Pam Weser is a compassionate therapist dedicated to supporting individuals through their struggles. She provides a warm and understanding environment where clients can safely explore their painful life issues. Through her guidance, clients gain insight into the problematic patterns and beliefs that hinder their lives and relationships. Pam specializes in addressing life stress, mood disorders, and relationship challenges, including family conflict, parenting difficulties, and issues faced by adolescents and adult children. With extensive training in effective therapeutic approaches such as Internal Family Systems and Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, she is well-equipped to help clients navigate their emotional journeys. Pam offers therapy that can incorporate a Christian perspective if desired, ensuring an inclusive experience for clients of all backgrounds. Her modalities encompass couples therapy, individual counseling, and family sessions, creating a comprehensive approach to well-being.

Cristina Yturralde is a dedicated therapist specializing in supporting children, preteens, and teens through life's challenges. With a deep understanding of issues such as chronic pain, trauma, PTSD, and anxiety, she employs a variety of therapeutic modalities including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Play Therapy, and Brainspotting. Her culturally sensitive approach allows her to connect with families from diverse backgrounds, providing coping strategies for behavioral issues, ADHD, and learning disabilities. Cristina values the power of storytelling and play in therapy, encouraging her young clients to express their emotions and build self-esteem in a safe environment. Whether working with individuals, families, or in a group setting, her compassionate, strength-based methodologies foster resilience and growth, guiding her clients through struggles such as family conflict, grief, and stress. With a commitment to their well-being, Cristina inspires confidence and healing in every session.

Dr. Sarette Zecharia is dedicated to empowering individuals suffering from pain and trauma to cultivate a higher quality of life. With an extensive background in energy psychology, she passionately lectures and trains on an international scale, serving a diverse clientele. Her expertise spans chronic pain, PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, and dream work. Recognizing that pain is experienced on energetic, mental, emotional, and physical levels, Dr. Zecharia believes that pain is an integral part of growth. Through her guidance, clients learn to master presence, enhance awareness, and take ownership of their choices, placing the power of healing firmly in their own hands. Everyone is exactly where they need to be now; the journey of discovery toward the next step awaits.

Rachel Amanda Freidus is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MS, LMFT) who possesses a profound dedication to helping individuals heal, grow, and achieve their goals. With a focus on creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment, she ensures that clients feel heard, seen, and accepted throughout their therapeutic journey. Specializing in relationship therapy, including premarital and marital issues, trauma, self-esteem, depression, and anxiety, Rachel uses her expertise to guide clients through life's challenges. Her therapeutic modalities include Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), among others. Although based in Arizona, she is licensed to practice in Arizona and Maryland, allowing her to extend her compassionate care to clients in both states. By collaborating with individuals in relationships, Rachel utilizes her training as a couples therapist to enhance the therapeutic experience, ensuring each person's unique needs are met with understanding and empathy.

Darsi Axford provides a compassionate yet direct therapeutic style, utilizing personal life experiences to foster insight and empathy that quickly build trust and rapport with clients. Understanding that everyone possesses the answers within, Darsi is dedicated to guiding individuals toward recognizing and believing in their own capabilities. With extensive experience in treating depression, anxiety, panic disorders, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, and substance abuse addiction, Darsi has a strong track record of facilitating positive outcomes for clients. In a relaxed and safe environment, clients are encouraged to explore and challenge the beliefs that inhibit their joy in life. Darsi helps individuals learn to trust themselves and the process of change, growth, and development so they can ultimately live the life they have envisioned.

Cynthia Barrios empowers her clients to rediscover the power within themselves. With a strong background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, she is also DBT and EMDR Certified, emphasizing the vital role that thoughts play in emotions and actions. In light of advances in Quantum Physics, Cynthia embraces the idea that we may hold the innate ability to reverse disease, foster peace and abundance, and transform our circumstances and relationships. By mastering their thoughts, clients learn to master their worlds. <br /> <br /> Cynthia holds a Bachelor's degree in Science and a Master's degree from Santa Clara University. Her extensive experience spans over 15 years, including work with several nonprofit agencies in the Bay Area, where she served lower-income and disadvantaged families. As a supervisor for other therapists and an active board member, she showcases her dedication to the field. <br /> <br /> Devoted to healing across all ages, Cynthia works with children, teens, and adults as a group developer and facilitator. She continually enriches her skills and knowledge, becoming a certified Reiki and EMDR practitioner. Understanding that healing can take many forms, Cynthia develops integrative methods to support her clients on their journey.

Kaitlyn Beckham understands that coming to therapy for the first time—or starting again—can evoke a variety of emotions. She is dedicated to meeting clients where they are in their journey, providing support and encouragement every step of the way. Kaitlyn believes that the capacity for change thrives in a safe and collaborative therapeutic environment, and she is committed to creating this atmosphere as she helps clients achieve their individualized goals for a more fulfilled and healthy life. Valuing the therapeutic alliance deeply, she recognizes its immense contribution to the counseling process. Kaitlyn is honored to walk alongside clients during their transformative journeys. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) combined with mindfulness techniques drawn from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). In addition, she is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a trauma-focused therapy enabling clients to heal from past and present traumas. As a Licensed Associate Counselor with a Master’s degree in Counseling from Arizona State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from Texas Christian University, Kaitlyn operates under the direct supervision of Dr. Marcus R Earle, Ph.D., LMFT, CSAT, S-PSB, ensuring the highest standards of care.

