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As someone who experienced navigating a difficult childhood, being a caretaker to others and experiencing neglect and abuse, I aut...
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As someone who experienced navigating a difficult childhood, being a caretaker to others and experiencing neglect and abuse, I authentically understand how experiences can linger, impacting current-day functioning, as well as how processing/healing can bring on new life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience supporting adults and couples on their healing journeys. I provide a safe and compassionate space where you can explore difficult emotions, identify patterns, and develop practical coping strategies for greater balance and well-being. My approach integrates mind, body, and spirit to help you process trauma, manage life transitions, and build meaningful, healthy relationships.
I earned my Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Grand Canyon University. My approach draws from cognitive behavioral, dialectical, emotion-focused, and solution-focused therapies. I also utilize trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization reprocessing, and somatic practices to support growth and resilience.
Whether you seek emotional clarity, improved communication, or a stronger sense of self, my goal is to walk beside you as you build the life you deserve. I look forward to helping you process, heal, and rediscover your inner strength with compassion and care.
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Effective treatment starts with trust and feeling heard without judgment. My goal is to work with my clients in a partnership to d...
Effective treatment starts with trust and feeling heard without judgment. My goal is to work with my clients in a partnership to determine the treatment modalities best suited to meet their individual goals and optimize their mental health and well-being.
Arlinda is a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) who treats a diverse range of mental health concerns including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, insomnia, and women's issues. She is committed to working collaboratively and compassionately with clients to identify the best treatment options as part of a holistic plan of care for both adolescents and adults. She considers her role to be multifaceted: managing medications, providing education, therapy, and mental health advocacy.
Arlinda has spent nearly three decades in the field of nursing, knowing from childhood that her calling was to help people. She has an innate ability to quickly establish a positive rapport with nearly everyone she meets, has strong clinical skills, and has a talent for discovering the right medication combinations for each unique individual. She completed her Master of Science degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner at the Medical College of Georgia and her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Wilkes University. Arlinda likes to incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques into her practice, believing firmly that your inner thoughts (whether accurate or not) play a large role in your emotional/mental health. In the past, she has functioned as a telemetry, ICU, ER, and travel RN, as well as a nurse manager and more recently a clinical services manager. In her free time, Arlinda enjoys reading, dancing, hiking, and playing with her French bulldog.
I believe every person has a history that has shaped who they are. I also believe that individuals can change and create a better life for themselves, no matter what their history has been. I have overcome many obstacles in my life and worked hard to pursue my goals and dreams. I have a positive attitude and am a very nurturing person. I am confident that that can support you in your pursuit of a better life by guiding you towards new techniques and perspectives that will help you cope with whatever you are currently struggling with. If you are ready to get started today, schedule an appointment with me!
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Couples therapy and marriage counseling, also known as relationship counseling, helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy and marriage counseling include:
The types of therapy used in couples and marriage counseling include:
At Thriveworks, Couples/marriage therapy is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples.
The Gottman Method of couples therapy is a research-supported approach designed to enhance relationships by bolstering the bond between partners, resolving conflicts, and fostering shared meaning in their relationship through comprehensive assessments and tailored interventions that improve communication, trust, and the overall health of the partnership.
If you’re facing persistent relationship problems, communication breakdowns, or unresolved conflicts that are impacting your emotional well-being and happiness, Couples/marriage therapy may be beneficial for you.
While marriage and couple’s counseling is typically recommended for couples who are experiencing persistent or severe relationship issues, any relationship can benefit from attending these sessions.
Marriage and couples counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend marriage and couples counseling for 12 weeks. However, couples & marriage counseling may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
If you’re having relationship difficulties, Thriveworks in Gilbert, AZ has providers who can help you and your partner to heal. Our marriage counselors and couples therapists know that each relationship is different—and they can provide you with the individualized support you both need to preserve your connection. Reach out to us today to schedule your first appointment.
Deciding to talk with a marriage counselor or couples therapist is a choice that you and your partner will have to make by yourselves, but you don’t need to tackle the issues in your relationship alone. Scheduling sessions with a mental health professional at Thriveworks in Gilbert, AZ offers you the solid ground your relationship may need in order to move forward successfully. Couples therapy and marriage counseling can help both of you to:
Our marriage counselors and couples therapists are committed to helping couples to re-establish love and trust. It may feel overwhelming or invasive to think about talking to someone unfamiliar about your relationship difficulties. But doing so helps your therapist or counselor to understand your relationship’s dynamics so that they can offer personalized support. Each relationship is unique in its own way, and our providers are well aware.
Yet with that in mind, there are common signs that may indicate that a relationship’s dynamics have soured and turned unhealthy, such as:
If your connection with your partner has involved any of the following, there’s no reason to be ashamed or to worry about being judged by our providers at Thriveworks in Gilbert, AZ. Instead of feeling defeated about seeking therapy, it might be helpful to view professional assistance as a proactive way to prioritize the connection you have with your partner.
When you and your partner decide that you’re ready to team up with a marriage counselor or couples therapist, call our office in Gilbert, AZ to get started. Becoming a Thriveworks client does more than connecting you with a mental health professional—we also offer exclusive benefits including:
Our providers at Thriveworks in Gilbert, AZ have the experience and insight to help you get your relationship back on track. Difficulties in our romantic relationships can be tough, but scheduling couples therapy or marriage counseling at Thriveworks can make a big difference.
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