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- Meet Donna: Billing Specialist at Paperflower Psychiatry in Arizona
Meet Donna May Del Mundo, the dedicated billing specialist at Paperflower Psychiatry in Arizona, USA. Learn more about her role and expertise on our page. Donna Del Mundo Hello, my name is Maria Donna May Del Mundo (whew!) but you can call me Donna. I am a mother of 2 girls and 1 cat. My hobbies are playing Nintendo Switch and traveling. I specifically like travelling with a motorcycle as it makes me appreciate the view more but we only do that if we are not traveling with kids. I decided to become a medical biller because I've always had a passion for both healthcare and organization. I have experienced hardship and discrimination when I had a miscarriage way back 2014 that is why I understand the importance of insurance and accurate billing to a patient. I enjoy the meticulous nature of medical billing, where attention to detail is crucial. Helping patients understand their medical expenses, fighting insurance companies and ensureingthat healthcare providers receive proper reimbursement for the services they provide gives me a sense of fulfillment. Becoming a medical biller allows me to combine my passion for healthcare with my organizational skills to make a positive difference in patients' lives. contact: billing@paperflowerpsychiatry.com Collections Insurance Verifications Payment Plans & Assistance
- Compassionate Psychiatric Care | Trauma & Neurodivergence | Paperflower Psychiatry
Ouroboros at Paperflower Psychiatry offers expert-led cannabis and integration services tailored for neurodivergent adults, first-time users, and those seeking expert support. Whether you're exploring cannabis for wellness, preparing for your first retreat, or unpacking a transformative experience, we offer education, mindfulness integration, and wellness planning in a safe, affirming environment. Based in Arizona, serving clients virtually and in person. Welcome to Ouroboros Paperflower Psychiatry is proud to collaborate with Ouroboros Integration & Education Services. Education, preparation, and integration for conscious exploration. At Ouroboros, we support individuals engaging with altered states of consciousness through professional education, emotional preparation, and integration resources. Our services are rooted in harm reduction principles, psychological insight, and a commitment to personal autonomy. We specialize in helping people make informed, intentional choices around psychedelics, cannabis, ketamine-assisted therapy, and other non-ordinary experiences — including microdosing — without supplying, encouraging, or facilitating the use of any substance. For those seeking legal retreat experiences, we assist in identifying reputable, safety-conscious providers and offer support in vetting programs for legitimacy, ethics, and alignment with your intentions. We provide comprehensive pre-experience preparation and post-experience integration services to help ensure continuity, insight, and emotional grounding. We believe that safe, meaningful inner work requires thoughtful preparation and structured integration. Whether you're exploring therapeutic, spiritual, or creative dimensions of consciousness, we offer a grounded and evidence-informed approach to support your process before, during, and after significant experiences. The name Ouroboros reflects the cyclical nature of transformation — a continual process of shedding, awakening, and returning. We honor the complexity of that path, offering resources and reflection to help you integrate change with care and intention. Your journey is your own. We're here to help you navigate it with knowledge, safety, and respect. About Services & Pricing Schedule now Anchor 1 John Greeley Lead Integration Specialist & Wellness Guide Offering preparation and integration support for clients exploring altered states of consciousness. I’m John Greeley, a certified life coach with over 15 years of experience supporting people through periods of transition, growth, and deep inner work utilizing consciousness altering compounds and techniques. My path into this work was shaped by a lifelong fascination with human consciousness and a personal belief that healing and transformation are not linear — they are cyclical, layered, and deeply individual. I created this practice because I saw a gap: people were having powerful experiences with psychedelics, cannabis, and other altered states — sometimes legally, sometimes underground — but often with little to no support before or after. These experiences can be profound, but without proper preparation or integration, their potential is often lost, or worse, becomes confusing or destabilizing. My role isn’t to facilitate or promote substance use — it’s to support people who are choosing these paths to do so with mindfulness, safety, and clarity. Whether someone is exploring cannabis for anxiety, preparing for a legal psychedelic retreat, navigating ketamine-assisted therapy, or working to change a difficult relationship with cannabis, I’m here to help create space for honest reflection, practical tools, and lasting insight. I bring a harm reduction lens to everything I do, meaning I honor your autonomy and meet you exactly where you are — without judgment, dogma, or an agenda. My work integrates elements of mindfulness, somatic awareness, behavioral psychology, and emotional resilience. I also have a particular interest in supporting clients through cannabis use disorder and conscious cannabis practices, as I’ve seen both the benefits and the complexities of this plant in real lives. At my core, I believe that every altered state — whether expansive or difficult — has the potential to teach us something. My job is to help you make sense of it, integrate what matters, and move forward with intention. My interest in consciousness has always been more than academic — it's been deeply personal. Over the years, that curiosity led me to explore a variety of altered states through plants, fungi, synthetic compounds, and traditional techniques. One particular experience profoundly reshaped the trajectory of my life. To say it “changed” me would be an understatement — it dismantled long-held beliefs, dissolved certain fears, and initiated a radical shift in how I relate to myself, others, and this ongoing journey we call life. What truly impacted me wasn’t just the experience itself — it was the processing of the experience and integrating the insights and awareness into my day to day life. Months of inner work, reflection, and reorientation taught me that insight means little without the time and tools to embody it. Years later I still reflect on that experience and continue to learn from it. That realization became the foundation for the work I do now: helping others prepare for, navigate, and integrate their own transformational moments with care, safety, and clarity. About John I’m most at peace in wild spaces. I’m a lifelong student of consciousness. Before this work, I spent 17 years as a professional cannabis grower. Forests, deserts, rivers — nature has always been my grounding force and my clearest teacher. It’s where I go to reset, reconnect, and listen. My curiosity has led me to explore how it shifts, expands, and reveals. My journey has led me to explore altered states through plant medicines, psychedelics, synthetics, and traditional methods. I study psychology, consciousness-altering techniques, harm reduction, and a range of spiritual philosophies, always walking the line between modern science and ancient wisdom. My focus was on soil biology, entomology, and the subtle, complex relationships between plant, environment, and user. That hands-on experience continues to shape how I support clients exploring intentional cannabis use today. My favorite band is Tool. My favorite flower is cannabis. My favorite quote is.. "Today a young man on acid realized that all matter is merely energy condensed to a slow vibration — we are all one consciousness experiencing itself subjectively. There’s no such thing as death, life is only a dream, and we’re the imagination of ourselves." — Bill Hicks It’s a plant I’ve worked with, studied, and respected for years — not just for her utility and therapeutic potential, but for the diverse range of unique and powerful effects she can induce. Plus, she’s gorgeous. Their music is a perfect blend of cerebral and visceral — complex, math-based rhythms paired with lyrics that explore consciousness, shadow work, and the human condition. It’s the kind of art that doesn’t just entertain — it challenges, expands, and mirrors the journey inward. The Services Anchor 2 Cannabis Use Support Conscious engagement and balanced use for well-being. At Ouroboros, we offer comprehensive support for individuals exploring cannabis use, whether for wellness, creativity, or addressing potential use disorders. Our approach is rooted in mindfulness, harm reduction, and personal empowerment, helping clients engage with cannabis intentionally and mindfully. Cannabis Wellness Support includes: Exploring intentional use for wellness goals (e.g., sleep, anxiety, creativity, pain management) Mindfulness-based harm reduction practices to promote self-awareness and reduce risks Educating about dosage, strain selection, and the psychological and physiological effects of cannabis Cannabis Use Disorder Support focuses on: Understanding patterns of use and their impact on mental, emotional, and physical health Providing strategies for reducing or eliminating problematic use through structured reflection and behavior change techniques Developing personalized action plans for achieving healthier, balanced relationships with cannabis Providing resources for managing cravings, triggers, and withdrawal symptoms, and guiding clients through gradual reduction or cessation if desired Whether you’re seeking to optimize your cannabis use for health and creativity or need support managing an unhealthy pattern, our team offers personalized, evidence-based strategies that respect your autonomy and goals. Microdosing Support Intentional use. Informed choices. Lasting change. Microdosing — the practice of consuming sub-perceptual amounts of psychedelic substances — has gained attention for its potential to support mood, focus, creativity, and personal insight. At Ouroboros Integration and Education Services, we provide professional education and integration support for individuals exploring microdosing as part of their personal wellness or self-development journey. We do not supply or encourage the use of any substances. Instead, we offer evidence-informed resources to help individuals understand the potential benefits, limitations, and risks of microdosing within a legal and ethical framework. Our support may include: Personalized education on microdosing protocols and emerging research Risk awareness and harm reduction strategies Emotional and psychological preparation Integration support for insights or changes that arise over time Navigating microdosing within the context of mental health, creativity, or spiritual exploration Whether you're curious