Your mental health is important, regardless of where you live. However, depression, anxiety, and apathy can make good mental health seem unreachable. If you're feeling this way, speak to a counselor based in Avondale. They can help you live a better life. 

Avondale is a great place to live. Once a small rural town, it has slowly bloomed into a bigger, but still humble, city. You can be like Avondale. If you feel like you can’t grow, a counselor can help you reach your goals and realize that you, in fact, can grow. Speak to a counselor and see what you can do. 

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Cindy Llora

Offering therapy in AZ
License: LMFT,Arizona
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesCoping with life changes
14 years of experience

About Me I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT). I am licensed in Arizona and California. At this time I am providing therapy for Arizona only. I've been working in the counseling field for about 12 years. I have counseling expertise in the following areas; addiction, trauma, grief and loss, family conflict and relationships. I have worked with Individuals and Families in addiction and alcoholism. I have worked with PTSD and Trauma with Vietnam Veterans. I also have worked with dual diagnosed populations. The modalities I use are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Client Centered, Narrative, Mindfulness and Solutions oriented. I also incorporate and use music lyrics and song writing with addiction, trauma and grief clients. Educational Credentials: University of Phoenix, MA in Counseling Psychology California State at Northridge, BA in Psychology Licensed with Arizona State, BBHE LMFT #15462 Are you having challenges with negative memories or negative thoughts running through your mind, or telling yourself the same story over and over again, therapy can help you re-create a new story, make sense out of those old memories, and create new thoughts to replace the old thoughts. I find it to be an honor to be able to work with clients, so as to help you create a healthier and more balanced life. I look forward to working with you soon!

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Ginger Myers

Offering therapy in AZ
License: LMFT
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemADHD
17 years of experience

Hi, I'm Ginger. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Arizona (LMFT) with more than 17 years experience working with individuals, couples and families of all ages. I specialize in helping others in the areas of stress/anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma/abuse, and motivation/self-esteem/confidence. I am highly collaborative, working alongside clients to identify their treatment goals and tailoring treatment interventions to each specific treatment goal. This means I work alongside you to prioritize the issues you want most to improve and then focus on strategies developed with you to improve your functioning and coping. I approach therapy with a variety of techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, solutions focused therapy, person-centered therapy, and psychoeducation. I believe we all have the capacity for personal growth and development - it takes both courage and motivation to be vulnerable enough to let someone else be a part of that growth and development. Therapy is safe place for the self-reflection and honest conversations that support personal development by learning new skills and expanding on the strengths, resources and supports available. I describe therapy as remodeling a house that has already been built while you're living in it and I'm your contractor, there to provide professional guidance, feedback and support to help you through the process. Life can be hard, you're not alone, and things can get better. Don't hesitate to reach out to see if I'm the right therapist for you.

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Thomas Cleereman

Offering therapy in AZ
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
31 years of experience

Hello, my name is Tom. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of professional experience. I am licensed in the states of Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, and Texas. I am a strengths-based therapist who has had some of the similar life experiences as the resilient people I am humbled to have helped over the years. A few of the things I specialize in are dealing with is stress and anxiety, coping with depression, addressing addiction, overcoming trauma and abuse, overcoming difficult life events, family issues, marital concerns, sexual behaviors, improving motivation, building self-esteem, and boosting confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your life and that you already have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the situations that challenge you. My goal is to help you identify these strengths and support you through this process, while redefining yourself and getting your life back. I provide a non-judgmental and safe outlet where you will be able to share what you are going through. I always treat others with kindness, dignity, and respect, regardless of what life circumstances led you to BetterHelp. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and you should be proud of yourself for getting started! I look forward to meeting you and walking side-by-side with you on this journey.

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Carrie Appleby Kittle

Offering therapy in AZ
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changes
25 years of experience

