Gretchen Herndon

LPC, 19 years of experience
Rated 5.0 stars out of 526 ratings
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Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona. I received my master's degree from Northern Arizona University and have been practicing for 18 years. I help individuals with trauma, depression or anxiety reduce symptoms through the community mental health system. I am currently working on my doctorate degree in order to assist patients with chronic medical conditions. I want to help my patients achieve their identified goals to improve their lives!

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In the first session, we will have brief introductions, and I will assess what concerns you the most in order to create a plan to meet your goals.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I have worked in community mental health for years and gained experience with a variety of patients. This has given me the opportunity to gain experience in helping patients meet their goals through a variety of counseling strategies.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work with individuals with trauma, depression, or anxiety with symptom reduction and ability to manage symptoms long-term.

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Location
Offers in-person in 1310 Smithson Dr, Holbrook, AZ 86025Virtual
My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I have utilized CBT for depression and anxiety. I have used it with sexual addiction and other addictive disorders.

Mind-body approach

Many individuals experience somatic conditions and the use of mind-body approach helps reduce somatic symptoms.

EMDR

I have used this modality for brief traumas as well as with individuals with significant trauma.

Eclectic

I use the therapeutic approach that is the most effective for the patient's needs.

Solution Focused Brief Treatment

I use solution focused therapy in EAP sessions to help patients complete the issue that brought them to therapy.

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 26 ratings

6 ratings with written reviews

December 3, 2025

Gretchen is wonderful and knows how to communicate well.

Verified client, age 18-24
Review shared after session 1 with Gretchen

December 3, 2025

She’s very compassionate, knows her stuff and we already have a plan on how to help out on my triggers

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 1 with Gretchen

November 24, 2025

I appreciate Gretchen for being so patient and helpful. She is very warm and easy to talk to.

Verified client, age 18-24
Review shared after session 1 with Gretchen