about starting a microdosing regimen or seeking to make sense of your experience over time, Ouroboros offers a space for grounded, non-judgmental reflection and informed decision-making. Microdosing is not a shortcut — it’s a subtle, long-term engagement with self-awareness and intentional change. We're here to support that process with care, clarity, and respect. Pre & Post Macrodosing Support Grounded support for transformative experiences. Macrodosing — engaging with a full-dose psychedelic experience — can be deeply impactful, offering opportunities for insight, healing, and personal transformation. At Ouroboros, we offer structured support both before and after such experiences to help ensure emotional safety, clarity of intention, and meaningful integration. Pre-macrodose support includes: Education about psychological, emotional, and physiological effects Safety planning and risk assessment based on individual history Clarifying intentions, preparing the mind and body, and optimizing set and setting Post-macrodose integration focuses on: Processing the experience in a supportive, non-judgmental space Identifying themes, insights, and emotional responses Developing actionable next steps to carry the experience forward into daily life Our role is not to encourage or facilitate psychedelic use, but to help individuals who are choosing to engage in these experiences do so with greater awareness, preparation, and care. Preparation Support Thoughtful preparation for meaningful experiences. We help individuals prepare emotionally, psychologically, and practically for altered states of consciousness. This includes education about potential effects, risk factors, and safety considerations, along with personalized preparation plans that may involve intention setting, mindfulness practices, and environmental checklists. Mindfulness Integration Practices Stabilizing insight through embodied awareness. We help clients incorporate breathwork, meditation, and other mindfulness-based practices into their personal integration process. These tools can enhance emotional regulation, deepen reflection, and support nervous system balance before and after non-ordinary state experiences. Sessions may include personalized routines, somatic awareness techniques, and practical strategies for cultivating presence in daily life. Retreat Planning Support Safe journeys begin with informed choices. We assist clients in identifying legally operating, ethically run retreat centers for psychedelic experiences abroad. This includes helping vet programs for safety, transparency, and alignment with client intentions. We also provide structured preparation for travel and support integration upon return — ensuring continuity and reflection before and after the retreat. Disclaimer: While we assist in identifying options for legal retreats, we do not operate, endorse, or represent any third-party psychedelic retreat center. Clients are solely responsible for verifying the legal status and safety of any retreat they choose to attend. Integration Support Making meaning after the experience. We offer space and structure for clients to reflect on and process their experiences. Integration sessions focus on identifying emotional themes, personal insights, and future intentions — turning powerful moments into lasting transformation through thoughtful dialogue, goal setting, and support. Harm Reduction Education Knowledge is the first layer of safety. Clients receive evidence-based information on safer practices related to cannabis, psychedelics, ketamine, and microdosing. Topics include managing risks, understanding interactions, preparing for challenging experiences, and creating safe environments (set and setting). Emergency preparedness strategies are also discussed when appropriate. Substance Use Wellness Planning Conscious use, aligned with your values. We support individuals who want to explore mindful and intentional relationships with substances like cannabis or explore microdosing. This may include evaluating use patterns, setting wellness-based goals (such as improving sleep, creativity, or emotional regulation), and applying mindfulness-based harm reduction frameworks to support clarity and self-awareness. Professional & Community Education Cultivating collective literacy in conscious exploration. We offer workshops, talks, and custom training for communities, professionals, and organizations seeking to deepen their understanding of altered states, integration, and harm reduction. These offerings include education on psychedelic-informed care, trauma-sensitive support strategies, ethical considerations in non-ordinary state work, and evidence-based insights into cannabis, ketamine, and microdosing. Whether you're a wellness provider, therapist, peer supporter, or simply curious, our goal is to foster dialogue, reduce stigma, and build informed, respectful communities around altered states of consciousness. Pricing + Packages Initial Consultation: $25 This optional zoom or phone consult allows us to explore your goals and determine which services, if any, are the best match for you. If you choose to continue, the $25 fee will be applied as a credit to your first full session. Already know what you need? Feel free to skip the consult and book directly. Standard Sessions: 30 minute session: $60 60 minute session: $100 90 minute session: $150 **these fees apply to all services except retreat planning** Note: All sessions are strictly educational and wellness-oriented. No substances are provided, recommended, or facilitated. Retreat Vetting Package: $150 A two session process designed to help you identify the right retreat experience based on your goals and preferences. Each session is for 30 minutes. Session 1: Clarify intentions, needs, and desired outcomes. Session 2: Review curated retreat options and select the best fit. Retreat Preparation & Integration Package: $500+ A comprehensive support plan tailored to your individual needs. Includes: Retreat Selection & Vetting 2 x 30 minute sessions Pre-Retreat Planning 1 x 30 minute session Pre-Retreat Integration Prep 1 x 60 minute session Support During Retreat Pre-scheduled virtual check-ins: $50 per 15 minutes On-call, unscheduled support: $100 per 15 minutes Post-Retreat Integration 1 x 60-minute session Ongoing Virtual Integration Support Due to the personalized nature of this service, your plan will be customized to fit your journey, using the above as a starting structure. Monthly Support Plans (Customizable) Structured support designed around your needs. Frequency and session length can be adjusted based on what works best for you. Ideal for microdosing regiment. Example Package: Consistent Support: $350/month 4 x 60 minute sessions (weekly rhythm) Plans are adjusted based on your goals, capacity, and the level of involvement you’re looking for. Annual Support Plans (Customizable & Cost-Effective) Best for those committed to sustained growth, integration, or transition work over the course of a year. Example Packages: Quarterly Guidance Plan: $350/year 1 x 60 minute session every 3 months (4 sessions total) Monthly Integration Plan: $1,050/year 1 x 60 minute session per month (12 sessions) How To Change Your Mind Comprehensive plan: $6000 4 x 15 minute session per month 2 x 60 minute session per month 4 x 90 minute session every 2 months All Annual Plans Include: Email support Priority scheduling Optional written summaries or check-ins between sessions End-of-year reflection session Every package is crafted to reflect your unique path, pacing, and priorities. Is this right for me? You may be a good candidate if you.. You’re neurodivergent and want guidance that honors how you process things. We will keep it factual and not overwhelm you with vague advice or weird terminology. You’re new to cannabis and have no idea what to buy, how to use it, or even how to ask the “right” questions without feeling judged. You’re a burned-out parent who’s curious about alternative ways to reset or reconnect — but you don’t want to walk into a dispensary alone or figure out a vape on your own. You’re psychedelic-curious but not ready to jump in without understanding the why, how, and what-comes-after — or you’ve had an experience and need help making sense of it. You’re going to your first rave or festival and want to feel confident, safe, and intentional instead of overwhelmed or just going with the crowd. You’re considering a legal retreat or therapeutic experience but feel nervous, skeptical, or just plain unsure what to expect (or if you even “belong” there). We meet you where you are with evidence-based info, no judgment, and authentic support. Let's start with a free email or call and we can go from there. Ouroboros is based in Arizona but operates as a fully remote entity and can serve people nationwide. Please note: Ouroboros Integration and Education Services does not provide medical, psychiatric, or therapeutic diagnosis or treatment. We do not substitute for licensed healthcare providers and will not operate in states in which services are deemed illegal. Schedule now All clients engaging in our services must complete a consent and disclosure form outlining the nature, scope, and limitations of our services. Clients acknowledge that engaging with altered states of consciousness carries personal risks. Participation in our educational or integration services is voluntary and at their own discretion. Ouroboros Integration and Education Services is not liable for outcomes resulting from individual choices. Email John If you have a question, are interested in a collaboration or would like to book Ouroboros for an educational seminar, presentation or workshop, you can contact him directly. John@paperflowerpsychiatry.com Anchor 3
- Paperflower Psychiatry