Hello, I am Carrie Appleby Kittle, a dully licensed independent therapist with over 20-plus-years’ experience. I hold a license for ‘Professional Counseling’ and ‘Independently Licensed Substance Abuse Counseling’ with the state of Arizona. I have worked successfully with a kaleidoscope of people from various ages along the life-cycle continuum, from birth to elderly, couples, families, veterans, various cultures, race and genders. I have worked in various settings including inpatient and outpatient, in community-based clinics, residential facilities, hospital settings, state agencies, contractual work with the state, as well as tribal health agencies, educational settings, including elementary, middle school, high school and universities both in-person and through teletherapy/health platforms. This has given me a very diverse experience, and a wealth of insight to individuals and groups. I am posted on Linked-in should you wish to view my vitea/resume. I consider myself an eclectic therapist and generally draw on one or more theories of psycho-therapy including: cognitive, behavioral, somatic, motivational, psychoanalysis, psychodynamic, rational emotive, dialectical, holistic, gestalt, and existential therapy with the common thread of motivational interviewing techniques and always client centered used throughout all sessions. My goal has always been and will always be to provide a safe and healthy setting for you to improve your quality of life and rise above any and all challenges you are experiencing. We all have various times in our lives find ourselves challenged by different situations at different times in our lives with education, family/relationships, social connections, work relations, job challenges, traumatic experiences, cognitive impairments, financial stressors, health, overwhelming feelings, that disrupt our ability to work thought things by ourselves. Sometimes we develop other symptoms that cause us to suffering; like depression, anxiety, PTSD, bi-polar, TBI, disruption in attention and thought processing, ADD/ADHD, substance use disorders and many others that can plague us as we try and navigate our way along the path that best fits us to find peace and joy. I very much enjoy learning from my client’s as well; about your cultural, experience and beliefs that I believe are beneficial and core to helping you help yourself. The answers are in you to discover. I have many years’ experiences in working with various Dine’ peoples as well. This has not only allowed me to have insight and connection to understanding Indigenous peoples, but others from other communities other than my own as well. I pride myself on not only having “book learning” but ability to have insight from my own personal experiences and that that has been gained from my experiences in sharing the journeys of others. Our experiences might be different, but there is always common ground to find understanding and compassion with our feelings and thoughts. It is always an honor when someone, or families who allow(s) me to walk with them on their path to provide support while they work though their challenges. It is very rewarding to see individuals find peace and happiness. This is the biggest payoff for me being a counselor. I believe we are meant to support and help one another as a part of our natural make up. Like Wolves, we are pack animals with a complex social system and ongoing growth and learning though development thought our life. The final can only be written after we expire and then an only then, I believe we have “become” our true self at our full potential. It is the respect I have for myself that I am in turn about to understand and respect and honor you. I think this is beautiful. I’m excited to be part of the Betterhelp network as it provides a great opportunity to reach others who might not otherwise may not be able to get the counseling wanted or needed. Should you have any questions please feel free to reach out to me and ask. I look forward to meeting you; learning about you and supporting you to find success in your current journey.

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Dorothy Carskadon

Offering therapy in AZ
License: LCSW
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression
25 years of experience

Please call me Dorrie. I have been a counselor for 24 years primarily working with Veterans and their families. I am excited to be on Better Help to use my clinical experience on this online platform. I like to use worksheets and journals to get to know you when we are not doing sessions. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of South Carolina. I use positive psychology, cognitive behavioral approach and emotional literacy to guide you through your issues. Positive psychology helps you to explore yourself through recognizing the positives in your life and accentuating them. The cognitive behavior approach helps you look closely at the decisions you make and the emotional literacy approach looks at how your emotions effect your decisions. I call myself a resource counselor because I will give you lots of material - handouts, worksheets, and internet links - to review and hopefully apply to your life. I am Christian and believe using the Bible that expresses wisdom and encourages love. God made each of us unique and "God saw that it was good." As an experienced therapist, I will adjust my style to your needs. My goal is to help you enjoy life.

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Miriam de Levie-Krock

Offering therapy in AZ
Self esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
12 years of experience

I am licensed in Arizona with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with adjustment to life circumstances, self esteem and confidence, coping with change, parenting, adoption, menopause & compassion fatigue. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Jacquelyn Campbell

Offering therapy in AZ
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
7 years of experience

I am licensed in Arizona with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. What I can guarantee next, is that I will be a good listener, help you gain personal insight by presenting thoughtful questions and exploring different perspectives that may gently challenge a certain way of thinking. Throughout my career this approach has helped couples, individuals, veterans, teens, adult women and men, and families to navigate healthy thoughts and conversations. All which builds toward helping the individual, couple, and/or family restore hope, build self-efficacy, and find meaning in acceptance.

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Jennifer Patton

Offering therapy in AZ
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
9 years of experience

I am an Independently Licensed Social Worker serving Arizona and New Mexico. I have over 20 years of professional experience as counselor, case manager and in quality/compliance. I specialize in helping clients cope with life stress, anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, & depression. I am a very strengths-based counselor (and person) I look for hope within the current situation and work to build upon it. Even during our most difficult and painful seasons of life, I strive to find small glimmers of hope that we can build on together. I prefer a non-confrontational approach to working with clients, I will come along side of you in your journey with positive regard. I fully understand and appreciate that taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life requires a ton of courage. I welcome joining you on this journey.

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Susan Wolfe

Offering therapy in AZ
License: MA, LPC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteem
3 years of experience

I am licensed in Arizona and Pennsylvania with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

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Anita Adams

Offering therapy in AZ
License: LPC,LAC
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseAnger managementCoping with life changes
8 years of experience

I am a licensed professional counselor and a licensed addictions counselor who has worked, primarily with the forensic population who are currently incarcerated. I am skilled in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution focused brief therapy. I am also trained in eye movement rapid desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR), and frequently work with clients who exhibit co-occurring disorders including post traumatic stress disorder and substance use disorders. Fundamentally, I believe that clients should be in control of their treatment, and have a menu of options available. Mutual respect, trust, and rapport is paramount to my client/therapist relationships regardless of modality.

