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Compassionate Therapy Services in Phoenix
Family Christian Counseling Center Of Phoenix has been dedicated to providing compassionate mental health services since our founding. Our team of licensed professionals brings extensive experience in trauma-informed care, attachment theory, and faith-based counseling. We specialize in treating children, adolescents, and families affected by developmental trauma, offering evidence-based therapies like EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and Equine-Assisted Therapy. With satellite offices in Chandler, Avondale, and Glendale, we serve diverse communities across the Phoenix metropolitan area.Our approach integrates neuroscience research with practical parenting strategies, emphasizing emotional regulation and relationship healing. The center's restored territorial-style building provides a welcoming environment for clients to engage in therapeutic work. Our clinicians hold advanced certifications in Gottman Method couples therapy, play therapy, and neurosequential modeling, ensuring comprehensive care for complex needs.
Services
Marriage Counseling
Child Therapy
Equine Assisted Therapy
Family Counseling
Individual Therapy
Parenting Classes
Trauma Treatment
Attachment Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Play Therapy
Highlights and features
- Specialized trauma treatment for children and families
- Faith-integrated therapeutic approaches available
- Multiple locations serving Phoenix metro area
- Advanced training in EMDR and neurosequential therapy
- Parenting classes for trauma-affected families
What people say
Compassionate staff
Effective trauma treatment
Supportive environment
Knowledgeable therapists
Faith-integrated care
Services
Child Counseling
Specialized therapy for children aged 3-12 using play-based interventions. Our trauma-informed approach addresses behavioral issues, anxiety, and developmental trauma through sand tray therapy and creative techniques. Parents participate in sessions to strengthen family bonds and support healing.
Marriage Counseling
Gottman Method-based therapy for couples addressing communication breakdowns and relationship conflicts. Focuses on rebuilding trust, improving intimacy, and developing conflict resolution skills in a faith-sensitive environment. Weekly sessions with personalized treatment plans.
Equine Assisted Therapy
Experiential therapy combining ground-based horse activities with traditional counseling. Helps clients develop confidence and emotional awareness through interactions with therapy horses. Effective for trauma recovery and behavioral issues in adolescents and adults.
Trauma Treatment
Specialized care for developmental trauma and PTSD using EMDR and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. Our neuroscience-informed approach addresses early childhood trauma effects on brain development. Treatment includes family therapy and parenting support components.
Parenting Classes
Weekly group sessions teaching trauma-informed parenting strategies. Covers emotional regulation techniques, discipline alternatives, and attachment-building practices. Designed for parents of children with behavioral challenges and developmental trauma histories.
People
Deborah Pettitt
Director
Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive trauma treatment experience. Specializes in child therapy and attachment disorders. Trained in Bruce Perry's neurosequential model and Gottman Method couples therapy.
Mike DeMoss
Therapist
Licensed counselor specializing in marriage and family therapy. Expertise in Gottman Method couples therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety and depression treatment.
Dr. Brie Coe
Therapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 12 years of experience treating autism spectrum disorders and developmental trauma. Specializes in sandtray therapy and EMDR for children and adults.
Danen Downs
Therapist
Marriage and Family Therapist with advanced training in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. Focuses on adolescent mental health and trauma recovery using play therapy and art interventions.
Susie Gonzalez
Therapist
Bilingual counselor specializing in women's mental health and Gottman Method couples therapy. Experienced in treating trauma, substance abuse, and complicated grief with faith-integrated approaches.
Questions
What counseling services are available for children?
We offer specialized child therapy using play therapy, sand tray therapy, and trauma-informed approaches for children aged 3-12.
Do you provide marriage counseling?
Yes, our licensed counselors use the Gottman Method and systems theory for couples therapy addressing communication and relationship issues.
Are parenting classes available?
We offer weekly parenting classes focusing on trauma-informed techniques and emotional regulation strategies for families.
What trauma therapies do you specialize in?
Our clinicians specialize in EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and neurosequential modeling for developmental trauma treatment.
Do you have multiple office locations?
Yes, we have offices in Phoenix, Chandler, Avondale, and Glendale for client convenience.
Can therapy integrate faith principles?
Yes, our counselors offer faith-integrated therapy while respecting each client's personal spiritual beliefs.
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