Paperflower Psychiatry is a holistic and inclusive psychiatric practice specializing in evaluations and medication for children, adolescents, peripartum and adults in Arizona. Telehealth + offices in Tempe, North PHX + Flagstaff. Self booking is available online. Meet The Team Founder & CEO Dr. Maria Ingalla, DNP, PMHNP-BC (she/her) Contact: maria@paperflowerpsychiatry.com Maria started the practice back in 2020 and continues to build Paperflower into a cornerstone of progressive mental health care in the state of Arizona. She has built a social media presence in the mental health community with her podcast and TikTok . But most of the time she just has a headache from wrangling her feisty toddlers. Learn more Practice Manager Delfina Honne (she/her) Contact: delfina@paperflowerpsychiatry.com Direct phone: 602-327-3152 Also speaks: Spanish Delfina is our practice manager. She handles administrative duties, patient care, support team tasks, pharmacy calls, refills, and any patient concerns that are escalated. She is a gem of a human that really cares about other people and will make you feel heard. She has years of case management experience and can help connect you with resources if needed. She also handles QB & Tova testing, local networking, along with community events. Learn more Team Lead Rome Gamusaran, RN (he/him) Contact: rome@paperflowerpsychiatry.com Phone: 928-504-4700 Also speaks: Tagalog Rome was our original support team member, and now oversees the entire team in the Philipphines including the billing department and our support team. Learn more Support team Supervisor June Landingin (he/him) Contact: june@paperflowerpsychiatry.com Phone: 928-504-4700 Also speaks: Tagalog June is an incredible resource at Paperflower - handling our prior authorizations. This means he's the guy that makes sure your insurance covers your medications. He also supervises our support team, answers your calls, calls your pharmacy... basically all the things. Learn more Community Liaison Thea Montesclaros (she/her) Contact: thea@paperflowerpsychiatry.com Phone: 928-504-4700 Also speaks: Tagalog Thea is our community liaison. She manages our referral network, ensuring that we have up to date information on practices we work with across Arizona. She is our point of contact if you'd like to work with our clinic. She also handles medical records. Learn more Credentialing & Support Specialist Michelle Aguila (she/her) Contact: credentialing@paperflowerpsychiatry.com Phone: 602-613-0455 Also speaks: Tagalog Michelle works as our credentialing specialist -- this means she maintains all current information and negotiations with insurance companies to ensure that we stay paneled. She also is cross-trained and works in our support team and alongside our billing team. She is a gentle presence so be nice to her if you get her on the phone! Learn more Billing Expert Ken Ramirez (he/him) Contact: ken@paperflowerpsychiatry.com Phone: 602-613-0455 Also speaks: Tagalog Ken works as an expert in accounts receivable, billing reports, claim submission and denials. He is a key fighter against insurance companies to make sure we try to get your healthcare covered, and also to make sure we don't bankrupt because they underpay us. That being said, we really like Ken. Learn more Billing Expert Jed Pambid (he/him) Contact: billing@paperflowerpsychiatry.com Phone: 602-613-0455 Also speaks: Tagalog Jed works as an expert in coding, billing, claim submission and denials. He will be receiving your calls and emails in regards to any concerns with your insurance, denials, etc. Jed says he has a girlfriend but we are not sure we believe if the photos were AI or not. Learn more Billing Expert Donna (she/her) Contact: billing@paperflowerpsychiatry.com Phone: 602-613-0455 Also speaks: Tagalog Donna handles patient collections, payment plans, sliding scales and helps manages any concerns with your credit cards or insurance. She works on insurance verification to make sure we aren't getting denied because we weren't covered in the first place. Learn more Social Media Manager Zerry Ramirez (she/her) Contact: socialmedia@paperflowerpsychiatry.com Phone: 928-504-4700 Also speaks: Tagalog Zerry is our incredible social media manager who handles our instagram and facebook accounts, edits our podcast and manages our youtube . She is incredible at graphic design. Learn more Education Development Expert Gillian Ilagan (she/her) Contact: gillian@paperflowerpsychiatry.com Phone: 928-504-4700 Also speaks: Tagalog Gillian is a registered psychologist in the Philipphines and does incredible humanitarian work. She currently makes educational materials for our patients and the general public, and helps us to build courses for professionals. She is really brilliant and incredible and we love her. Learn more
- Paperflower Psychiatry
Explore the latest in occupational therapy in Arizona, USA. Discover innovative health solutions and resources to support your well-being. Occupational & Physical Therapy Fisioterapia de movimiento y movimiento La Dra. Nikki es una fisioterapeuta pediátrica que brinda atención médica a domicilio. Sí, ¡viajará a su hogar! Trabaja con bebés y niños, y también se especializa en niños con parálisis cerebral y ofrece capacitación para cuidadores. Horizonte AZ Terapia del habla, fisioterapia y terapia ocupacional para niños con necesidades especiales. Ubicaciones: Colina baja Arroyo de la reina Peoria Niños óptimos de Arizona Terapeuta ocupacional especializada en trastornos de Tourette y tics. Disponible de lunes a sábado, en varios horarios según sea necesario. Pago privado - niños y adultos Teleterapia y algunas sesiones presenciales Disponibilidad inmediata Terapia del suelo pélvico Thrive If you have a vagina and have experienced pain during sex, birth (yes at all), PCOS, endometriosis..or if you are a person that has experienced fecal incontinence, this could be a great option. If you are pregnant, they offer a "labor and discovery" session which shows you a personalized view of which positions are best for your body to labor in.
- Psychiatric Medications and Care in Tempe AZ: Meet Jane Na, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Meet Keyonta Chadwick, MSN, PMHNP-BC, a compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner offering virtual expert care and psychiatric medications. Keyonta Chadwick, MSN, PMHNP-BC Hi! I’m Keyonta Chadwick, a psychiatric nurse practitioner with a passion for inclusive, whole-person mental health care. I graduated in May 2025 with my MSN. My journey began in emergency and psychiatric nursing, and over the years I’ve found my calling in outpatient psychiatry supporting individuals across the lifespan as they navigate challenges like trauma, ADHD, anxiety, and mood disorders. As a mom to children with autism and a dedicated advocate for disability awareness and culturally responsive care I’m committed to creating safe, affirming spaces where people feel truly seen and heard. I believe healing happens when we bring the mind, body, and spirit into the conversation. Outside of work, you’ll often find me watching K-dramas, exploring holistic wellness, and diving into the rich world of traditional Chinese medicine. These interests shape how I connect with clients, blending curiosity, compassion, and cultural understanding into every session. Wherever you are on your mental health journey, I’m here to walk beside you with empathy, encouragement, and evidence-based care. BIPOC Population Keyonta is passionate about working with BIPOC populations, to create a culturally humble and safe place to receive mental health help. Neurodivergence Keyonta offers passionate care to autistic adults and families of autistic children. As an autism mom, she truly understands raising neurodivergent children in a neurotypical society including above and beyond advocacy. Trauma Keyonta has worked in psychiatric nursing for years supporting inpatient clients who have had traumatic care -- and beyond that, advocating to make sure they received trauma-informed care. Q&A What is your favorite movie? My music taste is all over the place I can go from jazz, R&B, trap, and rock in one playlist. Lately, I’ve really been into rock; Memphis May Fire and Elijah are two of my current favorites. Music helps me process emotions, focus, and recharge. Whether I’m unwinding or deep in study mode, I’ve got the perfect soundtrack ready. Favorite superhero? My superhero has always been my grandmother. She embodied resilience, love, and quiet strength. Her wisdom helped shape how I show up for others. If we’re talking comic book heroes though, I’d pick Storm she’s powerful, intuitive, and represents strength and identity all in one. If you could have a superpower, what superpower would you pick? The power to heal emotional and spiritual pain. Sometimes, the deepest wounds can’t be seen but they affect everything. I’d love to help lift that weight for people with just a touch. Tell us about your pets: I have two amazing rescue dogs Scooter and Gizmo. They’ve brought so much love, chaos, and comfort into my life. Scooter is my shadow and cuddle buddy, while Gizmo is the curious troublemaker with the sweetest eyes. They remind me daily to slow down and enjoy the little moments. If you had 3 wishes, what would you wish for? 1. For BIPOC individuals everywhere to be seen, heard, valued, and truly cared for in healthcare, in communities, and in every space. 2. For a world where no one experiences pain, hunger, fear, or hate. 3. To be able to communicate across all languages and species imagine the wisdom we’d gain from truly understanding each other. Tell us a fun fact about yourself: I love K-dramas! The stories, emotions, and cultural insights are so powerful I’ve laughed, cried, and healed watching them. I’m also fascinated by holistic health, especially traditional Chinese medicine. Exploring those approaches has helped me better connect with mind-body healing. What are ways beyond medication that can improve your mental health? Daily self-care matters yoga, aromatherapy, acupuncture, journaling, and spending time in nature are all go-to tools for me and my clients. And never underestimate the power of sleep it’s often the foundation of emotional well-being. If sleep’s off, we start there. You've mentioned being passionate about working with those with religious or cultural trauma can you tell us about that? Yes. As a Black woman and mother to neurodivergent children, I’ve seen the deep emotional impact of cultural expectations, generational trauma, and religious shame. I hold space for clients who carry those wounds without judgment and offer a safe space for healing through truth, compassion, and empowerment. If a patient is nervous about an evaluation, especially when talking about tough things like trauma or sexual abuse, what would you want them to know? Not at all. I work collaboratively with my clients to find the approach that works best for them whether that’s therapy, medication, lifestyle changes, or a mix. Some people benefit from long-term meds, others don’t. You have choices, and I’ll support you either way. What is your philosophy on using medication to treat mental health? Are medications lifelong? Medications are a good resource, but their need and effectiveness vary from person to person. There are many ways to treat mental illness such as with therapy, exercise, lifestyle changes, etc. Collaboration is key! You let me know what you are comfortable with, and we will create a plan together. Some patients may want to be on medications their whole life because that works for them, while others may use medication only temporarily. The only correct answer is what works best for you. What are your thoughts about treating adult ADHD? I was diagnosed with ADHD myself in October 2024, so I truly understand what it can feel like especially as an adult trying to manage work, family, and responsibilities while your brain is constantly multitasking. ADHD is real, and it’s not just about attention. It affects executive functioning, emotional regulation, sleep, and relationships. I approach it with compassion and practical tools to help you thrive. Do you have any personal mental health experiences you can share with us? Yes. I’ve lived with anxiety, trauma, and burnout. My diagnosis of ADHD brought a lot of clarity, and I’ve also found support through therapy, spiritual practice, and (when needed) medication. I believe in being transparent about my journey it breaks stigma and reminds others that healing is possible.
