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Psychotherapy

If you are experiencing problems in your life, would like psychotherapy and live in or near Phoenix, Arizona, call Sandra Nettles at 602.750.8051.

Problems You May Be Experiencing

The following is a list of possible problems you may be experiencing, along with links to web pages that describe the problems in more detail and approaches for addressing the problems. Note that this table is not meant to substitute for a qualified diagnosis.

Problem
Approach
Marriage problems Marriage Counseling
Partner problems Couples Counseling
Anger that interferes with your life, relationships, or career Anger Management
Sadness that is extended and severe Depression Counseling
Anxiety that is beyond normal nervousness Anxiety Counseling
Problems that women frequently encounter Woman's Issues
Family problems that involve an adolescent Troubled Teens
An old loss that still troubles you Grief Counseling
The loss of a pet Pet Loss Counseling
Extreme mood swings Bipolar Disorder
Problems maintaining appropriate boundaries Assertiveness Training
Chronic stress Stress Management
Problems following a major traumatic experience Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Uncertainty over your goals for your life Life Coach
Problems concerning ending a marriage or relationship and moving on with your life Divorce Recovery
An obsession with sex or sexual activities that causes you severe problems Sexual Addiction
Issues revolving around your identity as a transgender individual Transgender Counseling
Issues revolving around your identity as a lesbian, gay, or bisexual individual Lesbian, Gay, or Bisexual Counseling
Significant changes in your life that are causing you problems Life Issues
Any other issue that affects your emotions, thoughts, or relationships See below

The types of problems that humans encounter, and that Sandra is trained to help people with, are too numerous to decribe on this web site. If you feel you have a problem not listed here, please call Sandra at 602.750.8051 to discuss your situation. Although the approach Sandra will use will depend on the exact nature of the problem, she will often use techniques such as those described below.

General Psychotherapy Approach

  • Talk About the Problems. Sandra will listen and ask questions to help you identify and clarify the problems.
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. By learning to identify your triggers, thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and consequences, you can learn to take better control of your actions.
  • Strengths Counseling. Sandra will help you identify strengths that you can employ to solve your problems.
  • Assignments. Sandra will give you exercises that will help you develop new skills and new patterns of thoughts and behaviors.

Benefits of Psychotherapy

  • Insight and skills to better manage your life
  • Improved relationships (intimate, family, friends, career)
  • Increased satisfaction

Psychotherapy in Phoenix, Arizona

A psychotherapist can help you improve the quality of your life. Call 602.750.8051 if you would like to talk to Sandra Nettles about psychotherapy.