Mental Health Therapy in Tempe

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Dr. Tuwana Wingfield

Tempe, Arizona - Clinical Social Worker
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ReIax, Refocus, Restore, Recalibrate! These are words that would describe my approach to helping your work through challenges that arise in one's life. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the State of Arizona and Illinois. I have worked in the field of social work for 25 (12 years direct practice; 13 years in higher education). I take a solution focused, client centered approach to working with individuals and families. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, and day-to-day adjustments to life's challenges. My direct practice experience includes head start/early head start, schools, community based agencies, non-profits, child welfare, and employee assistance programs (EAP). My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone dignity, respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I believe in working with the client to identify the issue or challenge and not labeling the client; thus destigmatizing seeking help! My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, and dialectical therapy. However, I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan based upon your needs. I practice with a sense of cultural humility that situates the client as the expert in her/his life and my role is to help you build on the strengths that you already possess to address the challenges you face in your life. It takes courage to seek help! If/when you are, I am here to be a support to you. I look forward to building a strong therapeutic relationship. Dr. Tuwana T Wingfield, LCSW

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Shannon Madden

Tempe, Arizona - Licensed Professional Counselor
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Hello! Thank you for considering me as your counselor. Let me give you an overview of my counseling style, education, experience and personal background. Counseling Style: My theoretical approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I believe our thoughts lead to our emotions and behaviors. Initially, I use worksheets to help you uncover underlying beliefs you have about events or issues that lead to uncomfortable emotions or self-defeating behaviors. I also like to tie in neurobiology to help you understand that we can manipulate the way our brains work to speed up change. I tend to use humor initially to break the ice and normalize behaviors. Education: I earned by Masters of Counseling at University of Phoenix in 2002. I also received a Master of Arts in Organizational Management in 2001 at University of Phoenix. I was pursuing my Doctorate in Neuropsychology at Argosy University from 2010 - 2013 but my life plan changed so I decided not to complete the degree. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Northern Arizona University. I am required to complete 30 hours of continuing education every two years to maintain my license; therefore, I have extensive training in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Posttramatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), neuropsychology, depression and anxiety. Experience: I started in the mental health field as a Crisis Counselor for the Phoenix Fire Department for four years while I was getting my Masters degrees. After graduation, I became a Crisis Counselor in emergency rooms throughout the Valley for six years. I transitioned into a traditional counselor position specializing in PTSD with police officers, fire fighters, and military personnel. I also really enjoyed working with people in life transitions (careers, school, retirement, marriage, dating, etc.). I became the Director of Psychological Health for the Arizona Army National Guard in 2013 working with soldiers in pre- and post-deployment phases, suicide prevention, PTSD, and military sexual trauma. When that contract ended, I helped open Quail Run Behavioral Health Hospital as the Director of Intake & Assessment. I currently work for Arizona's state crisis system and am in a telecommuting position. I missed individual counseling and am thrilled to be a part of the Better Help team. Personal Background: I am a 3rd generation native Arizonan (my mom and grandmother were born and raised in Phoenix which is very rare). I grew up in Flagstaff and moved to Phoenix after graduating from NAU. I decided to pursue a counseling career after my aunt's experience in the emergency room when my uncle died suddenly and unexpectedly at 46 years old. I knew there was a compassionate way to deliver heartbreaking and life-changing information. I also had a wonderful counselor who helped me recover from PTSD after my brief stint in the military. I have been divorced twice and recently relocated to Phoenix to be closer to family & friends. I have 2 spoiled dachshunds and love to travel and am learning to crochet. Thank you for taking time to read my bio and I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.

