Therapists for Veterans in Arizona

Finding a therapist who truly understands the unique challenges faced by veterans and military families is crucial for effective mental health support. With 22 verified therapists in Arizona who specialize in working with veterans and their families, you can filter by therapy type (CBT, DBT, EMDR) and focus on issues like PTSD, anxiety, depression, and trauma to find a provider equipped to support those with military backgrounds. Each therapist listed is Grow Therapy-verified, familiar with the complexities of veteran life, currently welcoming new clients, and has availability within the next 30 days.

Availability updated: 7/16/2025

Brandon Chatfield

Brandon Chatfield, LPC - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$150/session
LPC
12 years of experience
Virtual
In-person
7373 E Doubletr...
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in Arizona. I received my Masters Degree from Ottawa University and have been practicing for 12 years. I help people overcome and manage anxiety and depression. I provide CBT tools that help positively impact people's lives. I also use current research in neuroscience to help people understand their mental experience and hopefully gain more literacy into what they are experiencing to empower change.

Eric Thiss

Eric Thiss, LPC - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

$85/session
LPC
6 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I'm Eric and I'm looking forward to meeting you! I graduated from Regent University in Virginia Beach with an M.A. in Clinical Counseling in 2015. My counseling philosophy is deeply rooted in a person-centered approach that meets individuals where they are in their personal journey. I Utilize a diverse range of therapeutic techniques—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Person-Centered Therapy and solution-focused strategies. This enables clients to explore their thoughts and emotions, develop coping skills, and ultimately discover their inner resilience. By guiding individuals toward holistic well-being, I empower clients to navigate life’s difficulties with confidence and strength, promoting lasting positive change in their life.

Paul Otto

(he/him)

Paul Otto, LMFT - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

$100/session
LMFT
25 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! Congratulations on taking this step toward living a happier and more meaningful life! It takes courage! I received a Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 1999 at Auburn University in Alabama and have been providing care ever since. I have worked as a full-time clinician, mentored and provided clinical supervision to new professionals and also oversaw a community behavioral health center for more than a decade as the clinical director. Currently, my full-time job is providing military and family life counseling at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson. I also have this small private practice. An important goal of mine is to help you feel comfortable and confident that counseling is a safe place. I operate from a position of compassion and empathy. Together we work through the issues you are struggling with. I do not take the stance that I'm the expert on your life but instead will guide you through the change process at your own pace and readiness.

Romeo Ballayan

(he/him)

Romeo Ballayan, LCSW - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$140/session
LCSW
5 years of experience
Virtual
The intention of services provided to present and future clients are to support them in navigating through the pain. The only way out is through. Not above, below, or around the pain but through it. The good news is you are not alone and don’t have to do it alone. Utilize the resources offered in this collaborative effort in creating the life (mind, body, & soul) you deserve.

Julie Bush

(she/her)

Julie Bush, LPC - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

$73/session
LPC
12 years of experience
Virtual
Are you struggling? I'm here to help you through the difficult times. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based out of Pennsylvania. I received a Bachelor's Degree from Penn State University and two Master's from Grand Canyon University. I have over 10 years experience working with Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety and Depression. I retired from the Army Reserves and I am a combat veteran. I help clients achieve their goals and be the best person they can be! I've worked in various settings and use my personal and professional experiences to help others. My schedule is flexible so if I don't have an open time slot that you prefer, let me know and we can work it out.

Courtney Dombrowski

Courtney Dombrowski, LPC - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$175/session
LPC
20 years of experience
Virtual
I create a space where you can show up—no pretense, no performance—just you. I don’t believe people are broken. The emotions and behaviors we judge ourselves for often started as survival strategies, ways we tried to protect ourselves from pain. Therapy with me is collaborative, candid, and built on trust. It’s not about fixing you—it’s about understanding yourself in a way that finally makes sense. With over 20 years of experience, I specialize in supporting clients through burnout, emotional dysregulation, and major life transitions. Many of the people I work with are high-functioning and deeply committed—to their work, their families, or their values—but feel like something inside is fraying. Therapy with me isn’t about performance. It’s about finding the space to set the armor down, even briefly, and begin asking: What do I actually need? What parts of me have I had to silence to survive? You don’t need to have it all figured out to begin. If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself, therapy can be where you start to lay the armor down and reconnect—with your values, your voice, and what truly matters. Growth isn’t about perfection; it’s about self-acceptance and clarity. Healing happens not through judgment, but through genuine understanding.

Sarah Anderson

(she/her)

Sarah Anderson, LCSW - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$150/session
LCSW
15 years of experience
Virtual
I am a licensed clinical social worker, independently licensed in Arizona with over 15 years of experience providing therapy to adolescents, adults, veterans, couples, and families. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including various types of trauma, depression, anxiety, self-harm, drug and alcohol struggles, relationship issues, life adjustment difficulties, low self-esteem and ADHD. I have also helped many people who have experienced thoughts of suicide and hopelessness. I believe that feeling safe, supported, and non-judged are essential in building a successful working relationship, and treating everyone with dignity, respect, and compassion. You are not a label. We will work together to develop a treatment plan that meets your specific goals and needs. My therapeutic style combines culturally sensitive and trauma-informed approaches using cognitive-behavioral therapy, EMDR, attachment-focused, psychodynamic, mindfulness, and narrative therapy.

