Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Arizona
Advocatus Counseling was founded on the principle of providing evidence-based psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. Our approach emphasizes emotional stability, learning from life experiences, and building healthy relationships. With over 15 years of experience in behavioral health, our founder has worked across diverse settings including inpatient, outpatient, and juvenile detention facilities. We specialize in addressing trauma, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and family conflicts using certified interventions like TF-CBT and DBT. Our bilingual services in American Sign Language and English reflect our commitment to cultural competence.Telehealth options ensure accessibility for clients in Arizona and Texas. We prioritize personalized care, combining clinical expertise with compassionate support to help clients achieve meaningful life changes. Our team holds certifications in Motivational Interviewing, TARGET model therapy, and Anger Replacement Therapy. We serve children, adolescents, and adults, offering clinical supervision for mental health professionals. Our mission remains focused on facilitating wellness through intentional, trauma-informed treatment strategies.
Services
Cognitive-Behavior Therapy
Trauma-Focused CBT
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
Tele-Mental Health
Clinical Supervision
Anger Management
Substance Abuse Treatment
Trauma Recovery
Highlights and features
- 15+ years of experience in diverse behavioral health settings
- Bilingual services in American Sign Language and English
- Certified in evidence-based interventions like TF-CBT and DBT
- Telehealth accessibility across Arizona and Texas
- Specialized trauma-informed treatment approaches
Associations and certifications
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
Services
Cognitive-Behavior Therapy
Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors. This evidence-based approach increases awareness of unhealthy patterns, teaching practical skills for emotional regulation and problem-solving. Our therapists use CBT to treat anxiety, depression, and various mental health conditions.
Trauma-Focused CBT
Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT) addresses trauma-related issues in children, adolescents, and adults. This certified intervention helps process traumatic experiences through structured techniques. We use TF-CBT for treating PTSD, abuse recovery, and complex trauma symptoms in both individual and family contexts.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) develops skills in mindfulness, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Our DBT-informed approach helps clients manage intense emotions and improve relationships. This therapy benefits those struggling with self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and borderline personality traits.
Family Systems Therapy
Family Systems Therapy examines relationship dynamics and communication patterns. We help families resolve conflicts and improve understanding through collaborative sessions. This approach addresses family conflict, parenting challenges, and intergenerational trauma across diverse family structures.
Tele-Mental Health Services
Tele-Mental Health Services provide accessible care through secure video conferencing. We offer individual therapy sessions for Arizona and Texas residents. Our HIPAA-compliant platform maintains confidentiality while offering flexibility for clients with scheduling or mobility challenges.
People
Ben Ayantola
Founder and Manager
Licensed Professional Counselor with 15+ years in behavioral health. Specializes in trauma therapy, certified in TF-CBT and DBT. Holds Arizona and Texas licenses, fluent in ASL and English. Focuses on culturally competent care for diverse populations.
Questions
What counseling services do you offer?
We provide CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, family therapy, trauma recovery, and clinical supervision for mental health professionals.
Do you offer telehealth sessions?
Yes, we offer HIPAA-secure tele-mental health services for clients in Arizona and Texas.
Are you bilingual in ASL?
Yes, our founder is fluent in both American Sign Language and English.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, check, credit cards, HSA, Google Pay, Apple Pay, and out-of-network insurance plans.
Do you offer sliding scale fees?
We don't explicitly mention sliding scale fees - please contact us directly to discuss financial arrangements.
