Counseling and Therapy in Tempe, Arizona
A supportive place to work through what is weighing on you—and begin building a life that feels more manageable, connected, and meaningful.
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Alevea offers personalized counseling for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. Meet with a licensed therapist in Tempe or through secure telehealth anywhere in Arizona.
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You Don’t Have to Wait Until Everything Falls Apart
You may be keeping up with work, family, school, or daily responsibilities while privately feeling exhausted, disconnected, anxious, or stuck.
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Therapy gives you a confidential space to slow down, understand what is happening beneath the surface, and develop healthier ways to respond. You do not need to have everything figured out before you begin. You only need a place to start.
What Has Been Feeling Hard Lately?
Your Mind Won’t Slow Down
Worry, overthinking, panic, or a constant sense of uneasiness may be making it difficult to rest, focus, or feel present.
Everyday Life Feels Overwhelming
ADHD, executive dysfunction, chronic stress, and competing responsibilities can make ordinary tasks feel much harder than they appear from the outside.
You Feel Drained or Disconnected
Depression can appear as sadness, but it can also feel like numbness, irritability, exhaustion, isolation, or losing interest in the life around you.
Your Relationships Keep Repeating the Same Patterns
Communication difficulties, conflict, attachment concerns, people-pleasing, or unhealthy boundaries may leave you feeling unseen or emotionally depleted.
The Past Still Feels Present
Trauma can continue to affect your emotions, relationships, body, sleep, and sense of safety long after the original experience has ended.
You Know Something Needs to Change
You may not have a diagnosis or a clear explanation. You simply know that the way you have been coping is no longer working.
Counseling That Starts With the Whole Person
Emotional difficulties rarely fit neatly into one category. You may be experiencing anxiety and depression together, processing trauma while managing a demanding career, or struggling with ADHD symptoms that affect your confidence and relationships.
Alevea’s therapists provide counseling for concerns that include:
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Anxiety and excessive worry
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Depression and loss of motivation
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Trauma and PTSD
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Adult ADHD and executive dysfunction
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Stress and burnout
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Grief and loss
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Relationship difficulties
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Life transitions
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Low self-esteem
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Emotional dysregulation
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Boundary and attachment concerns
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LGBTQIA+ identity and life experiences
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First responder and healthcare-worker stress
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Personal growth and self-understanding
You do not need to know exactly what kind of therapy you need. We can help connect you with a therapist whose experience and approach fit your concerns and goals.
More Than One Way to Heal
Different people need different kinds of support. Your therapist will draw from approaches that fit your symptoms, experiences, personality, and goals rather than forcing you into a single method.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
CBT helps you recognize patterns among your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. You can learn practical strategies for challenging unhelpful thinking and responding differently to difficult situations.
Our Team.
At Alevea Mental Health, our team of compassionate, dedicated professionals is committed to providing top-tier care, with a focus on LGBTQIA+ inclusivity. Each licensed therapist brings extensive experience and expertise in both general and LGBTQIA+ specific issues. We offer a collaborative, client-centered approach, tailoring our services to meet each individual's unique needs and goals. Our goal is to create a safe, affirming space where all clients feel seen, heard, and supported on their journey to healing and growth.
Kristin Bleger, LAC
Licensed Associate Counselor
Counseling in Tempe and Online Across Arizona
At Alevea Mental Health, we offer comprehensive therapy services that encompass both in-person and telemedicine options. Whether you prefer face-to-face sessions or the convenience of online therapy, our compassionate team of licensed therapists is dedicated to providing high-quality care that meets your unique needs and fosters healing and personal growth.
In-Person
Our Tempe location is convenient for clients from Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Ahwatukee, Paradise Valley, Queen Creek, and surrounding communities.
Telemedicine
Alevea Mental Health provides in-person counseling at our Tempe clinic and online therapy for eligible adults throughout Arizona.
All of Arizona
Whether you are searching for a therapist near ASU, counseling in Tempe, or the flexibility of online therapy in Arizona, our team can help you explore your options.
Making Counseling Easier to Access
Insurance
Alevea works with many major insurance plans. Coverage, copayments, deductibles, and provider participation vary by plan.
Self-Pay
Self-pay counseling is available for patients who do not have insurance, prefer not to use it, or see a therapist outside their insurance network.
Flexible Appointments
Depending on therapist availability, counseling may be available in person at our Tempe clinic or through telehealth throughout Arizona.
You Don't Have to Walk Alone
Therapy cannot change what happened in the past, but it can help you understand yourself, respond differently, strengthen your relationships, and move forward with greater clarity.
Connect with an Alevea therapist in Tempe or through telehealth anywhere in Arizona.
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Call or text (480) 923-6200
Frequently Asked Questions About Counseling and Therapy
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Where can I find counseling or therapy in Tempe?
Alevea provides individual counseling for adults at our Tempe clinic. Telehealth counseling may also be available for eligible clients throughout Arizona. Our licensed and independently licensed clinicians work with concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, burnout, life transitions, emotional overwhelm, and other challenges affecting daily life.
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What types of therapy does Alevea provide?
Alevea therapists use individualized, evidence-informed approaches based on each client’s needs and the clinician’s training. Treatment may incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, EMDR, internal-family-systems-informed work, and other therapeutic methods. Not every therapist offers every approach, so treatment style and fit should be discussed before scheduling.
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Is telehealth counseling available throughout Arizona?
Telehealth counseling may be available for eligible clients who are physically located in Arizona at the time of the appointment. Telehealth can make therapy more accessible for people with demanding schedules, transportation limitations, or who live outside Tempe. In-person care may be recommended when telehealth is not clinically appropriate or when a client prefers face-to-face treatment.
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How do I choose the right therapist?
Consider the therapist’s clinical specialties, treatment approaches, credentials, availability, appointment format, and how comfortable you feel communicating with them. You do not need to identify the perfect therapeutic method before contacting Alevea. Our team can help you review therapist availability and find a clinician whose experience appears aligned with your concerns and goals.
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How long does counseling take to work?
The length and pace of counseling vary according to the concern being treated, symptom severity, treatment goals, appointment consistency, therapeutic approach, and individual response. Some clients seek short-term support for a specific problem, while others benefit from longer-term treatment. Your therapist will work with you to establish goals and periodically evaluate whether therapy is helping.
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Can counseling be coordinated with psychiatric care?
Yes. When clinically appropriate and authorized by the patient, counseling may be coordinated with psychiatric medication management or other Alevea services. Coordinated care can help clinicians understand changes in symptoms, treatment response, side effects, stressors, and daily functioning. Patients remain active participants in decisions about how their care is communicated and coordinated.
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