Jeremy Pumphrey

Jeremy Pumphrey, LPC - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$120/session
LPC
15 years of experience
Virtual
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arizona. I received my Master degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University, graduating with distinction. With over 15 total years experience in behavioral health, I welcome the opportunity to work with you in your area of concern. I am here to guide, support, and empower you in your personal journey to conquer items such as trauma, anger management, anxiety, and depression. Additionally, I offer marriage and family therapy, assertiveness training, and threat those who struggle with any danger to self/other behaviors.

Debbie Fritts

Debbie Fritts, LPC - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$80/session
LPC
14 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, My name is Debbie! Do you ever feel the light has gone out and you are navigating alone and in the dark? Does life seem to have no meaning and purpose? Do you struggle to get out of bed? Has something happened in your life that has caused you to question yourself and everything around you? Find Hope Here – Let’s work together to find a brighter tomorrow. Life can be miserable at times but it shows great insight on your part to reach out for help. By doing this you have completed the first step. Being willing to accept, change, and adapt to your new situation, can be daunting and scary but I want to walk this journey with you. You are worth it and deserve a better life with consistency, growth and a little fun! I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with 14-plus years of counseling experience related to grief, trauma, depression, anxiety, and life transition related to postpartum depression, new careers, retirement, divorce, disabilities, and the aging process. Experience also includes building and maintaining relationships in a healthy way. I want to walk this journey with you providing empathy, education, and a non-judgmental safe place for you to share your thoughts and feelings. We will move at your pace because we cannot rush grief. Thank you for allowing me to share your life and its many detours.

Charles Snider

(he/him)

Charles Snider, LPC - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$90/session
LPC
12 years of experience
Virtual
I am a mental health counselor licensed in Arizona, Florida, New Hampshire and Georgia with over 12 years of experience working with individuals and families. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, substance abuse, gender identity issues and grief/loss. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. I am trained as an a veteran suicide specialist and I am a certified trauma therapist. My counseling style is warm, caring and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don’t believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs as it is important to meet you where you are at and use your expertise as well. It takes courage to seek out help for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I live by the view that if you can change the way you look at things the things you look at can change. This slight change in perspective can make a world of difference in your life! Thank you for stopping by and I look forward to working with you!

Mercy Mwangi

Mercy Mwangi, LPC - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$120/session
LPC
14 years of experience
Virtual
My name is Dr. Mercy Mwangi a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Arizona State. I have a Doctorate Degree in behavioral health from Grand Canyon University in Arizona and a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Marshall University, WV. I have worked as a mental health provider in different capacities in government, private agencies and in private practice for the past 14years.

Cally Skalko

Cally Skalko, LPC - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LPC
25 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! My name is Cally Skalko and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. Over the past 25 years working in education and psychology, I have worked in behavioral health community centers, clinics, private practices, hospitals, residential treatment facilities and specialty school programs. I have mentored youth and their families on the Akimel O’odham Reservation, taught students ages K-8 as a public educator, directed and trained teachers in birth through school age childcare facilities, and opened my home and heart to six amazing young people as their foster mom (“auntie/Tia"). ​ Therapy includes a variety of modalities and skills in sessions ranging from REBT, CBT, DBT, Reality Therapy, Substance Use and Addiction Counseling, Trauma Therapy and Animal Assisted Therapy. ​ My passion as a therapist is guiding and supporting my clients toward peace and a holistic life of LOVE. Simply defined by loving themselves, others, and their higher power in a way that manifests healing and lasting change.

Anita Y Smith

(she/her)

Anita Y Smith, LPC - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LPC
40 years of experience
Virtual
Greetings, I'm Anita Smith! If this is your first time seeking help, I would like to commend you for your courage, and if you have had therapy before, I hope I say something that connects for you. I'm curious to know what brought you here and what you would like to get out of therapy? I specialize in helping individuals cope with the different kinds of losses: 1) Primary losses - the death of a loved one, friend or pet, break-up, separation, divorce, loss of job, loss of money, the victim of a crime and losses due to Covid19 2)Secondary losses - moving, illness, changes and success; 3) Limbo losses - Covid 19, waiting for the outcome of a test result, a lawsuit, separation, not knowing the outcome; 4) Complicated losses - primary, secondary and limbo losses going on at the same time. The reactions to loss could be feeling of anxiety, depression, helpless, fearful, emptiness, despair, pessimistic, irritability, anger, guilty, restlessness, loss of concentration, hope, motivation, energy, change in appetite, sleep pattern and a tendency to be more fatigued and error prone. Are you experiencing any of those feelings? I also work with individuals who desire prayer before our sessions. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas for 25+ years, a National Certified Counselor (NCC) for 35+ years, and a Board Certified Coach (BCC) for 10 years.