- Meet June Andrew: Support Specialist at Paperflower Psychiatry
Meet June Andrew, the Prior Authorization Support Specialist at Paperflower Psychiatry in Arizona, USA. Get to know the invaluable member of our health team. June Landingin June Andrew Jose C. Landingin (super long, yes!) is our support team supervisor. You can call him June or Andrew for short. He is a licensed physical therapist and an experienced customer service representative. He’s one of the support staff that will handle prior-authorization as well as assisting in all support team tasks. One of his main goals in joining is for us to achieve our goal to provide the best patient support possible (and for you to get your medications in a timely manner!) He currently resides in the Philipphines, is an only child with two dogs (and now, has an incredible drive to adopt a cat) and he loves driving (not in traffic). Taking long drives provides a therapeutic feeling for him and provides a peaceful place to collect his thoughts. He also enjoys a good chat about the human mind, people in general and how people work. He takes opinions into consideration and will be fascinated to talk to you about anything. He is a prior authorization specialist. He was super fun to have a conversation with during our interview process, and he's experienced in all things prior authorizations. Contact: andrew@paperflowerpsychiatry.com Oversees Support Staff Prior Authorizations Patient Assistance
- Therapist Referrals | Trusted Mental Health Professionals | Paperflower Psychiatry
Paperflower Psychiatry is a holistic and inclusive psychiatric practice specializing in evaluations and medication for children, adolescents, peripartum and adults in Arizona. Telehealth + offices in Tempe, North PHX + Flagstaff. Self booking is available online. Referencias de terapeutas Mi terapeuta Phoenix Holly is LGBTQIA+ friendly, super personable and works with us frequently! North Phoenix EMDR, PTSD treatment, couples therapy. She also has extensive experience in working with domestic violence survivors. Brazen Therapy Brazen es una clínica de terapia INCREÍBLE que ofrece servicios integrales con muchos proveedores diferentes. Aceptan los principales seguros y ofrecen tarifas de pago por cuenta propia asequibles para terapias de pareja, familiares e individuales. Son aliados de la comunidad LGBTQIA+, tienen una actitud positiva hacia el sexo y las perversiones, y ofrecen muchos tipos diferentes de terapia para traumas y otros problemas de salud mental. Abundance Counseling LaShunda, Vickey y Courtney son las consejeras de Abundance y solo escucho elogios de sus clientes. Ofrecen terapia de telesalud y aceptan muchos seguros comerciales importantes. Se especializan en trauma, depresión y ansiedad. HaNefesh Counseling Aviya es una consejera increíble que trabaja con personas de entre 13 y 50 años. Se especializa en traumas, es increíble con los adolescentes y es muy relajada al hablar. Actualmente, todo es virtual y pago privado, ¡pero trabaja en paneles de seguros! Reservas en línea sencillas. ¡¡¡DISPONIBILIDAD DOMINGO!!!! Ambedo Counseling Tricia es increíble. Punto. Se especializa en duelo traumático (pérdida por suicidio), estado de ánimo, ansiedad y más. He trabajado con ella personalmente y la recomiendo mucho. Acepta seguros y está aliada con la comunidad LGBTQIA+. A Beautiful Soul Holistic Counseling Las áreas de especialidad incluyen parejas (utilizando un enfoque Gottman), terapia de juego para niños, grupos, ERP para TOC, EMDR, trastornos alimentarios, atención plena y servicios LGBTQ+ con un enfoque holístico e integrador para la curación. Actualmente, solo se paga de forma privada, pero vale la pena la inversión. En línea + en persona en East Valley. Asesoramiento de punto de inflexión Rachael and her team are EMDR certified, and see ages 8+. They have a Spanish speaking therapist, WEEKEND AVAILABILITY and evening availability! LGBTQIA+ allied. They specialize in anxiety, mood, body image/self esteem concerns, addiction, divorce, and trauma. In person on Tatum&Shea or Telehealth. NO WAIT LIST. Hope Canyon Counseling Se centra en la depresión prenatal y posparto y ofrece una consulta gratuita de 15 minutos para ver si es una buena opción. Empowering You Therapy Ubicado en Tempe. Empowering You Therapy trata a adultos y adolescentes de 13 años en adelante. Especializado en ansiedad, depresión, trastorno de estrés postraumático, trauma, TOC, TDAH, duelo, cambios de vida, problemas de imagen corporal, problemas de relación y problemas de autoestima. EMDR, TCC, TCD, IFS y enfoques eclécticos. Pago privado que varía entre $140 y $150 por sesión. Disponibilidad de citas algunas semanas y disponibilidad por la noche. En persona y telemedicina. Kids Nook Counseling 8687 E Vía de Ventura, ste. 308 Scottsdale, Arizona 85258 Teléfono: (480) 256-9787; Todo pago por cuenta propia, admisión: $350, sesiones $200; Neurodivergencia, EMDR, terapia de juego; De 4 a 10 años. Terapia de la aurora boreal Northern Lights is one of the only available therapy agencies in the city of Maricopa, and they are absolutely amazing. They work with couples, adults, children, teens and specialize in working with veterans, first responders, and those with PTSD. EMDR, sand tray therapy, group, and family therapy include some of their modalities. Reset Counseling & Wellness Si necesita terapia individual con especialidad en trastornos de la alimentación y trastornos del estado de ánimo. También ofrecemos terapia de grupo, terapia de pareja, etc., esta práctica puede ayudarlo. Actualmente fuera de la red. Asesoramiento de Jen Roberts Takes all ages and accepts UHC, Aetna, Optum, Cigna. Specialties: trauma, eating disorders, and perinatal concerns but open to all. Located in Flagstaff. Nuevo sol Ally & I have both worked with Kara in the past as well, and can verify that she is great along with Eric. She has strong experience with EMDR/trauma, as well as adults, couples, families, children, and adolescents. Terapia con limonero Julia is in *incredible* therapist who specializes in neurodivergent mothers! Fertility, postpartum & pregnancy. In person in Scottsdale and telehealth available. Therapy is affordable! Asesoramiento de vida plena Specializations in Littles, military, police, first responders w/ a social justice lens, EMDR.. and there is a THERAPY DOG ON SITE. Enough said. Wait list is currently until October, sadly. Centro de compasión Arguably the best place to receive grief counseling in the state of Arizona. Specialization in grief counseling, trauma, older adults, child grief, LGBTQIA+ affirming. Take Aetna, BCBS. On a waitlist at the moment, but will have openings in the next 3-4 weeks. Some afternoon/weekend appointments but not any open at the moment. Openings with interns for low cost sessions. El siguiente paso Absolutely LOVE these therapists. They are amazing and offer appointments in the office, at home, or online for ages 5+. They specialize in trauma, grief, loss, abuse, depression, anxiety...basically everything. They'll be expanding to Saturdays soon. Located in Gilbert. Remedios para el bienestar y la curación Works with teens, young adults and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma. Currently self pay, but will hopefully be paneled with bcbs, Aetna and united in the next few months. Sinergia AZ (Carly Kerr) Specialization in Trans, LGBTQIA+, EMDR, Life transitions and relationship problems. Individual counseling. Accepts private pay & aetna. CalmOCD Individual and intensive OCD treatment. Waitlist is present but you can call for a free consultation to see if this is a good fit. Located in Scottsdale. Centro de Identidad de Género The GIC works with youth, adults, and families. They note they work with those who are "transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, genderqueer, or just exploring," and can provide referral letters for transitions if necessary. They use modalities such as art, individual, group, family, EMDR, and parent support for the best outcomes for their clients. I strongly recommend checking out the GIC. Terapia Thryve Laura is an incredible trauma therapist..she's actually just an incredible therapist. I would strongly recommend her to ANYONE. She is currently only private pay. She offers in person and telehealth appointments. Caminos hacia la conexión This is an incredible group of people and I would be happy to see any of these therapists see our patients. I've worked with quite a few of them personally, and they are incredible. Some insurances accepted. Asesoramiento de Flourish Karen Gordon (she/her) is located in Scottsdale and specializes in traumatic grief, maternal mental health, and trauma. She offers EMDR + brainspotting (learn more about that here ). She takes BCBS + Aetna. Servicios de asesoramiento y empoderamiento sexual de Arizona Jennifer Monninger, LCSW is an AASECT certified sex therapist and works with adults with any sexuality-related concerns -- both individuals and couples. She notes specialties such as addictive behaviors, affairs, BDSM, fetishes, high conflict, painful intercourse, polyamory, sexual dysfunction, and infertility. Mara Hofmann Mara Hofmann specializes in working with the LGBTQ+ population. They currently accept BCBS, see in-person clients (east valley) along with providing telehealth services. She has extensive experience working with all ages and is a gender-affirming therapist. Terapia de dejarse llevar Specializations in parenting LGBTQA+ teens, anxiety, depression, panic, trauma. Currently private pay only but a great office! Vientos de cambio Specialties: "couples Counseling with a specialty in sexual intimacy challenges such as sexual trauma, infidelity, infertility, and medical concerns, as well as EMDR for individuals." Bienestar Sinnergy Specializations in all eating disorders + nutrition, groups, nutritional assessment Salud conductual de Beckstein This practice specializes in trauma, complex trauma, attachment wounds, dissociation, and perfectionism. They see kids 8 and up, adolescents and adults for general mental health as well. They accept BCBS, Cigna + Aetna. Equilibrio interior Specializations in DID, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance use, trauma & also LGBTQIA+ affirming. Asesoramiento La Puerta del Destino In person only, play therapy, CBT, sand tray therapy, EMDR. Asesoramiento de capítulos y