Aetna Therapists in Arizona

Accessing therapy covered by Aetna insurance can simplify and reduce the cost of therapy, helping you find therapist that fits your budget. With 266 verified therapists in Arizona accepting Aetna, you can choose from therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy to address concerns like anxiety, depression, or major life changes. Each Grow Therapy-verified provider listed below is open to new clients and has upcoming availability, making it easier to connect with a therapist who meets your needs within the scope of your Aetna plan.

Availability updated: 8/11/2026

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
+5
Hi there! I’m Julie, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona with 30 years of experience working in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. Whether you're struggling with persistent worry or intrusive thoughts, coping with difficult life transitions, or feeling disconnected from yourself and others, I provide compassionate support tailored to your unique needs.
Available

Often rebooked

Warm
Intelligent
Authentic

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Substance Misuse
+10
Hi! I’m Renee. I’m a clinically licensed social worker, but more importantly, I’m someone who believes that no matter how stuck or heavy things feel right now, you already possess the inner tools to heal. My path to this work was driven by a deep value for human resilience; I’ve always been drawn to the stories we tell ourselves and how, with the right support, we can rewrite them. In our sessions, you won't feel like a case file or a list of symptoms. Clients often tell me after our first meeting that they finally felt heard—not just listened to. I aim to create a space that feels like a deep breath: safe, non-judgmental, and focused entirely on you. While I use trauma-informed and cognitive-based tools, I don't just "apply" them to you. Instead, we work together to uncover your existing strengths and use them as the foundation for your recovery. I view the healing process as a collaborative journey of empowerment. It isn’t about "fixing" what’s broken, but about reclaiming the parts of yourself that may have been lost to life’s challenges. My approach is warm and direct; I’m here to be your guide and your loudest cheerleader as you transform. Outside of the therapy room, I carry these same values of authenticity and connection into my own life, believing that we are all constantly growing. I would be honored to walk alongside you as you discover just how capable of healing you truly are.
VirtualAvailable
Solution oriented
Warm
Open-minded

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Personality Disorders
+3
I'm committed to helping individuals heal the emotional wounds created by trauma, chronic stress, abandonment, anxiety, relational pain, and survival-based coping patterns. Through trauma-focused therapy, emotional regulation work, and evidence-based treatment approaches, I support clients in developing emotional safety, self-compassion, healthy boundaries, and sustainable healing. I believe recovery is not about becoming a different person; it is about reconnecting with the parts of yourself that trauma taught you to abandon.
Available

New to Grow

Intelligent
Solution oriented

Specialties

First Responders/Healthcare Workers
Personality Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
+8
I'm a trauma therapist specializing in developmental and attachment trauma, as well as the cumulative toll of high-demand work — including the unique stressors first responders carry. Whether your wounds began in childhood or built up over years on the job, I use EMDR, EMDR 2.0, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy to treat trauma at its root, not just manage symptoms.
Offers in-person in Scottsdale, AZ - Accepting clients in AZAvailable

Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
+10
Hi, I’m a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), and I’ve been working with clients for over 10 years who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted and not sure where to start. I earned my Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. I’m also certified as a Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship struggles, career challenges, and major life transitions, especially when life feels like “too much” on the inside, even if you’re still managing on the outside. My goal is to provide a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and talk honestly without judgment or pressure. Together, we work to understand what’s keeping you stuck and build practical tools to help you feel more grounded, clear, and in control again. I offer therapy in both English and Spanish because feeling understood in your own language matters. Ofrezco terapia en inglés y español porque sentirse comprendido(a) en tu propio idioma es importante.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Intelligent
Solution oriented