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How to find counseling in Avondale

Finding the best therapist close by in Avondale can feel challenging, but know that once you narrow your search for a counselor serving your area, you can find a therapist in your city that is accepting new clients and fits your goals. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, marriage, family issues, or other emotional challenges, feel proud that you have begun your search to find the mental health care services that work best for you in order to begin your personal journey towards emotional healing.

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist in Avondale. Perhaps you're interested in narrowing your search for a psychotherapist that can offer psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, provide group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy. Each type of therapy can offer various benefits and address or treat different disorders. If you're still unsure or are new to counseling in Avondale, feel free to contact the provider via email to find out which methods they practice.

It is also important to understand that mental health professionals in the United States are accredited to provide care, helping individuals and couples, with a variety of licenses. These include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinical psychologist or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, they are trained to treat individuals and couples counseling, and sometimes children, in any type of therapy. Find a therapist under any of these distinctions and know that the sessions they offer can provide a safe place to heal.

Mental health professionals working through their own in- person therapy practice in Avondale or online may assist clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, or change in negative thinking patterns. They may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain. Verified providers can provide licensed marriage and couples therapy, tailor to individual needs, and create a therapeutic relationship as a National Certified Counselor.

There are all kinds of therapists working with clients today across the United States and in the greater Avondale area in different types of therapy, including:

  • CBT
  • DBT
  • Substance use therapy
  • Couples therapy

When you're ready to start your search and find therapists, have in mind what type of therapy you'd like your provider to be most experienced with and choose an experienced provider with a practice located near you in the city of Avondale, elsewhere in Maricopa, or in the greater state of Arizona.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Some other commonly asked questions on therapy with a licensed counselor and BetterHelp serving the Avondale area can be found below:

How does the cost of in-person counseling compare to the cost of BetterHelp with a licensed Avondale therapist?

The average price of an in-person therapy session in the US is $100 to $200 per hour. These prices may be higher in Avondale due to a higher cost of living. The price also depends on the type of provider you are looking for. See the following average prices for various mental health providers without insurance:

  • Counseling with a psychiatrist: $150-$500
  • Counseling with therapists: $100-300
  • Therapy with a psychologist: $100

While many psychologists in Avondale may not take health insurance, some in the state of Arizona may work on a sliding scale, meaning they'll factor in your income and charge what you can afford per session. With BetterHelp or clinicians throughout the state of Arizona you can expect significantly more affordable options, with sessions ranging from $65 to $100 per week (billed every four weeks).

How is a licensed therapist on this online therapy platform verified?

Therapists in Avondale, Arizona working on BetterHelp are licensed, trained, experienced, and accredited as a doctor of psychology (PhD / PsyD), licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW / LICSW), or licensed professional counselors (LPC). All of these psychology clinicians have a Masters Degree or a Doctorate Degree in their field of psychology sciences, and follow the APA Code of Ethics. They have been qualified and certified by their state's professional board after successfully completing the necessary education, exams, training and practice with a patient, and extensive experience in a healthcare clinic or treatment centers, in order to become a mental health provider. While their lived experience, expertise, careers, and background vary, they all possess at least 3 years and 1,000 hours of hands-on experience with adult and sometimes teen patients, and have the necessary therapist credentials to provide a safe space for long lasting emotional healing in therapy. 

Please note BetterHelp does not offer or provide care from psychiatrists to prescribe a drug as treatment, or perform psychological assessments.

How does working with a counselor in BetterHelp online therapy sessions work?

BetterHelp clinicians treat clients online across the United States (individuals and couples) through life transitions, inner child exploration, long term depression or anxiety, and more. An online mental health professional, including the therapists in Avondale above, can work with young adults, children, adolescents, and adults virtually as an accredited licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) or licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). You do not have to commute to a an office as a psychotherapy client.

Through BetterHelp therapy, you can partake in video, phone, or live chat therapy sessions with your licensed therapist. You can work through various symptoms, use the in app journaling feature, and receive worksheets. You'll also find support groups or group therapy lead by a therapist in Avondale helping individuals on topics including managing life transitions, symptoms affecting sexual health, behavioral health, coping skills for anxiety or depression, trauma, stress, marriage counseling, and more. 

What mental health issues can psychotherapy address?

BetterHelp's verified Avondale therapists specialize and have clinical experience in a wide range of mental health issues and modalities, helping clients to feel better and improve their lives every day. See below for examples.

