Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Tucson
Blue Door Psychotherapy has been dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services since 1993, specializing in individualized therapy and family-centered approaches. Our team of licensed professionals employs evidence-based methodologies such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Collaborative Law Coaching to address a wide range of mental health concerns. With expertise in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges, we emphasize strength-based healing and systemic perspectives.Our practice integrates innovative techniques like equine-assisted therapy and offers specialized programs for family recovery and professional training. Committed to ethical standards and client confidentiality, we maintain affiliations with recognized institutions and professional organizations to ensure the highest quality of care.
Services
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
DBT Programs
Equine Therapy
Collaborative Law Coaching
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of clinical expertise in family therapy approaches
- Our team includes university-affiliated instructors and published researchers
- We provide equine-assisted therapy for experiential healing
- Specialized programs for neurodiverse individuals and families
- We maintain strict confidentiality and ethical standards
Associations and certifications
- AAMFT Approved Supervisor
What people say
Compassionate care
Positive presence
Speed of response
Thoughtful insight
Professional communication
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide personalized mental health treatment for clients facing depression, anxiety, trauma, or behavioral challenges. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT, therapists create customized treatment plans that address each client's unique needs. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies, improving emotional regulation, and fostering personal growth through a supportive therapeutic relationship.
Family Therapy
Family therapy sessions help families improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships. Our strength-based approach addresses systemic patterns affecting family dynamics, including life transitions, mental health challenges, and intergenerational issues. Therapists work with all family members to develop healthier interaction patterns and build collective resilience through both in-person and virtual sessions.
DBT Programs
Our comprehensive DBT programs combine individual therapy with group skills training to help clients manage emotional dysregulation and improve interpersonal effectiveness. Certified therapists provide weekly skills groups covering mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness, along with phone coaching for real-time support during challenging situations.
Equine Therapy
Equine-assisted therapy uses horse interactions to promote emotional growth and self-awareness. This experiential approach helps clients develop trust, improve communication skills, and process trauma through guided activities with horses. Sessions are integrated with traditional therapy techniques to enhance treatment outcomes for both individual and group therapy programs.
Collaborative Law Coaching
Our collaborative law services provide non-adversarial solutions for family legal matters. Certified coaches work with clients and attorneys to resolve divorce and custody issues through cooperative strategies, focusing on children's needs and maintaining respectful communication throughout the process while avoiding courtroom litigation.
People
Vicki Loyer
CEO/President
Dr. Loyer is a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 30 years of clinical experience. She serves as Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Arizona and specializes in family therapy approaches incorporating equine-assisted techniques.
Tara Gardenhire
Approved Supervisor
Tara is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 15 years of experience supporting diverse clients using DBT, CBT, and trauma-informed approaches. She previously served as Clinical Director at CODAC Health, Recovery, and Wellness.
Ashley Clark
Practice Manager
Ashley holds dual master's degrees in psychology and marriage and family therapy. She specializes in working with families facing medical complexities and developmental challenges using culturally humble, competency-focused approaches.
Bradley Heimann
Therapist
Bradley has over 10 years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. He specializes in trauma treatment and is certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy through Evergreen Certifications.
Emily Nelson
Associate Therapist
Emily is an associate marriage and family therapist with expertise in anxiety disorders, couples communication, and social interaction challenges. She provides virtual therapy sessions using a collaborative, client-centered approach.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, family counseling, DBT programs, equine-assisted therapy, and collaborative law coaching for mental health and relationship challenges.
Do you accept insurance?
We do not bill insurance directly but provide superbills for potential reimbursement. Please check with your insurance provider about out-of-network benefits.
Are virtual therapy sessions available?
Yes, we offer virtual therapy appointments with several of our therapists for clients who prefer remote sessions or have limited mobility.
What is your cancellation policy?
Please contact us at least 24 hours in advance to cancel or reschedule appointments to avoid full session charges.
Do you offer after-hours emergency support?
We do not provide emergency services. For urgent mental health needs, please contact local crisis resources or emergency services.
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