Specialties

Couples Counseling
Grief
Self Esteem
+3
My name is Susan Charney MSW,LCSW with a diversified experiential backround. I work with those individuals ,couples and families that are compliant and realize that everyone can use some help at some point. It takes courage to realize help is needed. My job in the first session, is to be transparent and to establish trust.Thank you for choosing me as your therapist.Therapy is most effective when it is active, collaborative, and focused on meaningful change. In my work, clients are supported in exploring what is and isn’t working in their lives and relationships, while also developing practical strategies they can use day to day. Sessions are engaging and interactive, with thoughtful questions, feedback, and guidance designed to help move things forward in a clear and purposeful way. With more than 25 years of experience, support is offered to individuals and couples navigating relationship challenges, family conflict, grief and loss, anxiety, life transitions and , traumas. Couples and families are helped to recognize unhelpful patterns, improve communication, rebuild trust, and develop healthier ways of resolving conflict. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is an important foundation, however, care is tailored to each person and situation rather than relying on a single approach. The focus is not only on understanding the roots of a concern, but also on identifying concrete steps that can lead to improvement in daily life and relationships. Experience also includes work with individuals facing extraordinary stress, trauma, grief, and crisis, including those impacted by events such as September 11, care provided at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, frontline healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, and individuals affected by the war in Israel. These experiences have reinforced the importance of meeting people where they are, offering nonjudgmental support, and helping them find practical ways forward during some of life’s most challenging moments.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Couples Counseling
+10
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Arizona. I received my Masters from Arizona State University and have been practicing for 6 years. I also specialize in communication skills and have a background in couple's therapy. I help clients to identify emotions and aspects of personal identity. My goal is to assist clients in discovering healthier coping skills and realistic ways to navigate stressful situations.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Direct
Solution oriented

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
+8
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma, anxiety, emotional regulation, and life transitions. With over 25 years of experience, my work is grounded in evidence‐based practice, (CBT, DBT, ACT) with a deep commitment to creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and build meaningful change. I support both men and women who are navigating stress, relationship challenges, identity shifts, burnout, and the lingering impact of past trauma.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Intelligent

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Grief
+6
Currently accepting new clients with openings this week. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults seeking support for anxiety, grief, life transitions, self esteem, loss of a beloved pet, and substance use concerns. I bring experience working working in an intensive outpatient setting and use a collaborative, supportive approach that integrates CBT, mindfulness, and trauma informed care to help clients build insight, strenthen coping skills, and emotional resilience. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and encouraged as they work toward healing and personal growth.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Empowering
Solution oriented

Specialties

Career Counseling
Depression
Men's Issues
+4
My approach to therapy is structured, practical, and focused on real-world results. I use evidence-based methods such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to help clients understand their patterns, manage emotions, and develop skills they can apply immediately in their daily lives. I work collaboratively with clients to identify clear goals and build a straightforward path forward. Sessions are focused and purposeful, balancing insight with action—helping you not only understand what’s going on beneath the surface, but also what to do about it. I tend to be direct and honest, while maintaining a supportive and respectful environment. I often work with individuals, particularly men, who are navigating stress, anxiety, life transitions, and the demands of work and family. My goal is to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and move forward with confidence and direction.
Available
Authentic
Warm
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
+5
Are you ready to be happy, content and in love with yourself? I am here to help you achieve your goals as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have a bachelors degree in Kinesiology, of which is the study of human movement (sports medicine) from the University of Washington. I also have a Masters degree in Psychology from Antioch University Seattle, WA. My additional credentials include the following: certified clinical supervisor, minority mental health specialist, and certified grief recovery counselor. I’m passionate about providing quality mental health care to my clients. My approach to treatment is typically eclectic, I do not have a specific methodology because I feel clients are multifaceted and several modalities may be required. My key component is trust, after establishing trust in the therapeutic relationship, challenging ineffective beliefs and behaviors evolve organically.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Solution oriented
Warm

