Mental Health Therapy in Gilbert

LaShaun Perry, PMHNP BC, is a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner offering integrative mental health care in Gilbert, Arizona. She provides psychiatric evaluation and medication management for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, mood disorders and postpartum concerns across the lifespan, from children to seniors. LaShaun takes a whole person approach that combines conventional psychiatry with lifestyle, dietary and supplement based supports to address the root causes of mental health challenges. Integrative Psychiatry and Medication Management LaShaun specializes in integrative psychiatry, blending evidence based medication management with complementary wellness strategies tailored to each client's needs. Her personalized treatment plans incorporate lab testing, nutritional guidance and supplement recommendations alongside traditional psychiatric care. Sessions focus on thorough evaluation, collaborative goal setting and ongoing medication adjustment to support symptom relief and long term well being. Clients appreciate her attentive, compassionate style, with reviews highlighting feeling heard and seen, one noting significant improvement in my quality of life and another sharing she got me feeling healthy and well balanced in a short amount of time. Whole Person Mental Wellness Beyond psychiatric services, LaShaun offers medical weight management, vitamin and supplement therapies and wellness retreats as part of a broader mind body health philosophy. She uses modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness based approaches and motivational interviewing, and refers clients for ongoing psychotherapy when needed to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care. Getting Started With Care LaShaun sees clients in person at her Gilbert office and via telehealth across multiple states, with same day appointments available when possible. She is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with integrative training. The practice accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and others, and offers out of network billing with reimbursement support. Consider calling to schedule your psychiatric evaluation and start your path toward balanced mental wellness.

Amy Fife is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Gilbert, Arizona, offering compassionate mental health care to individuals, couples and groups navigating relational trauma and life transitions. Her practice, Fife Counseling, PLLC, specializes in betrayal trauma recovery, anxiety, depression and relationship healing, with a particular focus on helping women rebuild trust and connection after relational wounds.  Amy uses a strengths based, trauma informed approach that frames struggles as adaptive responses to pain, helping clients reconnect with their resilience and intuition. Therapy Services at Fife Counseling, PLLC Clients begin with an initial consultation where Amy collaboratively explores their unique history, current challenges and goals for therapy. Sessions provide a safe, structured environment for deep exploration and skill building, whether in individual therapy, couples counseling, or her specialized women's betrayal trauma intensive. Amy utilizes evidence based modalities including emotionally focused therapy (EFT) for couples and EMDR for trauma recovery, alongside CBT, DBT and mindfulness based interventions. Her work addresses relational trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression and attachment issues, helping clients process past wounds while developing practical tools to improve emotional well being and strengthen relationships. What to Know About Amy Fife's Practice Location: Gilbert, Arizona, with in person sessions available at the Baseline Road office. Services offered: Individual therapy, couples counseling and a 6 week betrayal trauma intensive for women. Who she treats: Adults and seniors from diverse backgrounds, including faith sensitive care for LDS or Mormon clients. Approach: Trauma informed, attachment based and strengths focused, using EFT and EMDR.  Payment options: Self pay for individual, couples and group therapy. 

Jennifer Weatherford is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for children (0 - 10), teen & preteen (11 - 18), and adults (18+). Jennifer is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, and Optum. They accept American Express, Cash, and Discover. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Bala Michael Wambebe is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for children (0 - 10), teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). Bala Michael is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, and Cigna. They accept Bank transfer, American Express, and Cash, and may offer sliding scale payment options to help with the cost of treatment. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Jacqueline Babcock is a Marriage And Family Therapist, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for adults (18+). Jacqueline has experience working with Bisexual People, Gay People, Lesbians, Nonbinary People, and Single Mothers. Jacqueline is in-network with insurance providers including Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, and MultiPlan. They accept American Express, Cash, and Check. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Hannah Schlueter is a licensed professional counselor (LPC). She's also serves as the clinical director of Evolve Counseling. She provides sessions both online and in-person to individuals, couples, and families. Evolve Counseling is in-network with Aetna, but can also provide superbills to out-of-network clients to support reimbursement. Education & Specialties Ms. Schlueter holds an MA in clinical mental health counseling, and boasts a wealth of experience working with individuals navigating all kinds of challenges, including substance abuse, grief, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. She specializes in working with anxiety, family conflict, and depression. Therapeutic Approach Evolve Counseling favors an integrative, client-centered approach. In her sessions, she tends to draw from various methods, including eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). She believes that seeking help is a courageous act, requiring both self-awareness and strength. Ms. Schlueter recognizes and respects this bravery in her clients, and seeks to provide them with a safe, nonjudgmental space in which they can feel heard, understood, and supported.