páginas Located in Phoenix and available for telehealth. Specialization in neurodivergence. Accept Cigna, UHC & Tri Care. Doctor Babinski Specializations in perinatal, family conflict. Offers individual, couple and family counseling. Can offer court evaluations. Office available in Gilbert. Centro de asesoramiento de Flagstaff Ages 5+. Specialization in trauma, relationship, couples & individual. Many therapists available. ADHD diagnoses, children, relational abuse. Take BCBS. Fomentar la salud conductual (Jessica Hardman) Specialization in familes, childhood behavioral issues, ADHD, coparenting, DBT, LGBTQIA+ ally, ASD, depression, anxiety, marriage therapy. ARA Individual, family & couples counseling.. Specializations in adoption and mindfulness, among other things. Spanish speaking available. Salud mental a base de vidrio marino Ages: 14+ Telehealth Therapy modalities: CBT, EMDR, DBT, Gottman, mindfulness, ACT Asesoramiento Sun Ridge Open to new clients ages 15+. Self pay $150 and telehealth. Availability within a week. Openings M-F daytime and evening. Work with BPD, PTSD, Anxiety, and ADHD using EMDR, DBT, and ego state work. Asesoramiento de Ondas Claras Telehealth. Currently taking Cigna and BCBS with other insurances pending. Self pay $125. Ages 16+. Ecclectic approach, providing EMDR as well. Specializing with anxiety, trauma, attachment issues, parenting, life transitions. Same week appointments available. Aquí Contigo Terapia PLLC Ages: 18+. Centered in depth-oriented healing. Certified in traumatic grief and in developmental trauma through NeuroAffective Relational Model Approach. Extensive history with therapeutic art. Specialized with LGBTQIA+ personally/professionally. Cost: self-pay, out of network Wait: Immediate openings and flexible for after work and possibly weekends if needed. Currently only virtual/telehealth. Bienestar positivo Âges: 18+ Modalities: EMDR, SF, DBT, MI Ins: Cigna & Aetna Length of time for appointment : current openings Appt times offered: evening, morning, weekend. Speciality: Women trauma Telehealth only Asesoramiento de la ruta de guía Ages: Adults 20+ Therapy modalities offered: Mainly use IFS, and pull in narrative, mindfulness, and a bit of DBT Self pay only Immediate openings Monday-Thursday 9am-2pm Specialize in complex ptsd/attachment trauma, relationship issues, and anxiety. Telehealth only Salud mental de la trinidad Location- virtual in California and Arizona Age range: 7+ Superbills provided to all clients. Specializations: Spanish speaking; body focused repetitive behavior, cult survivorship, sexual abuse, car accidents, animal attacks Tus caminos internos North Phoenix and virtual Ages 5+ to adult BCBS, UHC, Aetna & Private pay $125-$150- sliding scale Trauma focused- C-PTSD, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Expressive Arts Therapy, Play Therapy-, Sand Tray, CBT- working with gifted and creative people, anxiety, depression LGBTQIA+ allied, stress management, cultural awareness Terapia del abrazo AZ Telehealth 13+ Aetna, UHC/Optum, private pay ($135-145/session) Trauma, LBGTQIA+, Couples, SMI on outpatient level, self harm recovery. Abrace la terapia familiar Location- Central Phoenix Age range- 5-18 Rate: $150/session (and sliding scale) Specializations- behavior, parenting, emotional regulation, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression. Contact info: 602-888-6349 Servicios de recuperación modernos Modern Recovery Services and Avery’s House Locations: Apache Junction, Tempe, North Scottsdale and virtual Age range: 11-17 Rate/ Ins: INN w/BCBS for IOP and PHP. OON for RTC. Rates vary for different levels of care. Specializations- Depression & Bipolar Disorder, Suicidal & Self-Harm Thoughts, Anxiety Disorders, Bullying & Victimization, ADHD or Attention Difficulties, Substance Use Disorders, Mood Swings & Anger PTSD. 602-694-9577 Michelle Johnston Works with adults, mostly men. Sex/porn, Codependence, structural dissociation/complex trauma and more. Use structural dissociation/Fraser’s table, EMDR, inner child work (post induction therapy). Private pay, in person and virtual. Have some immediate openings. No weekends. Asesoramiento Azafrán New private practice in Buckeye. Private pay only. I offer in person and Telehealth. Work with kids, teens, young adults for anxiety, depression, trauma and grief, Professional Adults counseling for anxiety, life transition, career, and grief. Relationship issues with couples/families. Play therapy, EFT, CBT, ERP and DBT. Openings weekdays afternoons and evenings and Saturday. Asesoramiento HaNefesh Aviya is an incredible therapist. Ages 14 and up. Some immediate availability. Currently self pay and Telehealth. Offer Sundays and during the work week. Specialize in trauma, suicidal ideation, self harm and quarter life crisis. DBT, expressive art, ART, am PIT trained, and use a holistic approach. Advocate with 504 plans and IEPs if needed. Darcy Elton Ages: 18+. Therapy modalities offered: IFS, DBT, ACT, CBT, existential, creative arts, psychodynamic, Gottman, anti oppressive lens.Aetna, Optum, United, Cigna, GEHA, among others + private pay. Evening appointments. LGBTQ+, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, systemic marginalization. In person, telehealth or both: Telehealth, licensed in AZ/WA/UT/OR/CO/MA/DC Terapia del árbol curativo Healing Tree Therapy LLC Ages: 18+ Therapy modalities: EMDR, structural dissociation/ parts work, DBT, CBT, sand tray play, person centered Insurances accepted: Aetna and United Availability: estimated few months for insurance and some immediate openings for cash pay Appointments offered: afternoons and evenings Populations: PTSD, LGBTQIA+, Dissociation, anxiety, etc In person and telehealth Located in south Scottsdale Recuperación del trauma religioso Erin sees clients via Telehealth and is a Religious Trauma Recovery Guide and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. She helps women holistically heal from religious trauma so that they can live fulfilling lives free from the limitations of their past. Now accepting new clients MTWF, some evening available. Dalila Montoya Point North Therapeutic Services Mesa/Gilbert CBT, DBT, Person- centered Aetna, BCBS, Cinga, cash pay Trauma, gender affirming care, postpartum care. Currently accepting clients 15+, Open availability in person and telehealth. Availability 9-3pm Mon-Friday weekends vary on client/case. Terapia de Conexión y Plenitud Ages: adult 18+. EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Meadows Model. Self pay. Immediate appointments w/ evening openings. Specialty is relational/childhood trauma, depression, anxiety, ptsd in person, telehealth or both: Both (located in north Scottsdale near Airpark on Acoma) Asesoramiento SmDuffy Location: Virtual. Licensed in AZ and IL. Age range: 14+. Aetna, UHC or self-pay $155. Specializations-Eating disorders, anxiety, sports performance/ injury recovery, life transitions/ stress Psicología de la introspección Location- North Scottsdale (in person and virtual) Age range- 3 to young adult Rate/ Ins- private/cash pay only $225+ Specializations- Child Psychologists who specialize in Therapy & Neuropsychological/Psychological Evaluations. Anxiety-related disorders, teen depression, OCD, family, ASD, ADHD, executive function, sports, learning disorders, and other neurodevelopmental disorders Asesoramiento de Karen Cobb Location: Gilbert/Mesa (Lindsay & Baseline), or Telehealth Age range:12+ Rate/ins: Private Pay $90 individual/ $125 couples/family Specialties: anger management/emotion regulation, depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, grief & loss, strengthening communication, improving self esteem, individual/family/couples. CBT, IFS, DBT, Trauma Certified. Sinergia saludable Healthy Synergy integrates fitness, mindfulness, and therapy. They work with adults and youth. They openly support a safe place for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC. Terapia Harbor's Edge Gilbert office - ages: 18+ - IFS/parts work, EMDR, narrative, DBT, attachment - Aetna or self-pay - immediate openings - open Mon-Fri 7-5 - Specialities: Trauma, sex therapy, LGBTQ+, gender work, codependency - in person & telehealth options Agencia del Área sobre el Envejecimiento Clinical Program serving Maricopa County residents 60 and older with Telehealth or in home therapy. In addition to Depression, Anxiety and Life adjustment , specialties include Trauma, Late Life DV and a Hoarding Therapy program. Variety of insurances and grant funding possible for trauma based on eligibility requirements. No private pay. Call the Senior Helpline at 602-264-4357. Ask for ElderVention. Mentalidades avanzadas Location- Telehealth in Arizona Age range- 12 and up Rate/ Ins- private pay $45 Specializations- teens, anxiety, autism, adhd, couples, families, parenting Puerto de sanación Location- Telehealth in Arizona Age range- 12 and up Rate/ Ins- private pay $45 Specializations- teens, anxiety, autism, adhd, couples, families, parenting El asesoramiento del puerto Located in Tempe. Ages 13+. BCBS, Optum, Aetna, Evernorth, immediate openings, M-F 10am-9pm and Sat by appointment, all populations welcome. In person and Telehealth available. One male and one female counselor available. Terapeuta centrado en el corazón Ages 4+ Play therapy, CBT, Medical Family Therapy, Solution Focused Self pay. Aetna starting 7/1 Immediate availability Evening and weekend appts available ASD, SUD, families, couples, life transitions Both in person in Gilbert and telehealth Buscando asesoramiento para la paz Rachelle Query specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, and uses CBT, mindfulness and EMDR. $200 intake + $150/session. She accepts BCBS + Aetna. She has expertise in navigating IEPs, 504B plans and the public education system. Asesoramiento de Dirección Verdadera True Direction is a practice in Gilbert which offers multiple therapists each with their own specialties (some include grief, anxiety, sexual identity, trauma, parent-child conflict, relationship issues, postpartum, and video game addictions). Insurances vary by provider, but all do accept BCBS, Aetna, and United/UMR. Dr. Foltz Emmons Dr. Emmons is a psychologist. She is essentially experienced in EVERYTHING for everyone -- she does DBT, CBT, family therapy, offers parenting support, and can help with