Specialties

Couples Counseling
Men's Issues
Trauma and PTSD
+2
I am a licensed clinical social worker who provides therapy that focuses on feelings, emotions, trauma, communication, and empathy. I believe healing is needed for every one of us, in order to heal we must work from the inside to the outside. It is my home that you will allow to assist in your journey to wellness, hope, closure, and healing.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Authentic
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Self Esteem
+2
I am licensed in Hawai'i, Arizona, Connecticut and Washington DC with over 30 years of professional work experience. I've been highly effective in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. I believe you are the expert of your story and you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! www.crystalscurr.com
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Grief
Perinatal Mental Health
+10
Greetings! I have been in the mental health field for about 20 years in various capacities and more recently dedicated as a therapist for almost the last 7 years. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that has primarily served Arizona communities. My earlier training has prepared me for work with young children and families who have experienced trauma. I have also served adults, young to middle- age addressing college and career related challenges and also in supporting older adult needs such as navigating life transitions, parent-child relationships, estrangement and relationship conflict. I also focus on anxiety, depression, grief, chronic medical needs/illness, such as caregiver fatigue, dementia/Alzheimer's, terminal illness, and women's health (from pregnancy to women's medical needs in older adults).
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
+6
Hello! am a licensed professional counselor in Arizona with over 25 years of experience supporting adults, seniors, and diverse populations. I offer a collaborative, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and empowered, drawing on CBT, mindfulness, interpersonal therapy, and positive/strengths-based counseling to guide healing and meaningful change. I am passionate about helping people find peace, healing and new ways of interacting and relating with yourself and others. I would be honored to support you in your journey to find the version of yourself and the quality of life that you are wanting so that you can achieve your goals and move forward with confidence.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+5
Greetings ! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Arizona. I received my Master of Arts in Counseling from Ottawa University and have been practicing for 13 years. I majored in the treatment of Trauma, Abuse, and Deprivation to facilitate adults challenged with post- traumatic stress, anxiety , and depression by teaching them coping skills and healthy alternative approaches to self-defeating behaviors to help improve their quality of life.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Open-minded
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
Depression
+9
Hello, my name is Esmeralda, I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and an art therapist (ATR-P). I have been working in the mental health field for about nine years. I am bilingual and can offer services in Spanish, I am Hispanic/Latino and have worked with many clients from all backgrounds and walks of life. In my practice my values align with compassion, trust, empathy, growth, open-mindedness, and authenticity.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
+7
I am a licensed professional counselor with experience working with mental health, trauma, addiction, grief, and couples counseling. I am here to walk alongside you and see the world as you see it. I believe that with support, people can change their beliefs, thoughts, and behaviors in order to live productively and joyfully. It is my hope to build trust in a therapeutic relationship by providing safe and nonjudgmental therapy. My desire is for you to feel comfortable in relating your goals and needs. I will collaborate with you in understanding what will work best for you to reach those goals and get your needs met. Through knowledge, encouragement, support, and relationship, I will help you reach your full potential.
VirtualAvailable
Solution oriented
Authentic
Warm

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Embarking on a journey of self-improvement can be daunting. I am dedicated to employing a range of tools and techniques to assist you in overcoming life's obstacles, developing new skills, and enhancing your self-confidence. Being a therapist is both a profound responsibility and a privilege. The role demands a deep sense of empathy, patience, and an unwavering commitment to the well-being of others. Therapists must navigate the intricate landscapes of human emotion and behavior, providing a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. I employ a range of techniques and therapeutic modalities tailored to each individual's unique needs, constantly adapting and learning. Beyond the technical skills, the essence of therapy lies in the genuine connection and trust that forms between therapist and client, fostering a journey toward healing and personal growth.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Open-minded
Authentic