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Judy Carran

Tempe, Arizona - Clinical Social Worker
Online

When life feels overwhelming, having someone who truly listens can make all the difference. That’s what I offer. My knowledge, empathy, and compassion—developed through years of listening and understanding—enable me to guide you in mental, physical, and spiritual health. Work with me to recognize your inner wisdom to meet with the social, psychological, and ecological challenges of our time. To ensure our work is effective, I ask my clients to embrace these core principles: Non-Judgment: Every person is unique. Every journey is sacred. Confidentiality: What you share stays private, unless you are at risk of harming yourself or others. Honesty: Healing begins with truth. I’ll help you uncover and embrace it. Focus: Our time together is meaningful. For your safety and success, please eliminate distractions—no phones, screens, music, pets, or hidden guests during our sessions. Respect: Value your time, your resources, and the commitment you’ve made to yourself by keeping your appointments. Before our first session, I’ll send you some questions that I like to think of as a “free first session.” Take the time to answer them however feels right for you. This allows us to dive straight into creating a plan for the meaningful changes you’re seeking, rather than using valuable time on basic introductions. Ready to begin? Click “Work with Me” to schedule your first appointment. I look forward to connecting with you!

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Free Mental Health Resources in Arizona

The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Arizona provides support, advocacy and education for individuals with mental illness and their loves. Their website offers information on mental illness and where to find crisis lines and support groups including peer to peer and family to family.
The University of Arizona’s, Counseling and Psych Services provides current students free mental health support services. They offer site based counselors, care coordination, peer counseling, support groups, peer led programs for students with substance use, and online mental health education and tools.
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Pima County Public Library offers an online resource where Arizonans can find free and low cost mental health resources. They include local and national providers and services to help those in need.
Scottsdale Community College in Maricopa County has an online resource where students can locate mental health resources and in person counseling services. These services are free and confidential for current students.
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Gay Arizona offers Pride Guide Arizona. It is a resource guide for travel, business, weddings, relocation and more. Their goal is to connect members of the LGBTQ+ community with like minded businesses and organizations that are safe, inclusive and believe in equity for all.
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Arizona’s Children Association provides trauma informed culturally sensitive services for kids and their families. Their specialty behavioral health service includes individual, family and group therapy that helps them to heal and learn positive coping skills in a safe environment including home, school, in the community or at a local office.
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The Hope Foundation in Queen Creek is a nonprofit organization that believes the ability to pay should not be an obstacle to getting mental health care. They sponsor Hope Scholarships that cover the cost of mental health services for people who qualify.
The Mind Clinic offered through the University of Arizona Health Sciences is an outpatient psychiatric clinic for uninsured people in Tucson. They offer psychiatric assessments for anxiety, depression, OCD, bipolar, schizophrenia and other mental illnesses as well as medication management for children and adults.
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COPA Health offers Arizonans information and resources on mental health. Their referral coordinators can help people with mental illness or their loved ones navigate the Arizona mental health system. This includes where to find support groups, crisis lines, therapists, mental health lawyers, food boxes, Medicaid and social security services.
One n Ten is a program for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults ages 11-24 that promotes self expression, self acceptance, leadership development and health life choices. Programs include housing support, identity specific programs, life skills and workforce development, health and wellness programs, and a parent and trusted adult group.
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The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), the state's Medicaid program, offers an online resource where individuals can locate phone numbers and contact information regarding crisis services in Arizona.
The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers an online resource where individuals can locate mental health resources including crisis services, statewide mental health support programs, and specialty services for Native Americans, vets, teens and students.
Coaching into Care, offered through the Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services is a telephone service that assists families and loved ones who need help encouraging their Veteran to seek mental healthcare. Callers receive free unlimited coaching sessions that teach them how to engage while respecting their right to make personal decisions.
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The Chandler Unified School District offers the Chandler Care Center. This school based family resource provides medical, dental, counseling and social services free of charge to students and their families. Through this support, they believe they can help students academic success, improve student readiness and improve attendance.
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The Arizona Department of Veterans Affairs offers vets a free program called Veteran Benefits Counselors (VBC). VBCs are offered remotely and in each of the Arizona State Veteran Homes. The counselors can help with benefits, represent vets in VA hearings, obtain military service records and help with survivor benefits.
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