Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) emphasizes utilizing compassion to understand yourself and the people around you. It’s a good option for people dealing with shame or self-criticism that causes emotional distress.
Developing compassion for yourself and others requires practice. Practicing self-compassion exercises can help you manage shame and guilt, which can help you develop compassion for the people around you.
Accepting new clients. Night and weekend appointments available. Private, secure office in Gilbert! Let's work together to build a partnership that fosters healing no matter the situation. I approach every patient with an open mind and no judgement. Counseling sessions are personalized because every client is different! My treatment approach is person centered. I believe the approach must be...
**My practice is currently full.** You’ve never felt like an “insider,” you’ve experienced exclusion, and still have a strong desire to succeed. You feel the need to protect yourself from bias or discrimination by hiding your true identity and unique self to “fit in.” Come as you are, know that you are in a safe and supportive space that values your differences and is focused on you thriving an...
My goal is to support your resilience and connection to that which helps you thrive. We'll explore the areas of your life that are interfering with this flow, allowing space for anything and everything that needs to come up. Drawing on a somatic, or body-oriented approach to psychotherapy, we may pay attention to how your thoughts, emotions and feelings are being stored or expressed in the body...
Dr. Arlene Krieger is Licensed with the Board of Medical Quality Assurance and specializes in Relationship, Couples therapy, Individual therapy, child, adolescent & family issues. Dr. Krieger's 20 years of clinical expertise makes a difference in your desired therapy needs. Today's world creates many challenges with both personal and work issues. As a post-modern therapist, there is no Freudian...
Suffering is an inherent part of the human condition, but it doesn't mean that we need to move through it alone. Irvin Yalom, an American Existential Psychiatrist, describes the therapist and client as "fellow travelers". This truly resonates with me, as I believe that a collaborative approach and the steadily cultivated care and trust in the therapeutic relationship can fuel meaningful growth ...
Pursuing therapy is an admirable step; it takes a lot of courage and energy. As such, I approach therapy with a respectful, accepting attitude. Whether working with an adult, teen or entire family, I operate from the notion that everyone is doing their best, given their circumstances. I assume an active role in therapy: I quickly engage, listen deeply and reflect back. I will ask clarifying...
You've played it tough for a while, doing your best to cope. But you need relief now – someone who will be with you in your pain, so you don’t have to suffer alone any longer. Whatever is not supporting your needs and desires – whether it’s a job, a relationship, or your inner dialogue (which can be the hardest critic, after all) – these are all valid reasons to need relief. It is enormously br...
Do the present situations with coronavirus, the election, and Fall start-ups have you anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Stress today can trigger past experiences and negative coping. I will help you get through today and give you hope for tomorrow. It makes no difference if you are gay or straight, faith or no faith, black, brown or white. Your concerns can be safely explored and your beliefs...
Life often has roadblocks, potholes, and frustrating detours. Sarah will work with you in navigating these challenges in your or your child's life. Sarah has training and experience helping individuals from all backgrounds, but primarily focuses on assisting children, adolescents, and teens cope with a variety of mental health conditions, including trauma and mood related disorders, autism...
Our human life is full of suffering. Also, you are in a pain. Maybe you are blaming yourself for this pain. Our mind is often very noisy and loud, full of judgment, our worst critic, often creating unnecessary suffering. Our mind is telling us that we are not perfect, not beautiful, or not good enough. We believe that if we would try harder, or work better we would deserve love or life without...
If you are stressed, anxious, depressed or having difficulties with relationships, then please reach out to me. I am a caring and supportive therapist with a strong belief that we all deserve to live happier and less stressed lives. I offer comfort, support, and validation in a safe and supportive environment. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 22 years. During this time, I...
I specialize in helping adults and elders work their way through difficult life adjustments. It can be very difficult to see your parents age, and it can be hard to be the parent that is aging. There are always many complex decisions to be made. Divorce, retirement, moving, isolation, and grief are some of the more difficult transitions. Whether suffering from loneliness, depression, anxiety,...
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true self and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can’t change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. These challenges may be...
*Accepting New Clients* - *TELEHEALTH AVAILABLE* “Courage is the most important of all the virtues because without courage, you can't practice any other virtue consistently.”― Maya Angelou. Building up the courage to work on yourself is tough but the reward can be empowering. I love to work with people who are curious about themselves and open to exploring their life story with me. My work is...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over ten years of experience providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, parents, and families. During my time in the mental health field, I have worked with clients in variety of settings such as emergency services, residential treatment, LGBTQ+ behavioral health clinic, community mental health, and at a university-counseling cent...