Specialties

Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Grief
+9
My name is John Kowite, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arizona. I have over six years of experience supporting clients with anxiety, ADHD, autism, addiction and dual diagnosis, with specialized training working with couples and neurodiverse clients. I strive to create a nonjudgmental space, incorporating mindfulness and creative expression in my work with clients, to help them name and acknowledge their feelings and experiences, heal and feel better.
VirtualAvailable
Humorous
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Grief
+9
Hello! I'm Erica, and with over 10 years of experience, I'm here to guide and support you throughout your healing journey. Whether you're navigating grief, dealing with anxiety, or exploring your identity, my approach is about understanding you as you are—there’s nothing inherently wrong with you! Together, we'll focus on retraining thought patterns and building new neural pathways to help you move through life’s stressors with greater ease. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. Our work together will involve a variety of exercises, techniques, and assignments tailored to your unique needs, helping you feel better and more grounded faster. My specialties include depression, anxiety, life transitions, gender identity, stress, trauma, and grief, among others. Think of our sessions as a partnership where you have the space to explore, heal, and grow, with my support. I'm committed to helping you find clarity and direction and Invite you to reach out and book a session through my website. I look forward to the possibility of working together!
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Depression
+4
I'm a licensed professional counselor and licensed mental health counselor, and I'm here to support you through life's challenges- whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, difficult relationships, or the lasting effects of childhood trauma or dysfunction. My style is warm, compassionate, and solution-focused. I believe healing begins when we feel truly seen and heard, so in our sessions, you can expect a safe space where your story is honored without judgment. Together, we'll explore what's been holding you back and begin taking real steps toward positive change.
Available
Solution oriented
Authentic
Open-minded

Specialties

ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
+10
Hello! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 18 years of experience serving individuals in Indiana. My Master's degree from Northern Illinois University provided a strong foundation for the diverse therapeutic strategies and models I use to help clients navigate complex relationship challenges. I focus on thorough assessments, accurate diagnoses, and the development of tailored solutions to foster improved communication, emotional well-being, and overall functioning for everyone I work with.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
+10
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is currently licensed in Arizona, Tennessee and South Dakota. I have worked with a variety of men, women, and adolescents over the last ten years. My intent is to always meet people exactly where they are at and help them overcome the challenges that life has given them. I truly believe that every person who I work with has a unique set of strengths, and by using those strengths the person has the ability within themselves to persevere.
VirtualAvailable
Solution oriented
Empowering
Authentic

Specialties

Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Depression
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been in the mental health field since 2014. Throughout my journey in this field, I realized that utilizing a variety of therapeutic approaches is necessary to ensure an individual's success in reaching their goals. When providing counseling, guidance and education to the individuals I serve, I believe it is essential to be empathetic, respectful, culturally aware and to always acknowledge an individual's preferences when it comes to their treatment. I am family oriented and recognize the importance of having a support system to rely on. Being part of an individual's healing and success is a privilege and has always brought me self fulfillment.
Available
Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
+10
I specialize in helping children, adolescents & families, couples, adults of all ages, including the elderly, bereavement services as well first responders and veterans. I help individuals heal from trauma, depression, anxiety and mood disorders as well. My work helps individuals reconnect with their inner resilience & sense of purpose. I am also trained in trauma informed Yoga, which has influenced, my somatic approach to therapy.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Humorous
Intelligent

Specialties

ADHD
Anxiety
Insomnia/Sleep Issues
+2
Feeling overwhelmed trying to keep your thoughts, sleep, and day-to-day life on track? A racing mind and exhausted body feed each other — anxiety keeps you up at night, and sleepless nights make everything harder to manage the next day. Difficulty concentrating can make it worse: tasks pile up, focus slips, and you start to wonder why you can't just keep up like everyone else seems to. It can feel isolating, especially when you look like you have it together on the outside. You might start questioning your abilities, your relationships, even who you are underneath all the managing. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor providing individual therapy for adults navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, ADHD and insomnia. My work is grounded in therapies with real research behind them — always shaped around who you are, what matters to you, and where you've come from. I look at what's actually driving your patterns, not just the symptoms — so the changes we make together actually last. I am a Certified Clinical Provider for ADHD, with specialized training in the assessment and treatment of ADHD and executive functioning challenges. In addition, I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), allowing me to provide specialized treatment for individuals struggling with chronic insomnia and sleep-related concerns.
Available
Direct
Empowering
Open-minded