Specialties on BetterHelp include:

You may also be struggling with relationship problems that could be addressed in couples therapy or with a sex therapist. In that case, you may choose to work with one of BetterHelp's experienced cognitive-behavioral therapists or licensed marriage family therapists (LMFT) who work with clients in relationships. You can also try a Avondale therapy provider through BetterHelp's sister platform, ReGain, which is dedicated to couples and spouses worldwide. 

How do I know if online counseling is right for my family?

One of the potentially rewarding aspects of working with a therapist is the validation and active listening they can provide. Your friends and loved ones may also be available to listen, but you may feel that they may lack the skills to provide objective guidance. Counselors are trained to respond to various concerns, symptoms, and mental health conditions.

A psychologist in your city can support you toward a healthier emotional state, regardless of your mental health, life concerns, or healing needs. While supporting individuals in developing healthier habits, another good benefit of therapy is having an understanding, safe space with a non-judgmental party who can support you through challenging experiences.

Many people have sensitive topics that they may feel ashamed to discuss with their friends or partner. A Avondale therapist can help you confront these concerns and open up through unique methods of support. There are also many types of therapy, such as art therapy, where you may find you can express yourself through creativity instead of words.

With a lot of people in AZ, providers may be booked out with clients. Through the list of profiles above and others within BetterHelp's team, you may be able to find a psychologist within 24 to 48 hours. If you're searching to find a a nearby psychotherapist close to 85329 or the surrounding zip codes, consider others available through the BetterHelp site. No matter if you are seeking help in your area or beyond, online therapy can be a great option.

How should I prepare for my first therapy session with a Avondale counselor?

Before seeing your therapist, prep for your session by reading to understand the therapy process. You might write a list of questions you want to ask your psychotherapist, any emotional pain you may feel, and the ways in which you hope to improve. When you attend your session, let them know if you have any concerns about therapy or feel unsure about what to talk about. They may help guide you with open-ended therapeutic questions. The first session will often serve as an intake to get to know you as a person and learn why you're attending therapy.

Should I find a therapist or psychologist if I feel fine? 

Some simply don't feel the need to see a psychologist. However, some people may avoid attending therapy due to stigma or preconceived notions of what therapy entails. Although psychologists often support people with mental health conditions, you do not need a diagnosis or condition to attend therapy. You can discuss grief, relationship concerns, stress, or life changes and ask for general feedback and advice. A Avondale licensed clinical social worker may help you gain power over your life and emotions while you navigate day-to-day experiences.

Gaining a new perspective on yourself through various therapies might allow you to improve your self-esteem, work through relationships, and gain a better sense of your mental health goals. The success you may find through therapy can be dependent on your process.

People may also attend therapy for specific motives, such as bullying, an autism diagnosis, a desire to learn mindfulness meditation, personality concerns, trouble with office workers, specific phobias, and many other principles.

Is mental health care and therapy worth it? 

Therapy is effective and has the power to change individuals' lives. Each client is at a different stage of their emotional healing journey in life, as each human can be unique in their personality, expression, skills, and goals. A psychologist can target various symptoms, experiences, and personalities to help you feel your best and put you on the path to healing. Unlike advice from a friend, family, or non-professional, a mental health professional has an understanding of various disorders like ADHD and depression with many hours of experience in treating adults in their practice. For this reason, seeing an evidence based psychologist in Avondale, Arizona can be worth it. Over 41 million adults in the US attend therapy services each year, showing it's a popular option and is proven to be effective.

Avondale has many clinicians who practice person or client-centered individual therapy in-person and through online therapy to assist clients in their healing journey. If you opt into online therapy, you might also be able to meet with providers all over the United States and change therapists easily at any time. Many people struggling with anxiety and depression, substance abuse, body image issues, and more find therapists that are a good fit for them, feel supported, and gain further insight into their lives through internet-based therapy.

Do therapists judge you in therapy sessions?

The boundaries between you and a therapist are in place to help you and them regarding ethical concerns. Mental health professionals are held by ethical standards through the American Psychological Association (APA) and are not allowed to judge or harm their clients. If you are concerned about sharing details about yourself, feel free to withhold personal information. Their job in the therapeutic relationship is to create a safe place, help you gain a deeper understanding of your mental health, and support you. You might consider changing counselors if you don't feel safe or respected.

Stay up to date with the leading online counseling platform

To stay up to date with BetterHelp's initiatives through their social channels, you can follow them on Pinterest, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. For mental health tips, check out the BetterHelp YouTube channel.

Take some time today to learn more about the team of therapists at BetterHelp to understand the services available to you clearly. If you are new to therapy or have any questions about the services and terms, please reach out through the contact page or send an email to contact@betterhelp.com.

If you’re ready to sign up for online therapy, consider signing up with a platform like BetterHelp and get matched within 24 to 48 hours.

If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, don't use this site's online services. If you are in life-threatening danger, call 911. If you require support for a crisis, reach out to the hotlines below:

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85039, 85323, 85329, 85392

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