grief, addiction, anxiety, depression, phobias, eating disorders.. you name it Servicios de salud conductual de Evolutions Dr. Mazzei is a health psychologist who specializes in medical-related conditions including chronic pain, health anxiety, eating issues, maternal concerns along with trauma, addiction, anxiety, and depression. She uses modalities of CBT, ACT, EMDR and hypnosis. She currently accepts BCBS, Optum + UHC. Asesoramiento de Flourish Karen Gordon (she/her) is located in Scottsdale and specializes in traumatic grief, maternal mental health, and trauma. She offers EMDR + brainspotting (learn more about that here ). She takes BCBS + Aetna. Asesoramiento MW Michelle Wayman (she/her) is a therapist who specializes in women, adolescents, and children who feel overwhelmed. She offers Synergistic Play Therapy along with Christian counseling. She is a Harry Potter fan too, so bonus points there. Asesoramiento Maier Group practice located in Scottsdale and Mesa offering individual, family, and couples therapy for kids to adults. They specialize in LGBTQ+, trauma healing, and interpersonal relationships. Private pay but ask for a significant discount for veterans and first responders. Terapia de Christin Emberlin Christin works with adults 18+ throughout the state of AZ using telehealth services. She specializes in addiction and trauma, and is trained in SE, EMDR, sex addiction, and Pia Mellody's work. She has experience working with veterans and when not working in private practice, she works with college students. Bienestar del ciervo blanco Free consults via phone or video. Payment: self pay, HSA, Aetna and Optum. Availability: Mon-Thurs 9-5, current immediate openings Population: ages 6 to 70. DBT, anxiety, depressiion, mood, ADHD, anxiety do, trauma healing, dbt and mindfulness 1:1 skill training or in session, self esteem and empowerment, spirituality and meaning and purpose, inner child healing. Session location: via telehealth! Sanación del trauma reconectado Currently specializing in the rapid reduction of trauma symptoms -- typically people will work with a primary therapist and add on with Rewired. They take BCBS, UBH + Optum, and mainly see adults. They offer modalities such as brainspotting, psychodrama, emotion + body code, HEALY frequency as well as other techniques. Grupo Clínico Corazón Conectado Age: 5+ up to adulthood Location: telehealth. Private pay only Specializations: trauma, family dynamics, ADHD, ASD, school behavior problems Vida bien arraigada Kirsten Powell, LCSW owns this practice is in North Scottsdale. She currently specializes in grief, loss, trauma and the birth to age 5 population. She offers brainspotting. She accepts Tricare, Medicare, UMR, Humana, UHC, Aetna + BCBS, and also has rates for private pay. Recuperación de un punto de inflexión Located in Maricopa. Provides court ordered DUI and domestic violence treatment and individual EMDR therapy for adults. She is all cash pay. Asesoramiento de moda Location: Tucson (online only) Ages 5 and up Rate/Insurance: BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, Humana, UHC/ 145.00 Specializations : trauma, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, anxiety, self harm Terapia dedicada a la libélula Adults ages 18+. Issues relating to anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship conflict, chronic health stress, work related stress, and trauma. Accelerated Resolution Therapy as a trauma modality. Located in North Phoenix. Insurance: Medicare, Cigna, Aetna, BCBS, and United Healthcare. Sarah Crawford Virtual (based on central Phx) I work w parents who have children under age 5. $195/session Attachment relationships, trauma, intergenerational trauma, helping parents who had unhealthy early childhood experiences give their children healthy approaches to parenting - tantrums, anger, fears, etc. Terapia en un pueblo del desierto Location- Tucson Age range- 3-19 Rate/ in- Cigna, Aetna, Oxford, Oscar, UHC. Specializations- play therapy, theraplay, Autplay/ neurodivergence, and trauma Floración consciente AZ Gilbert, AZ (val vista/baseline) Ages 4-14 Private pay $135 Adhd, maladaptive behavior, emotion management, anxiety and depression In person, virtual, weekday and weekend openings available Centro de bienestar Luca Location- 1347 N. Alma School Rd., Suite 200 Chandler, AZ 85224 Age range- 8- up Rate/ Ins- BCBS and Aetna soon. Specializations- children youth and families - trauma and family issues. Mundo hipnótico Specialize in trauma, sex & relationships and anxiety disorders. Medical hypnosis and talk therapy. Can help with weight loss, stopping smoking, eating disorders, insomnia, etc with medical hypnosis. Therapy in people’s homes, house calls basically or telehealth.Sliding scale fees available. Some weekend openings (Sundays) for telehealth only. Sarah Schadewald 100% virtual out of Chandler. Aetna, United and Cigna and will be accepting BCBS this fall. Ccertified in DBT, Perinatal MH (PMH-C) and in Eating Disorders. Niche populations are body image/disordered eating patterns and life transitions, millennial and gen z age bracket. Anxiety and Depression, as well as adjustment disorders. Appointments are available 8am-3pm. Centro de Convenciones Phoenix Rising Adults/couples and specialize in developmental trauma and PTSD utilizing EMDR & IFS. Located in old town and private pay only. No weekends and my latest appt time is 5pm. Currently scheduling new clients 3 weeks out. Asesoramiento y terapia artística en Scottsdale - Ages 10-adult - Individual & family - in person & telehealth - Private pay, w SuperBill - Expressive Art Therapy, EMDR, Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapy, Integrative, IFS informed parts work - Specialties: Trauma, Mood Disorder, LGBTQ+, High Achievers/ Gifted - Immediate availability; Mon-Thurs Sala de teleterapia CBT, ERP, somatic, solution focused We have immediate availability, telehealth only Private pay with slide availability Work with anxiety/ocd, perinatal/maternal, fertility challenges, trauma Certified in anxiety and trauma treatment. Groeschl de invierno Therapist in Tempe that offers support to those struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating and body image support. Accept United and can provide a superbill for out of network. In person on Wednesdays currently and virtual! Adults and teens. Works with those struggling with substance use, anxiety, depression life transitions etc., LGBTQIA affirming; explores intersectionality within the systems of oppression that exist and how clients can slowly center forwards radical authenticity in spaces they feel safe. Psicología de la introspección Located in North Scottsdale (telehealth also offered) and offer both testing/evaluation and therapy for children, teens, and young adults. Ages: 4-25 (and older for evaluations) Therapy modalities offered: CBT, ACT, PCIT, ERP, attachment-based family therapy, SPACE, and psychologist & neuropsychological evaluations. Private pay only. Currently immediate availability. Monday - Thursday 7am - 4pm. ADHD, ASD, learning disabilities, giftedness, 2E, anxiety, teen depression, OCD, perfectionism, panic attacks, parent-child relationship issues, phobias/intense fears, and sports/performance anxiety. Terre Cohen Trípoli Men in transition, women in transition, college age, LGBTQ+ Ally, and culturally aware. Gottman Trained relationship therapist and Certified Gottman Trainer. No insurance for couples therapy. BCBSAZ for individual therapy and self pay. Primarily telehealth. Conexiones auténticas Work with couples and adult individuals through Emotionally Focused therapy -Immediate openings -In Scottsdale and virtual! -private pay $140 and can offer sliding scale if requested Kim Leversee Located in Gilbert at Core Connect Wellness Center. I see clients from 12 and up. Works frequently with teens - teens on probation. I also work with those struggling with substance abuse, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, trauma. Use Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). Solution Focussed Accept Aetna and cash pay Sanando en la Verdad Solo private practice in Chandler (Tempe border). Men and women 18-65 and teen girls 15 and up. EMDR trained, specialize in first responders, and trained in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Works with past childhood attachment and how it impacts current romantic relationships, and postpartum issues. Curación y bienestar Durand Multiple therapists to choose from. Several who are EMDR trained. Specialize in grief, trauma, addiction and chronic pain and chronic illnesses. BCBS and Aetna insurance. Ages 10+. Telehealth only. Evening appointments. Availability within 1-2 weeks Matt Sandoval Ages 18+. Therapy modalities offered: ACT, EFT, and CBT. Self-pay Some weeknights and Saturdays. Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Couples, Faith Tranistions. Telehealth only. Curación y bienestar Durand Multiple therapists to choose from. Several who are EMDR trained. Specialize in grief, trauma, addiction and chronic pain and chronic illnesses. BCBS and Aetna insurance. Ages 10+. Telehealth only. Evening appointments. Availability within 1-2 weeks
- Dr. Bre Chamoff, DNP, PMHNP-BC | Pediatric & Trauma-Informed Psychiatric Care | Paperflower Psychiatry