Specialties

Anxiety
Grief
Trauma and PTSD
+2
Ready to break free from the weight of trauma, anxiety, or overwhelming grief? If self-doubt, social anxiety, or past pain have kept you stuck, EMDR therapy offers a proven path to lasting healing and growth. Together, we’ll work to release emotional barriers so you can reclaim your peace, purpose, and power. In a safe, compassionate space, I provide personalized care tailored to your unique journey. Using EMDR, we’ll address unresolved trauma, ease anxiety, and bring lasting relief from emotional pain. My mission is to support your growth, clarity, and confidence so you can step into a life of freedom and fulfillment. Your healing journey starts here — let’s take the first step together.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
Depression
+10
You may look like you’re holding it together on the outside, but inside you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck. Maybe stress and anxiety have become your normal, your relationships feel harder than they should, or you’re carrying things from the past that still affect you today. I’m Daed, a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Arizona with over 13 years of experience helping children, teens, adults, and families navigate life’s challenges. I provide a warm, supportive, and real space where you can talk openly, feel understood, and start making meaningful changes at your own pace. Therapy with me is about helping you feel lighter, more grounded, and more connected to yourself and the people around you.
Available
Authentic
Warm
Solution oriented

Specialties

Couples Counseling
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
+3
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing for 12 years and have life experience, in the transitions we all sustain, such as dating, marriage, careers, having children, family issues, trauma, illness, chronic pain etc. I specialize in managing the stressors of life, past traumas, and how this effects relationships. My passion is the support and management of great mental health for adults of all ages.
VirtualOffers in-person in Mesa, AZ - Accepting clients in AZAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Authentic

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+9
Hello, Thank you for reviewing my profile. Briefly; I am Licensed Naturopathic Doctor, a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor I work with adult professional women dealing with anxiety, depression, past unresolved trauma, grief, stress and relationship issues. My philosophy is that we need positive human beings in our lives, to 'see' us and bear witness to our lives. In order for us to be fully human, we need at least one supportive individual who validates the part of us that needs healing. We need meaningful experiences to help us navigate this journey called life. My training as a Naturopathic Doctor affords me a lens to also consider, incorporate and integrate diet & lifestyle practices for your overall well-being. So, if you are tired of being tired, anxious, sad, depressed and you're just going through the motions, feeling stuck in dysfunctional patterns that drain you; AND you are willing to do the work to get well, then you need skilled, compassionate support to help you get unstuck and get your life back on track, so that you can experience purposeful living. As our paths intersect her, I start with the intention that you to "prosper and be in health even as your soul prospers" 3 John 2.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Open-minded
Intelligent

Specialties

Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Self Esteem
+10
I’m a licensed professional counselor with over 12 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families in navigating emotional, relational, and life challenges. I take a mind-body-spirit approach to therapy, integrating evidence-based practices with a holistic focus that honors the connection between emotional well-being, physical awareness, and personal meaning. My work is grounded in creating a supportive, collaborative space where clients can build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward healing and balance in a way that aligns with their values and life goals.
Available
Open-minded
Warm
Authentic

Specialties

Coping Skills
Dissociative Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
+2
A little about me, I'm Shaunté owner of Thrive Health LLC. I'm a first-born Leo through and through, direct, warm, and not afraid to be a little bold. I've spent over a decade in community mental health here in Arizona. Everything I do is grounded in a trauma-informed lens, because I believe the things that trip us up usually aren't flaws, they're protections that made sense once, even if they don't anymore. My style is collaborative and goal-focused: this is your life we're working toward, and I'm here to help you get there.
VirtualAvailable
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Warm

Specialties

Anxiety
Men's Issues
Sex Addiction
+9
As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), I help men navigate the tension between high-demand careers and the challenges that can arise in their relationships and personal lives. If you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, disconnected from the people who matter most, or caught in unhealthy coping patterns, I provide a direct, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can better understand what's happening and create lasting change. Together, we'll identify the underlying issues driving these patterns, strengthen emotional awareness, rebuild trust and connection, and develop practical tools to help you live with greater integrity, purpose, and confidence.
Offers in-person in Prescott, AZ - Accepting clients in AZAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Grief
+9
My name is David, and I am an independently licensed therapist with 4 years of experience helping my clients navigate anxiety, stress, life transitions, depression, grief, and feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges. I understand that reaching out for therapy can be a difficult first step. My goal is to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable being yourself, explore what you are experiencing, and work toward meaningful change. Many of the individuals I work with are looking to better understand themselves, strengthen their coping skills, improve their relationships, and develop a clearer sense of direction. I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and I work alongside each client to identify their strengths while building practical tools that can be applied in everyday life. My approach is person-centered and draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and humanistic principles. Together, we will focus on creating realistic and lasting changes at a pace that feels comfortable and aligned with your goals.
Available
Warm
Solution oriented
Authentic