Kara Marino, LPC, is a licensed therapist and owner of Peaks & Valleys Behavioral Health, providing online therapy for adults across Arizona. She specializes in adult ADHD, pregnancy and postpartum mental health and anxiety and trauma, using CBT, DBT and person centered approaches.  Kara offers practical, compassionate and nonjudgmental care that meets you where you are and helps you build confidence, self trust and lasting strategies for daily life. Adult ADHD Therapy with Practical Tools and Strengths Based Support Kara's core focus is helping adults navigate ADHD with executive functioning support, emotional regulation skills and personalized systems for organization and time management. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, she blends evidence based tools with a relational, strength based approach tailored to your goals. In sessions, you explore thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to overwhelm while building practical skills like task prioritization, focus strategies and emotional coping tools. Treatment reframes ADHD as part of your unique strengths, targeting both root challenges and day to day functioning with clear takeaways to support progress between sessions. Pregnancy and Postpartum Mental Health Care Kara also works with mothers and expecting parents navigating postpartum anxiety and depression, birth trauma and the identity shifts that come with motherhood. Using trauma informed, person centered care, she helps clients process prenatal and perinatal experiences, reduce distress and adjust to new roles through validation, practical coping strategies and emotional support. Getting Started With Online Therapy Kara sees clients online across Arizona through secure telehealth, with services expanding to Utah. She holds credentials as an LPC in Arizona and CMHC in Utah, with specialized training in ADHD, DBT and prenatal trauma. She is in network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and UnitedHealthcare in Arizona and offers superbills for out of network reimbursement.

Christina Collins is a licensed marriage & family therapist based in Gilbert, Arizona. She provides in-person sessions from Higley Professional Village and telehealth sessions from her private practice. She can provide superbills and diagnosis or procedure codes for her clients who have out of network insurance, for potential reimbursement. She is licensed to practice in both Arizona and California. Specialty Areas Christina specializes in working with teens, young adults and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression and self harm.  As well, she can help those who need support due to family conflict, relationship issues, behavioral issues and self esteem. She has also worked with clients who have ADHD, mood disorders and oppositional defiance disorder (ODD).  Therapeutic Approaches Christina enjoys working with clients to improve their emotional well being through both self care and nutrition. She has trained intensively in dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) through the Portland DBT Institute, though she also enjoys integrating other methods like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and the Rogerian approach, adapting her style to clients’ needs.  

Laura Carrillo is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Gilbert, Arizona, providing compassionate virtual therapy through First Step Therapy. Her practice focuses on helping adults navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD and OCD using evidence based modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and EMDR.  Clients value her nonjudgmental, collaborative approach and her commitment to culturally sensitive, affirming care. What Kinds of Therapy Does Laura Carrillo Offer? Laura specializes in trauma focused treatment as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), integrating CBT, DBT, EMDR, attachment based techniques and motivational interviewing. She treats anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD and childhood trauma, tailoring her evidence based approach to each client's unique goals and background. Who Can Get Help at First Step Therapy? Laura works with adults (ages 18 years and older) in individual and family therapy formats. Her practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming and offers bilingual services in English and Spanish, reflecting her bicultural background and dedication to serving diverse communities. Where Are Therapy Sessions Held? First Step Therapy currently provides teletherapy services only via a HIPAA compliant platform. Her virtual practice is based in Gilbert, Arizona and clients must be located in Arizona at the time of their session. She accepts multiple insurance plans, including Aetna, Optum, Oscar, Oxford, UMR and UnitedHealthcare. Self pay sessions are $150, with sliding scale options available and reduced fees ($40 to $70) through Open Path Collective. How Do I Start Working With Laura? Laura offers a free 15 minute phone consultation to discuss your needs and see if her approach feels like a good fit. This initial call is a great opportunity to ask questions and learn more about her trauma informed, culturally responsive therapy style.

Chanelle Johnson is a Marriage And Family Therapist, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for adults (18+) and seniors (65+). Chanelle has experience working with Gay People, Lesbians, and Queer People. Chanelle is in-network with insurance providers including Optum and UnitedHealthcare. They accept American Express, Cash, and Discover. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.