Elijah Bedrosian understands the challenges that can arise in family dynamics, especially between parents and their children during their growth phases. He recognizes that while some issues may resolve over time, others can persist and need careful exploration. Many families might find themselves struggling with specific conflicts that seem insurmountable, whether it's a child working through past traumas or adults navigating complex relationships. Elijah provides a supportive environment where individuals and families can work collaboratively to identify and address these challenges. His expertise extends to trauma therapy and sex therapy, tailored for both individuals and couples. He is committed to helping his clients find common ground by utilizing various therapeutic modalities, including Somatic therapy, Trauma-Focused therapy, and Family Systems approaches. With an understanding heart and a wealth of knowledge, Elijah is ready to guide those seeking to enhance their emotional well-being and relationship satisfaction.

Suzanne Berndt is a compassionate therapist who understands that humans are inherently social beings, yet many have lost connection with both themselves and their communities. She recognizes that this disconnection often stems from the modern world's frantic pace, which can lead to relational trauma, poor self-worth, health challenges, addiction, loss, and isolation. Through her work, Suzanne emphasizes the importance of feeling relevant, finding meaning, having a mission, experiencing joy, and learning emotional regulation, tolerance, and resiliency as pathways to healing. She works with adults and couples, employing an integrative and holistic approach that explores the dynamic interplay between mind, body, and spirit. With her specialized training in Somatic Experiencing, Suzanne effectively addresses the disconnection that can accompany addiction and unresolved trauma. Her therapeutic space is one where clients feel safe, while she kindly challenges the dysfunctional behaviors and beliefs that hinder their growth. As a cancer survivor and a parent who has faced the tragedy of losing a child to suicide, Suzanne's personal experiences profoundly inform her work with those navigating trauma, loss, transition, and grief. It is her honor to walk alongside clients on their journey to discovering a true sense of self.

Elva Blanks is an experienced therapist in the Valley, boasting over 20 years of practice across agency, university, and private settings. She employs a diverse range of therapeutic orientations, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy, allowing her to effectively support individuals facing a variety of challenges. Specializing in trauma and PTSD, anxiety, eating disorders, and mood disorders, Elva's expertise extends to women's issues, giftedness, and concerns related to the autism spectrum. Valuing the therapeutic journey, she considers it a privilege to help clients navigate their difficulties, fostering healthier and more fulfilling intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships. Through her compassionate approach, Elva encourages genuine connection and growth, making a significant impact in the lives of adults and elders seeking support.

Choosing a psychotherapist can be a challenging journey for many. Clients often wonder if they can trust their therapist and whether they will truly be understood. Berit Boyd believes that feeling respected and heard is essential in the therapist-client relationship. Her clients frequently present a variety of concerns — facing challenges that can diminish their optimism and hope. Whether dealing with life transitions, relationship conflicts, or emotional struggles such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, isolation, loneliness, perfectionism, or grief (including the loss of a beloved pet), Berit approaches each situation with empathy and understanding. Employing a client-centered approach, she utilizes evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and other therapeutic modalities. Berit’s warm and accepting demeanor, coupled with a steadfast focus on the purpose of treatment, underscores her commitment to the well-being of her clients. She stands ready to support individuals on their healing journey, guiding them toward recovery and renewal.

Marilyn Cabay is a licensed psychologist who is deeply committed to assisting individuals facing emotional, social, and cognitive challenges. Her psychotherapy approach is informed by person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic theories, allowing her to connect with clients on a meaningful level. With a foundation built on compassion and respect, Marilyn empowers her clients to uncover personal strength and resilience, ultimately enabling them to enhance their quality of life. Specializing in areas such as trauma and PTSD, mood disorders, and relationship issues, she offers individualized and group therapy sessions tailored to meet diverse needs.

Aliza Cooper is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is deeply passionate about working with couples, individuals, and families to enhance their relationships. Her clinical practice is built on an emotionally focused and relationship-centered approach, ensuring that clients feel safe and are met exactly where they are in their journey. Aliza is proficient in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), allowing her to assist clients in rebuilding and deepening their emotional connections with partners and other significant relationships. She specializes in addressing various concerns within couples, including communication, trust, pre-marital preparation as a PREPARE-ENRICH facilitator, and navigating the complexities of infidelity. Aliza is committed to guiding her clients toward making lasting changes in their interpersonal relationships and supporting them in living the lives they envision. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Psychological Services from Northwestern University and a Master of Science in Marital and Family Therapy from The Graduate School at Northwestern. Her clinical training with individuals, couples, and families was further developed at Northwestern’s Family Institute.