Dr. Bre Chamoff, DNP, PMHNP-BC, specializes in pediatric psychiatric care with a focus on trauma, ADHD, and brain-gut connections. Offering compassionate care to children, adolescents, and young adults across Arizona. Now accepting new patients Dr. Bre Chamoff, DNP, PMHNP-BC, CPNP-BC Bre (like the cheese) Chamoff (She/Her) is triple board certified in pediatric primary care, pediatric critical care, and psychiatric mental health. She has been a nurse practitioner for nearly a decade working in various pediatric settings. She is passionate about care for kids, adolescents, and young adults. Her prescribing philosophy is meds are not first line, unless they absolutely need to be. The team effort between provider and patient is to get that spark back, let your beams shine bright, and use all options to get there. She commonly says her “drug of choice” is human connection, and this certainly bodes well for fostering a team approach with her patients to make a plan that suits them. Bre has worked in pediatric GI specializing in illnesses such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and functional constipation and how those are experienced both physically and emotionally. She has a particular interest in brain-gut connections and the impact on mental health and behavior. She was also one of the first 2 nurse practitioners who started the pediatric trauma program at Queens Medical Center in Hawaii. She has since spent much of her time working inpatient at Flagstaff Medical Center on general pediatrics and in the pediatric ICU. She has a blunt and comical (mostly when appropriate) approach, because life is hard and no one gets out alive. Bre currently resides in Flagstaff, AZ. In her free time, you can find Bre Snowboarding , traveling to live music to any number of bands including Tool, Gojira, Daughter, Carina Round, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, System of a Down, Elton John, Bon Iver, Puscifer, Primus or Tim McGraw (to name an eclectic few), reading books galore, or begging her friends to play board games with her. She has a ’73 VW bus named Clementine (who sometimes starts and sometimes does not start, but Clementine’s charm is not dependent on her reliability, or the lack thereof) and a 6 yo Bengal named Ananda, who runs the show entirely. As you’ll note in Bre’s Q&A she is verbose and rarely lacking the words she needs to overly express her interests and ideas with many caveats and sidebars. She offers both an apology and congratulations for this. *only taking new pediatric patients* Pediatric Mental Health Bre is an expert in pediatric mental health encompassing ADHD, autism, sensory procesing, mood, anxiety, and trauma. Medical With a background in acute pediatric care, Bre is an excellent resource for kids with co-existing medical conditions or gastrointestinal problems. Adolescent Mental Health Teenagers can be hard to connect with -- but they will appreciate Bre's humor and energy and may (well, hopefully) look forward to visits with her. Q&A What is your favorite movie? Of all time: Almost Famous; Disney: Emperor’s New Groove But to be fair my second language is movie quotes; I’d say I’m fluent. Favorite superhero? I always try to have a more unique one but the truth is, it’s Superman. I love that he’s just unassuming Clark Kent, then off saving folks, then back to glasses wearing, run of the mill Clark Kent. Big fan. If you could have a superpower, what superpower would you pick? Easy! I ask people this all the time! Teleportation. I could see all my favorite people anytime, travel to all live music, without leaving any carbon detriment, and minimizing travel time. Very efficient. Favorite bands/singer? Tool without question. But, music is my insides on the outsides. I love music so very deeply. I spend most of my spare time on live music, and traveling to live music. I am not personally musically inclined, but I am a big-time consumer for sure. I have a pretty wide array of likes. Indie. Folk. Bluegrass. Metal. Country. And that is certainly not the end of it. I collect vinyl because I like how it sounds despite its wild inconvenience. If you had 3 wishes, what would you wish for? Selfishly: (1) the ability to speak all languages fluently (2) to see a new and varied sunset in every place of the world (3) an eidetic memory (wish 3.5: Limitless quantities of Cinnamon Toast Crunch accompanied by free dental care for life) Broad and esoterically: -that every individual has a true inherent fundamental drive to first understand themselves, then understand others, and only then attempt to altruistically affect change. I read a bumper sticker yesterday that said “everyone is just doing their best…. And that is fucking terrifying” Hearrrrrrd that! What is your favorite food? Okay, are you asking what is my death row meal? Or what is my favorite day to day food? Because my death row meal is for sure next day spaghetti! don’t give me fresh spaghetti. Make it the day before, let it sit all night, and then microwave it- that’s my last meal! Day to day I have a gnarly sweet tooth. So on second thought back to the 3 wishes I think I’ll just take lifetime dental care. 😏 What are you most passionate about in the mental health field? Access to care for kids and adolescents. Offering a true partnership where the child is considered an active person with meaningful thoughts, feelings, and experiences. What are some experiences you have had that make you unique? My mental health nursing rotation in undergrad was in a study abroad program in Belfast, Norther Ireland. This was illuminating to see psychiatric care offered in a different and social model. I have a long strong background in pediatric medicine and that offers a robust amount of experience working with complicated pediatric illnesses. I went to 9+ schools as a child (not a military brat, just life circumstances) so adapting to change is a superpower I gained at a young age out of necessity. This just means I regard most strangers as “friends I haven’t met yet”. I went to Ecuador for 3 months to learn Spanish, then System of a Down went on tour so I came back early for a concert. Learning Spanish is still a life goal of mine. I own a 73 VW bus named Clementine. In an ideal world, she would be my traveling office (she breaks down too much, but I still love her). What is your philosophy on using medication to treat mental health for kids? I believe medicine, like many other things is a tool. I like to explain it this way: consider depression, anxiety, trauma, aggression, etc as broken glass on the ground. We can clean it up without tools like a broom, or without shoes on, but it’s messier and more difficult that way. Using the right tools is going to make it both easier and safer. Sometimes one shoe is therapy, maybe the other shoe is medicine, and maybe the broom is family dynamics. Medication is rarely the singular fix for anything (except for maybe in diabetes), it’s an adjunct for symptom management. It also can allow for healing to occur. Medication is not always forever, and its not always the right choice. It so situationally based, and more complicated than one blanket approach applies to all. Generally, I’m pretty conservative, but not afraid to consider meds when they are an appropriate tool. I am a firm believer in collaboration with my patients and parents. I won’t give teens a medicine they don’t want. Medicine is not the only option, I’m a big believer that work is often necessary when it comes to caring for our mental health, and that involves the whole family unit, nothing exists in a vacuum. Everyone is unique, sometimes we use all tools all at once, sometimes we try them on differently, it’s about the individual. I’m also a big proponent of natural and holistic remedies, but they are not without potential for harm themselves and I think it necessary to be mindful of risk and benefit of any and all interventions. We have to be mindful of all things that affect our neurochemicals, to include many things we forget to consider like caffeine, sleep, exercise etc. If a patient is nervous about an evaluation, especially when talking about tough things like trauma or sexual abuse, what would you want them to know? Getting to the deep dark stuff is one of the hardest things we ever do, so before you do it know this is a safe space without judgement. I won’t make any decisions about your care without you, you’re in control here. So, first know you’re not alone. Second, those experiences don’t define you. Sometimes healing is a process in patience; I ask that you be patient with you and all that comes up, and patient with this process as I walk alongside you through it. Sometimes we need to say “not today satan” and table that stuff, which is perfectly fine. Others we jump in, like I said, it’s a process. Most importantly that process isn’t always linear and that’s okay too. There’s a meme somewhere that says something like ‘sometimes life is messy, sometimes life is beautiful, most the time it’s both’. That feels a little too flowery for some of the deep dark shenanigans we go through, but at the end of the days it’s not total crap. Talk to us about working with divorced families, coparenting or families in turmoil? This can get dang hairy. in initial evals it’s important in my book to set the precedent and expectation. Both parents have to be on board, and while that’s often difficult, I feel good about being firm in support of this model. There’s no room for separate meetings or visits, playing ping pong between warring forces. I’m not generally a proponent of avoiding, or releasing families, solely due to parental conflict because the only person there who suffers is the child who can’t get the care they need. I’m willing to be a force when needed to facilitate the forward motion of care for the child. My initial approach is always attempting to understand the perception of each person, the intention of each and then collectively identify a common goal. If I’m right, and I hope I am, we’re all attempting to achieve what is best for the child. When there is an impasse, I tend to get direct and blunt singularly with parents. It’s important to be factual. This has been really effective historically. If you read this and feel you want to go on this wild ride with me, just know I can be spicy, but it’s in an effort to achieve a common goal. Do you have any personal experiences regarding mental health you are open to sharing? I am an open book but find the specifics to be more beneficially shared contextually. I wouldn’t want to wallop the world with my history on a website, but I’ve been through some doozies. My own “colorful” experiences if you will. It makes me feel really comfortable talking about legitimately anything. I often tell my patients there’s a slim chance I haven’t discussed anything you’re able to bring to the table, so hit me with it and let’s dive in. I also have an interest in non-traditional medicines, including the use of entheogens for further treatment and exploration of mental health disorders in future practice. Talk to us about the overlap of physical and mental health for kids. Physical and mental health aren’t entirely separate, and while our medical model and approach treats it that way, they are deeply integrated. It has been astounding to see how many kids are left untreated regarding mental health for an enumerate number of reasons. We live in an unprecedented time and continue to attempt to apply historical