Specialties

Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
+6
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, and ongoing life stress. I believe therapy should feel steady and purposeful — a place where you can speak honestly about what’s heavy while also making meaningful progress. My style is calm, grounded, and direct. I listen carefully, ask thoughtful questions, and help you recognize patterns that may be keeping you stuck. Together, we explore both where those patterns began and how they’re affecting your relationships, work, and sense of self today. I integrate EMDR, CBT, and ACT to address the root of distress while also building practical skills for emotional regulation and clearer decision-making. I value depth, but I also value structure — therapy should not feel aimless. I tend to work well with people who hold a lot together for others yet quietly carry internal stress, self-doubt, or unresolved experiences. I believe you don’t have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. When someone is ready to look beneath the surface, not just manage symptoms but understand and shift what’s underneath, that’s where meaningful change begins.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Self Esteem
Coping Skills
+1
Hi, and welcome to First Step Therapy. I understand how hard it can be to take that first step toward healing and you don’t have to do it alone. I offer compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for adults dealing with anxiety, past experiences, and life challenges. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from evidence-based methods like CBT, DBT, and attachment theory. I’m here to provide a safe, supportive space where you feel heard and understood. Together, we’ll work toward healing and meaningful personal growth.
VirtualAvailable
Solution oriented
Warm
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Self Esteem
+10
Hi, I'm Lucas, and I'm really glad you're here. The searching can get annoying, trust me, I know. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 8 years of experience in addiction and mental health, including directing an Intensive Outpatient Program. I graduated from Arizona State University with a Master's in Social Work in 2023. I'm not the "perfect expert" type. I'd rather be the person in your corner who shows up fully, celebrates your progress, and says the hard things when they need to be said. I'm warm and genuine; I bring real energy to every session, yes, even through a screen, and I practice what I teach because mental health is something we all work at. Expect me to be direct, and don't be surprised if I send you home with "homework." Growth happens in the everyday moments, not just the hour we spend together. My job is simple: help you reconnect with your strengths, build real confidence, and move toward the life you actually want. You're worth that work. Let's get started.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Solution oriented
Warm
Intelligent

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+3
Hello, and congratulations on taking this step. Reaching out takes awareness, courage, and a real commitment to change — it requires to invite someone into your struggles. I've spent over 25 years working in behavioral health as a clinician, clinical supervisor, and clinical director. My career has taken me from a faith-based agency in New England to a community behavioral health center in northeastern Arizona, where I eventually led clinical services for 12 years, to providing counseling at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base — an experience that deepened my respect for military members and their families. I now own a private practice in Sahuarita, Arizona. My work focuses on helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions. I also welcome working with military veterans, people of faith, and individuals and families facing serious illness. In the spring of 2025, I was diagnosed with cancer. I have since completed treatment and am now cancer free — and that experience gave me a much deeper appreciation for what it means to face something that reshapes your world. I don't see therapy as simply treating a diagnosis. I see it as working with you as a whole person — your strengths, fears, hopes, values, pain, and goals. I'll listen carefully, but I'll also be active: helping you identify patterns, understand difficult thoughts and emotions, build coping skills, and take meaningful steps forward. I won't claim to be the expert on your life. My role is to walk alongside you and help guide the change process at a pace that feels respectful and manageable. For more about me and my practice, visit ottotherapyandwellness.com.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Authentic
Warm
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Parenting
+3
I have been in the psychology field for over 20 years now. I love what I do and helping every client become successful. The relationship between the client(s) and myself is important in achieving the goals we set together. How our past experiences have influenced our current lives is a key issue. I feel that support systems in our daily lives are important to examine. The issues of separation, loss, freedom, dependence and independence are crucial to examine as one leaves home and parental influences. I work with individuals, couples, teens and families. Every session is different because every client is different, as are their problems. I'll encourage you to talk and explore, in a structured way, your feelings and experiences. Whatever the technique or clinical approach, psychotherapy is not a magical cure, it is a process to help you find the capacity for improvement within yourself. Psychotherapy aims to help you gain insight into your difficulties or distress and enable you to find more appropriate ways of coping or bring about changes in your thinking and behavior. Psychotherapy involves exploring feelings, beliefs, thoughts and events, sometimes from childhood, in a structured way to help you do it safely. I have a website that has 16 courses on it for you to do self paced sessions. I also have book I wrote on that website. If you are interested in taking a look, just copy and paste the link into your search bar. Here is the website: https://amber-bersi-mft.mykajabi.com/
Available
Intelligent
Empowering
Warm