Krista Barber

(she/her)

Krista Barber, LCSW - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$125/session
LCSW
12 years of experience
Virtual
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2012. I graduated with my Master's in Social Work from Florida State University. I am currently licensed in Florida and Arizona. My professional experience has been primarily with anxiety, depression, divorce, parenting / co-parenting, military, and serious illness. With a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges, I offer a supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions and develop practical strategies for personal growth. I believe in the power of collaboration and tailor each session to meet your unique needs, fostering a journey towards greater self-awareness and emotional well-being.

Barbara Newton

Barbara Newton, LCSW - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$125/session
LCSW
25 years of experience
Virtual
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.

Mona Rivera

(she/her)

Mona Rivera, LPC - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$125/session
LPC
18 years of experience
Virtual
Each person's journey is unique, and I believe therapy should reflect that. I draw from various therapeutic techniques and adapt my approach to best support your individual needs, personality, and goals. Whether you're seeking coping skills, emotional healing, or personal growth, our work together will be tailored to meet you where you are, creating a supportive and personalized path forward.

Dr. Calista Heath-Martinez

(she/her)

Dr. Calista Heath-Martinez, LCSW - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$140/session
LCSW
8 years of experience
Virtual
I am a dedicated mental health professional with a Doctorate in Behavioral Health, a Master of Social Work, and over seven years of experience supporting individuals on their journey to healing and resilience. As a combat Air Force Veteran, I understand firsthand the challenges many face, and I am honored to support both veterans and civilians in navigating life’s complexities. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, integrative, and holistic, combining evidence-based techniques with practices like meditation and Yoga Nidra to promote emotional well-being. I believe in creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel empowered to explore their unique experiences and strengths. Whether you're seeking support for stress, trauma, or personal growth, I am here to help you build resilience and find balance. Together, we can work toward healing and inner peace.

Cynthia Cassil

Cynthia Cassil, LCSW - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$165/session
LCSW
19 years of experience
Virtual
You’ve carried the weight of trauma for too long - quietly, often invisibly. Maybe you've learned to survive by staying busy, staying strong, or staying silent. But deep down you know; survival isn't the same as living. Welcome! I specialize in working with adult survivors of childhood trauma, PTSD, and military trauma who are ready to heal from the past and start living more fully in the present. If you're tired of feeling stuck, you're not alone - and you're not broken. There is hope for the possibility of feeling better than you do today.

Jennifer Phillips

(she/her)

Jennifer Phillips, LCSW - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$150/session
LCSW
12 years of experience
Virtual
My mission is to empower individuals to navigate life’s challenges with resilience, clarity, and confidence. I take a holistic, client-centered approach rooted in the biopsychosocial model—addressing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and environment to support lasting well-being. Drawing from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), I tailor each treatment plan to meet the unique needs of the person in front of me. I am also actively pursuing certification in Mind-Body Medicine through the Center for Mind Body Medicine and frequently integrate these techniques—such as meditation, guided imagery, and breathwork—into sessions to support emotional balance and self-regulation. With extensive training in geriatric assessment, I have a deep passion for working with older adults, helping them maintain cognitive and emotional vitality in later life. As a certified clinical supervisor with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, I am also committed to mentoring and developing the next generation of compassionate, skilled social workers. Above all, I strive to create a warm, supportive space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to move toward meaningful change.

Kayla Jarred

Kayla Jarred, LP - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$85/session
LP
2 years of experience
Virtual
Hello and Good Morning! I'm a Licensed Psychologist based in Arizona. I received my Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) from Midwestern University, Glendale in 2020. I have 5 years of trained experience, between 2016-2021, and 2 years licensed experience since 2023. I help individuals struggling with experiences of stress, depression, anxiety, anger, and other concerns, to empower them to overcome barriers and build a life they want.

Lucy Koerner

(she/her)

Lucy Koerner, LPC - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$175/session
LPC
15 years of experience
Virtual
In-person
1166 E Warner R...
Hi there! I’m Lucy Koerner LPC, and I’m so glad you’ve taken a moment to explore what I offer. It takes tremendous courage to reach out for support, and I want you to know that this step marks the beginning of a meaningful journey toward healing. In our time together, we’ll focus on the heart of your experiences—the emotions and patterns that may have become obstacles to your joy and peace.

Kim Van Wuffen

Kim Van Wuffen, LPC - Arizona Therapist at Grow Therapy
$135/session
LPC
10 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in Arizona . I received my Masters from the University of Ottawa. I help individuals struggling with trauma related and mental health issues. I have over 10 years of experience and believe that all people have the capacity to heal and grow. I utilize several types of modalities in treating various issues and have broad experience working with diverse populations. I also am a brain health coach with AMEN clinics. I utilize my understanding of neurophysiology in treating trauma and other anxiety related issues.

Frequently asked questions

Why filter by Arizona rather than a city like Phoenix?

When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in the state. 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.

Will my therapist take insurance?

When booking you’ll be asked to verify with your Member ID. However, if you don’t have any of the insurances available you can select cash. Our therapists will have their cost of appointment on their profile. Individual session costs will vary.

How does the Specialty Filter work? Can I find a therapist that focuses on Military/Veterans?

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. For example, your selected specialty, Military/Veterans, is filtering therapists in Arizona that work with patients with similar concerns.

Why use Gender, Age, and Identities filters?

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.

What to expect during your first session?

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.