solutions to it. While that’s not fully unexpected as we have to go with what we know, we also have to ask ourselves how much of the mental health disparity that we see in adults could be mitigated if approached in childhood. On the other hand, I’m not a fan of pathologizing childhood behavior to made them more compliant to a world that expects them not to be kids: an approach at balance is the key (cliches are true for a reason). I think my experience with complex medical illnesses is going to translate well in terms of my ability to communicate and combine holistic care with both pediatric patients and parents. I also have a keen eye to ferret out medical and mental health causes separately and in conjunction. Do you have experience in working with non-binary and trans kids? Yes definitely! In fact, I originally chose endocrine as my area of specialty focus. So I started meeting with pediatric patients interested in delaying puberty at the onset of my career as a student NP. This was in 2013. Since then, I have encountered a wide array of patients across the spectrum of trans, non-binary, questioning, and more. I am a big proponent of self-expression and exploration. I am a big fan of helping my patients feel seen and actualized and sometimes that includes bridging the conversation with loved ones and being a support in that time. What are your thoughts on screen time and social media for kids and teens? I think a blanket statement here isn’t going to work. Like anything else, no absolute is the answer. I think when we fully restrict social media children/teens experience a sense of isolation, with full unabridged free reign they can experience any number of things including grooming or bullying, and can be the victim or perpetrator of such. I think with anything, active presence and engagement from the caregiver with mutually agreed upon structure and boundaries is going to be a solid approach. Too much of anything isn’t great. The stimulation of imagination to aid in the progression of developmental stages is best served with varied experiences, they cannot all be garnered from a screen. That is not to even touch on the secondary medical difficulties such as sedentary lifestyle leading to obesity and insulin resistance, and visual decline. With all of that in mind, never in my life have I said to a patient “okay 2 hours of screen time a day” and that happened. So instead, I ask families, would it be possible, once per day, when you go to watch TV, or look at the tablet or phone, you set a timer and do anything else that’s not screen related until the timer goes off (ironically said timer is typically on a phone screen, we can’t win them all). That’s a manageable task, and reduces it by a little. Small achievable changes are often the name of the game. My personal stance on screen time is it isn’t great, would love to decrease it. But my personal stance on going to the gym is that I should be going more, and I’m literally eating cheese its at 10:30 pm while I write this so life is messy and hard, and we have to make the goals achievable and do what we can!
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Tabitha Arey, PMHNP-BC, offers trauma-informed psychiatric care at Paperflower Psychiatry. Specializing in mental health for children, teens, and adults, including foster care and substance use disorders. Now accepting new patients across Arizona. Tabitha Arey, MSN, PMHNP-BC Tabitha is a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with experience working with kids and teens in the foster care system, adults experiencing substance use disorders, and patients in the Trauma/Neuro ICU and COVID ICU experiencing extreme mental and physical trauma and loss. These experiences have affirmed her passion for mental health care and obsession with the fascinating and resilient nature of the human brain and people’s ability to overcome adversity. She also just generally enjoys helping others find ways to effectively cope with the bittersweetness of living, parenting, and experiencing joy in today’s social, environmental, and political climate. Her two small humans and two rescue pups keep her on her toes and provide plenty of laughter and chaos on the daily. We can confirm she has a dark sense of humor, dislikes talking about herself and will vibe with you if you're socially awkward. Neurodivergence Tabitha offers neurodivergence evaluations for autism and ADHD -- and she is an incredibly affirming presence even if you choose to go the self diagnosis route. Ketamine Tabitha will be offering Ketamine evaluations and IM administration at our Tempe location on select days. Substance Use Finding a provider who thoroughly understands and can not be judgmental in terms of treating co-existing substance use disorders can be difficult - but Tabitha is definitely your person for this. Q&A What is your favorite movie? I’m more of a TV show person, but favorite movies would include Star Wars, Avatar, and Interstellar. Favorite Superhero: Deadpool – simply for the laughs and dark humor. But Dr. Strange and Gamora are close runner ups since they are smart and badass and whatnot. If you could have a superpower, what superpower would you pick? Time travel – pretty sure I would thrive as a cavewoman. Favorite bands/singer? I am unapologetically a product of the 90’s, so my taste in music is all over the place – some faves include Radiohead, Blink-182, Jack Johnson, or any 90’s hip hop. If you had 3 wishes, what would you wish for? to live right next to a mountain so I could hike every day, an end to fighting/war in the name of religion, and free health care for all. Tell me a fun fact about yourself: If I had to choose another career, I’d be a marine biologist. I’ve been a scuba instructor since my early 20’s and I’m lowkey obsessed with the weird creatures in the ocean (octopus, jellyfish, nudibranchs) and love diving with sharks. Tell us about your pets: I have 2 rescue doggos. The grumpy old lady Zoe is an 11-year-old Chi-weenie who weighs 9lbs and is [obviously] the alpha. The big ol’ doofus Lincoln is a 6-year-old heeler/pitbull/dalmatian mix with tall/skinny legs, which makes him resemble an AT-AT robot from Star Wars. What are you most passionate about in the mental health field? : I mean – all of it. But if I have to pick one thing it would be ending stigma. We have come a long way, but there’s still so much shame and secrecy surrounding mental illness. Stigma just perpetuates and compounds the problems experienced by people with a mental health diagnosis. Being able to openly share and seek help without fear of judgment is the best way to realize we’re all human and we’re in this together. What are your thoughts about treating adult ADHD?: I think treatment depends on how it affects your everyday life, which can vary greatly from person to person. Being diagnosed in adulthood is becoming more common as we begin to understand how people (especially women) adapt, compensate, and mask symptoms of neurodivergence from an early age and may not match textbook definitions. If a patient is nervous about an evaluation, especially when talking about tough things like trauma or sexual abuse, what would you want them to know? You certainly don’t have to tell me anything you don’t want to. It does help to have a clear picture of your history to differentiate between symptoms of trauma and other diagnoses; however, this is entirely up to you if you wish to share or not. I will ask in a general way, and you can give as much or as little info as you want. I have plenty of personal and professional experience with processing traumatic events, so you don’t have to feel alone in your tough experiences ever. What are other things you feel could be beneficial to improve mental health other than medications?: I’m a big advocate for therapy, especially if you find a therapist you vibe with and can be completely honest with. There’s also so much research supporting the effects of nutrition, exercise, sleep, and sunlight on mental health, so despite them being almost everyone’s least favorite solution – they can be a game changer. What is your philosophy on using medication to treat mental health? Are medications lifelong? : Medication for mental health can be lifesaving – I have no doubt about this. However, I understand why a person may be hesitant to try this option due to many factors, such as side effects, stigma, and general misconceptions about some meds. I do think there are many ways to approach mental health treatment and medications are only one potential piece of the puzzle. I believe medications can, in most cases, support a struggling individual in a way that allows them to not have to spend so much energy just to keep their head above water. As a result, they can instead use that energy to engage in therapy and/or other services that can help complete that mental health care puzzle and lead to more long-term solutions. The duration of medication for mental health depends entirely on the risk versus benefit for each person, and it is ultimately your choice if you decide medications aren’t right for you for any reason. Do you have any personal experiences regarding mental health you are open to sharing? sharing? I have definitely had my own experiences in mental health care throughout my life, and that is a part of what led me to this field. I think that making it through the things I’ve made it through has solidified my belief that anyone can persevere and thrive despite any setback, adversity, or shitty situation. Tell us about the intersection between your experience in the neuro ICU and psychiatry?: Neuro ICU taught me so much about how even just the smallest of changes in our brains can alter so many aspects of everyday lives including language, balance, memory, learning, motor function – everything. It was also a place where many people were experiencing the worst days of their lives at a young age due to head trauma, strokes, and other similar things. This environment nudged me into having the absolute honor of holding parent’s/spouse’s/children’s hands while guiding them through the devastating process of unexpected loss, giving me the constant reminder that there are only 2 guarantees in life: birth and death; everything in between is what we make of it. Taking care of our meat suits – especially the noggin portion can make our time here more enjoyable.