Specialties

Anxiety
Grief
Self Esteem
+1
Are you looking for a more joyous and purposeful life? I'm here to help! I believe you enter therapy already equipped for the transformation you seek. I use an integrative, yet empathetic approach, and am passionate about helping others find their purpose in life. I strive to make sure you feel heard by being fully present, reflective, and honest in our conversations. I believe that clear and direct communication creates the foundation for navigating life’s difficult moments with authenticity and connection.
Available
Authentic
Empowering
Solution oriented

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
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Seeking help for mental health can often feel overwhelming. My goal is to make your counseling experience a comfortable one. I am a bilingual, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Masters degree from Ottawa University and 8 years of experience working with youth and adults. I bring a unique perspective to my practice as I live successfully with ADHD, have 17 years of recovery from substance abuse, and a proud member of the LGBTQ+ family. Beyond my professional life, I am a father, a brother, a mentor to many youth, and a humble servant to my community. Buscar ayuda para la salud mental puede resultar abrumador. Mi objetivo es que su experiencia de terapia sea cómoda. Soy consejero profesional licenciado (LPC), con una maestría de la Universidad de Ottawa y 8 años de experiencia trabajando con jóvenes y adultos. Aporto una perspectiva única a mi práctica, ya que convivo con el TDAH, tengo 17 años de recuperación de la adicción a las drogas y soy un orgulloso miembro de la comunidad LGBTQ+. Además de mi vida profesional, soy padre, hermano, mentor de muchos jóvenes y un humilde servidor de mi comunidad.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Empowering
Intelligent

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Crisis Intervention
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Hey hey! I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker practicing in Arizona and Ohio. I strive to be effective in session, equip clients with practical skills, and make the most of our time together. My clinical practice is shaped not only by years of professional experience but also by my personal journey. I obtained my Master’s degree from the University of Cincinnati. Over the years, I’ve worked with a wide range of populations and communities—from providing counseling and case management, to supporting individuals who are HIV-positive or newly diagnosed, to working with homeless families, and offering emotional support to dialysis patients and others navigating medical conditions. I have provided therapy to individuals, couples, and groups working through challenges such as communication issues, trauma, self‑esteem, anxiety, and major life adjustments. My goal is to create a supportive, grounded, and collaborative space where clients feel empowered to grow at their own pace.
Available
Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Foster Care/Adoption
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
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Hello, my name is LaShunda. I am an independently licensed counselor. I have been in the helping field for over 30 years, and a therapist for over 11 of those years. I have started my own practice with a specialty of helping the "Wounded Healer", meaning that those of us who are always there for others, but do not take the time to heal for ourselves. I am called to help you.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Direct
Solution oriented

