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As someone who has experienced severe trauma, with resulting chronic PTSD, I have a personal understanding of how this impacts eve...
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As someone who has experienced severe trauma, with resulting chronic PTSD, I have a personal understanding of how this impacts every aspect of our lives.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 16 years of experience supporting individuals facing complex mental health needs. My background includes acute inpatient care, outpatient treatment, and work with military members and first responders. I am particularly sensitive to the experiences of those who have served and those who often feel unseen. My goal is always to help each person feel safe, respected, and cared for.
I hold a master’s degree in nursing from the University of South Alabama. My approach to care is thoughtful and intentional. I believe in conservative medication management and aim for the best results with the least amount needed. I am also transitioning toward a more holistic and metabolic approach because everything in the body is connected.
I know how discouraging it can feel when you’re not listened to or your concerns are overlooked. I will take the time to understand your story, honor your goals, and work with you to find clarity and healing. I promise to do my best to make you feel truly seen, supported, and heard.
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As someone who experienced navigating a difficult childhood, being a caretaker to others and experiencing neglect and abuse, I aut...
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.
As someone who has faced personal trauma and loss, I possess a deep and genuine understanding of the profound effects that painful...
As someone who has faced personal trauma and loss, I possess a deep and genuine understanding of the profound effects that painful life experiences can have on us.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 33 years of experience specializing in the treatment of mood and psychiatric disorders, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their healing journey. I value an individualized approach to care, recognizing that no two people experience life the same way. With decades of clinical knowledge and dedication to mental health, I am committed to helping clients navigate challenges and discover tools to improve their overall well-being.
I earned my Master’s in Advanced Practice Nursing from Walden University, where I strengthened my ability to combine evidence-based practices with compassionate care. My approach integrates talk therapy and medication management, tailored to the unique needs of each client, ensuring that treatment aligns with their goals and experiences.
I believe that meaningful progress begins with partnership. Whether you are seeking treatment, support, or guidance, I will walk alongside you in developing the tools needed to face life’s obstacles. Together, we can create positive and lasting change, helping you to feel more balanced, resilient, and hopeful in your journey forward.
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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Thriveworks Couples therapy helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. It is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy include:
Couples therapy works by helping couples identify and better navigate their unique challenges. Following an initial assessment of the couple in terms of strengths and needs, the therapist would then discuss their therapeutic goals and any possible approaches or ways of working together as therapist and couple.Couples attend sessions together, whether they meet in person or by video. In addition to regular couples therapy sessions, each partner may also be asked to attend a few individual sessions to supplement their progress. This will allow their counselor to get to know each individual better, assess each of their personal needs, and develop the very best treatment plan moving forward.
Couples therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend couples therapy for 12 weeks. However, couples therapy may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
Ups and downs in relationships are normal but sometimes the downs last longer than either of you expected. Perhaps you’re facing a lack of intimacy or a breakdown in communication. Maybe your disagreements have started leading to guilt and resentment instead of healthy resolution. You might be living together under the same roof but feel more like strangers than a loving team.
If any of this resonates, couples therapy or marriage counseling might be a great fit for you. A strong romantic relationship can be one of life’s greatest gifts but a meaningful partnership requires dedication.
Many people grow up dreaming of finding their soul mate and living happily ever after. However, once you are in a real relationship you discover how much work is truly involved. It doesn’t matter how much you love your partner or how great you two are together. Remaining in a committed relationship over a long period of time calls for hard work, open communication, and compromise.
Sometimes, couples just need a little outside support or professional guidance to help get things back on track. If you’ve been thinking about couples therapy, we’re here to offer unbiased and compassionate support at Thriveworks Counseling in Peoria, AZ.
Though there may still be a stigma associated with therapy, the truth is you don’t have to feel embarrassed about seeking help. In many ways, pursuing relationship counseling shows that you and your partner care enough about each other to work through whatever problems are getting in the way.
These are a few of the most common reasons couples seek the help of a licensed couples therapist:
Relationship counselors work with couples to address a wide variety of issues. Therapy can focus on a specific problem or can help you work through more general topics.
You don’t need to wait until your relationship is on the brink of disaster before you reach out for help. In fact, many clients reach out for couples counseling when their relationship still feels relatively healthy so they can address issues before they become crises.
If you’re unsatisfied with the way your relationship is heading or you want to resolve a conflict in a neutral environment, consider getting professional support. Contact Thriveworks Counseling in Peoria, AZ to speak to a licensed couples therapist today.
Some people think catastrophic thoughts once they start experiencing problems in their relationships. But every couple goes through ups and downs; it’s how you work through those difficult times that determines whether you grow stronger together as a result.
Like many areas in life, sometimes we run into relationship problems we just can’t seem to get past on our own. At Thriveworks, our relationship therapists have many years of experience helping couples just like you work through issues and come out the other side as a more resilient and loving pair.
Talk therapy is one of the most effective ways for couples to gain insight into their underlying issues. Therapists provide a neutral and confidential space where couples can speak openly about their feelings and work through disagreements. Your couples therapist can even help you identify ways in which your own thinking patterns may be impacting your moods and behaviors.
The Gottman Method is another effective approach to relationship therapy. The method treats a relationship like a house that requires a strong foundation to thrive. You may identify activities with your therapist that will help strengthen this foundation for a lasting bond.
Another focus of the Gottman Method is improved communication since this is what can often make or break a relationship. You may learn, for example, how to use “I” statements to discuss your needs in your relationship as well as skills to reduce criticism, contempt, and defensiveness.
No matter how short or long you’ve been together, couples and family therapy can offer help to get you back on track. Experienced relationship and marriage counselors are standing by at Thriveworks Counseling in Peoria, AZ.
At Thriveworks, our goal is to ensure individuals, couples, and families have access to the services they need to improve their mental health and strengthen their relationships with others. We offer flexible scheduling with weekday, evening, and weekend sessions.
Online therapy is also available, which makes it especially easy to find appointment times while juggling multiple hectic schedules. We take most major insurance plans and offer a number of exclusive benefits at Thriveworks Counseling, including:
If you want a stronger and healthier relationship, speak to a licensed marriage and family therapist at Thriveworks Counseling in Peoria, AZ.
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