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Kelly Cassady - LMFT 

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Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) who has provided counseling services for over 20 years in diverse settings. 

What made Kelly interested in a counseling career?
He and his three brothers grew up on a small farm in Kentucky, raised by both parents. Helping others was instilled in them as a farm setting set the standard for helping your friends and neighbors. At a young age, Kelly found himself working with individuals his senior about their relationship challenges. Several years later, when he met his wife and married, he realized even more that his natural abilities were focused on helping others and decided to pursue a career doing so. 
Kelly and his wife have a daughter and son who enjoy kayaking and hiking together, along with participating in church and community activities, as well as traveling together. 
 
How can Kelly work with me?
Kelly presently works with and has previously worked with clients is in the areas of Marital and Premarital Counseling, Pornography, Sex Addiction and Infidelity Counseling, Alcohol and Drug Abuse/Addiction Counseling (inpatient and outpatient), Eating Disorder Counseling as well as Anxiety and OCD counseling.
 
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Carolina P. Little, LMFT

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Spanish-speaking, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) and graduate of ASU with 10+ years of experience

What made Carolina interested in a counseling career?
Raised in Mexico and very involved with church and her community, family dynamics have always intrigued her and led her to pursue a career in counseling. Her life experiences have developed a passion to help individuals by teaching them how to create a harmonious balance within themselves and their families through life experiences.  She is married with a young child and two pugs.
 
How can Carolina work with me?
Carolina has provided services in mental health, trauma, domestic violence, individual, family, and marriage therapy. She specializes in parenting curriculums, including Love and Logic, Nurturing Parenting Programs, and Conscious Discipline, and has worked with parents of children who have experienced trauma. Carolina is also trained in Trauma Focused -Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), an advanced, evidence-based treatment model that effectively relieves child and adolescent trauma responses while also assisting parent/caregiver distress.
 
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Abby Dennison - LAMFT

Abby Dennison LAMFT

LAMFT who has provided counseling services and support support to communities across Arizona

What made Abby interested in a counseling career?
Abby has always had a heart for helping others. Prior to becoming a therapist, Abby received her Bachelor's in Social Work from Arizona State University where she worked with Phoenix Fire Department's Crisis Response Unit. Upon graduating, she worked as a police officer for Phoenix Police Department as a patrol officer and detective. After leaving the department to become a stay-at-home mom in 2015, Abby continued to hone her skills of supporting others through various ministries at her church. She recently graduated with her Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fuller Theological Seminary and has experience working with families, couples, and
adolescents.
 
How can Abby work with me?

Abby's clinical focus includes, but is not limited to, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and loss, trauma, spirituality & faith, and more. She has experience working with first responder families and military, as she has a passion to serve those who serve. Abby utilizes research-based and empirically evidence supported modalities, such as EFT and Gottman Method. She is currently accepting new clients for couples, individual, and
adolescent therapy.

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Janet Carpentier - MSC, LAC, LISAC

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Tenured addictions therapist who has provided various and in-depth counseling services and support 

Learn More About Janet

With an extensive and diverse career spanning over 33 years, Janet Carpentier, MSC, LAC, LISAC, is a seasoned addiction therapist who has honed her skills in a wide array of cultural contexts and environments. Her remarkable experience encompasses treating Gambling/Processing Addictions, Substance Use Disorders, Trauma, Mental Health challenges, Co-occurring conditions, couples and Families dealing with underlying issues.

Janet's expertise extends to addressing ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics) and Alanon-related concerns, reflecting her comprehensive approach to healing. Her multifaceted background and deep understanding of various therapeutic modalities enable her to provide holistic support and make a profound impact on individuals, couples and families on their paths to recovery.

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