Specialties

Coping Skills
Personality Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
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Hi, I’m Patricia Samantha Bitar, a holistic EMDR therapist devoted to helping you reconnect with your emotional truth, inner wisdom, and personal peace. With a warm, grounded approach, I create nurturing spaces where healing becomes possible through insight, empathy, and clarity. I specialize in supporting people navigate burnout and emotional overwhelm. I combine practical tools with deep presence, offering more than just talk therapy. My work integrates trauma-informed care, somatic therapy, EMDR, CBT/DBT, mindfulness, and energy healing –helping you not just cope—but thrive. Whether you're working through grief, identity shifts, relationship wounds, or simply seeking a softer way of living—I’m here to walk beside you with empathy, insight, and care.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Intelligent
Direct

Specialties

Mood Disorders
Substance Misuse
Trauma and PTSD
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Hello!!! I'm John Ely--formally, John N. Ely, Ph.D., LPC--informally, "John" or "Doc". I'm an old man--76 years old--with a doctorate in counseling from Marquette University granted in 1980 and somewhat over forty years of experience as a therapy provider, supervisor, trainer and director. I retired from same about ten years ago but have continued since in a small, limited telepractice (I live in a very remote small community in Mammoth, AZ, a former mining town for what was then Phelps-Dodge and is now Freeport-McMorAn) which remains the main source of employment of its residents). I would best describe myself as a general practitioner but with somewhat of a specialty in assisting fellow human beings who are in distress, desire help reducing it and desire a collaborative partnership in doing so.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Direct
Solution oriented

Specialties

Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Trauma and PTSD
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My name is Jennifer and I've been a therapist for 15 years. I specialize in working with relationship and family issues, parenting, narcissistic abuse recovery, codependency, trauma, and complex PTSD. As a veteran with 15 years of military service I have a special passion for working with active military, veterans, and their families. In my free time, I am an avid traveler, hiker, and backpacker. I have a German Shepard who loves to join me in my adventures.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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I specialize in trauma, anxiety disorders, ADHD, autism, and developmental differences, helping people process painful experiences, regulate overwhelming emotions, and shift patterns that keep them feeling stuck. My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative—combining practical tools, honest conversations, and a little humor along the way. Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you’ve been carrying a lot on your own. I offer an inviting, non-judgmental space while also being real and direct when it’s helpful. You deserve support and real tools for change. If you’re considering therapy, I’d be glad to connect and see if we might be a good fit.
Available
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Anger Management
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I am a seasoned, supportive, and well experienced licensed mental health therapist, having worked in private practice for many years in AZ. I am an expert listener, and enjoy working with adults 18-older ages who are experiencing difficult symptoms associated with past or present life challenges that require intervention and processing in ways that may restore a greater life balance and well being.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Open-minded

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Grief
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I am a licensed therapist with more than 20 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance use, adjustment difficulty, identity development, trauma, suicidal/self-harm behaviors, relationship issues, religious and spirituality-related issues, aging, chronic pain, grief and loss, and major life transitions. I have successfully worked with teens, adolescents, and adults and have enjoyed working with these populations, in different settings: home, shelter, detention, and in college. I enjoy working with clients respectfully and compassionately while attending to their goals. I am an experienced telehealth and in-person provider. I have a Bachelor’s degree in philosophy, a Bachelor’s degree in Theology, a Master’s degree in Education, a Master’s degree in English, and a doctorate in Clinical Psychology. In addition to state licensure, I am a National Board-Certified Therapist. I was a recipient of an academic excellence award in graduate school and have had the opportunity to present a paper at a university conference-American Studies Association of Texas. I have also been a university keynote speaker on Spirituality and Counseling. I am eclectic in approach. These include the utilization of person-centered, choice therapy, existential psychology frameworks, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy, among others.
VirtualAvailable
Frequently asked questions

When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in Arizona. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across Arizona from Tucson to Mesa! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in Arizona.

Yes! If you use Aetna you’ll be asked to verify your Member ID at the time you book the appointment. However, if you don’t have Aetna you can select cash. Our therapists will have their cost of appointment on their profile. Individual session costs will vary.

The specialty filter is optional. You don’t need to check any boxes to see a provider. However, fit is very important when selecting an online therapist. If you have knowledge or experience to recognize what specialties you may need.

Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.

Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.