Each individual possesses the tools and skills necessary to thrive in life, but these skills need to be identified and honed in order to be put to use and effective. My approach to psychotherapy is to focus on strengths and build resilience as we address problems of living. Life is hard and together we can be brave. My treatment approach is based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy). My primary focus is holistic care, recognizing and treating the whole person. I have spent over 12 years working as a mental health provider in the medical setting, dealing with life and death situations that affect my patients and their families. This work has allowed me to be present for the full range of human experience and recognize the strengths that each individual possesses. I have a background in philosophy, which informs my perspective on the challenges that people face and ways to resolve problems. In addition i have specialized experience working with LGBTI+ individuals. I live in Phoenix and am a licensed psychotherapist in private practice in CA, AZ, and VA.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In the first session, we will review the reasons that you are coming to therapy and the expectations that you have. We will see how our approaches align and decide how we can work together moving forward.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I have specialized experience with health issues, such as GI disorders, end stage organ failure, and cancer diagnoses. For the last year, I have been working with transgender individuals as they navigate finding gender affirming medical and behavioral healthcare. Within these realms there is a lot of grief and loss over functioning, as well as anxiety about the future. While i do not work with couples and families, i am able to speak to the impact that these (and other) problems have on the whole family system.

About Jodi Mincemoyer