I offer family and individual therapy for children ages 2 to 12 using child-friendly tools: Play therapy, Sand Tray, Expressive Arts, EMDR, Somatic Therapy. Rhythmic Movement and Mindfulness training. Whether you are seeking help for common childhood concerns, learning, and attention problems, or more traumatic life events, my playful approach will help your child connect emotionally, learn new behaviors, communicate and navigate through times of change.
Weekend and afternoon/evening appointments. I offer family and individual therapy for children ages 2 to 12 using child-friendly tools: Play therapy, Sand Tray, Expressive Arts, EMDR, Somatic Therapy. Rhythmic Movement and Mindfulness training. Whether you are seeking help for common childhood concerns, learning, and attention problems, or more traumatic life events, my playful approach will help your child connect emotionally, learn new behaviors, communicate and navigate through times of change.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.