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You may look like you are holding everything together while feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted underneath. I work with adults navigating trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance use and recovery, co-occurring concerns, and difficult life transitions.

With 19 years of behavioral health experience, I bring extensive experience in addiction and recovery and am trained in EMDR through the Francine Shapiro EMDR Institute. I understand that people are more than a diagnosis and that the ways we learn to cope often make sense in the context of what we have lived through—even when those same patterns are no longer helping us today.

My style is warm, genuine, and direct. I offer a nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard while also doing meaningful work toward change. I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach, and I tailor therapy to your needs, goals, strengths, and readiness.

I offer IN-PERSON APPOINTMENTS in Goodyear, Arizona, serving the West Valley, as well as virtual therapy throughout Arizona, Wisconsin, Colorado, Michigan, Florida, and New Jersey.

Are you ready to feel better, be heard, and shine like the sun? It's time to get unstuck! If so, even if you are not sure how that's possible, I am here to let you be you and help you to grow. I have had the beautiful privilege for over 10 years of supporting individuals, families, couples, and teens live a more fulfilling, as well as peaceful, life. All topics are welcomed and a more beautiful life might be closer than you think. A free 15 minute phone call is welcomed.

I offer H.O.P.E. to everyone that I work with: Honesty, Openness, Patience, & Empathy.

From day one my goal is to help you feel supported and cared about. I am here to give you a voice and use your session the way you wish. There is no right or wrong.

I offer a pressure-free zone and help you to explore options in a neutral way.

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With over four decades of experience as a Licensed Psychologist, I bring a broad and varied experience to the therapeutic relationship. I have studied and utilized many theoretical outlooks and techniques and believe strongly in shaping methodology around the needs of my clients rather than attempting to mold the clients into theoretical formulations.

I am a clinical social worker who provides therapy to individual adults from diverse backgrounds. I have over 10 years of counseling experience dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, existential issues, and more. Utilizing concepts from various modalities, I use an eclectic approach to help each client reach their goals.

Hi, I’m Doreen Pontius, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 23 years of experience. I have advanced degrees in Psychology and Social Work, and my doctorate focused on how Mindfulness can help people connect with themselves. I provide a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard, and together we’ll explore your strengths, set meaningful goals, and work at your pace in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

Welcome! I specialize in pediatric and adult eating disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, managing chronic illness, working with creatives, ADHD, parenting struggles and perinatal mood disorders. I have over 20 years of experience treating mental health disorders using the most effective kinds of treatment in a variety of different settings and a background in creative arts therapy.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of New Jersey. I have experience providing individual and group therapy to adults in an array of settings such as Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient/Partial Hospitalization Programs, and residential settings. Additionally, I have experience providing therapy to at-risk youth and adolescents through Intensive In-Community work as well as Intensive Outpatient/Partial Hospitalization Programs.

I’m a therapist who believes therapy should feel supportive, practical, and human. I work with people who feel lost—whether that shows up as uncertainty, disconnection, chaos, or a sense of not quite fitting in your own life. Together, we create space to slow down, make sense of and manage challenges in your life whether that’s in men’s issues (such as communication, emotional expression, identity, relationship & societal expectations), women’s issues (such as people-pleasing, boundaries, self-worth, life transitions, expectations from others), relationships, parenting, career changes, and patterns of self-defeating choices. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, with a focus on building self-acceptance, clarity, and trust in yourself as you find your way forward.

I have experience working with adults and teens navigating mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, ADHD, as well as substance use and recovery. I use evidence-based approaches to help clients build insight, develop coping skills, and create meaningful change. I believe in humor and humanity in the therapy space as our therapeutic relationship is essential to making things work!

My goals for treatment are to help clients gain greater insight into their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors; develop healthy coping strategies; strengthen self-esteem and self-awareness; improve relationships; and build the skills and confidence needed to create meaningful and lasting change.