Business Details
Professional Psychotherapy Services in Tucson, AZ
Founded in 2006, Advocatus Counseling provides professional, evidence-based psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families. Our approach emphasizes emotional stability, learning from experiences, and building healthy relationships through interventions like CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused therapies. With expertise in ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance abuse, we prioritize personalized care grounded in cultural competence and clinical excellence.Our bilingual (ASL/English) services reflect a commitment to accessibility and unbiased communication across diverse populations. We maintain rigorous professional standards through certifications in Motivational Interviewing, TARGET model, and other evidence-based practices.
Services
Cognitive-Behavior Therapy
Trauma-Focused CBT
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
Tele-Mental Health
Clinical Supervision
Highlights and features
- Bilingual in American Sign Language and English
- 17+ years of experience across multiple treatment settings
- Specialized trauma certification (CCTP)
- Evidence-based interventions for mental health and addiction
- Cultural competence through Deaf, Hearing, and African-American perspectives
Associations and certifications
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
- Motivational Interviewing
- TARGET Model (SAMHSA NREPP)
- MET/CBT (CEBC)
- Anger Replacement Therapy (ART)
Services
Cognitive-Behavior Therapy
Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT) addresses unhealthy thought patterns affecting emotions and behaviors. This evidence-based approach increases awareness of destructive patterns to facilitate intentional change. Our therapists help clients develop practical coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.
Trauma-Focused CBT
Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT) treats trauma survivors through structured interventions. Certified practitioners help children, adolescents, and adults process traumatic experiences using techniques proven effective for PTSD and complex trauma. This SAMHSA-recognized approach builds resilience and emotional regulation.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
DBT-informed therapy develops skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. This approach benefits clients struggling with intense emotions, self-harm behaviors, or borderline personality disorder symptoms through balanced acceptance and change strategies.
Tele-Mental Health Services
Secure video therapy sessions provide accessible mental health care across Arizona. HIPAA-compliant platforms enable individual, couples, and family therapy from any location. Telehealth maintains the same clinical rigor as in-person sessions with added convenience.
Clinical Supervision
Arizona Board-approved clinical supervision supports LAC, LAMFT, and LMSW professionals pursuing licensure. Supervision combines case consultation, skill development, and ethical practice standards to cultivate competent, confident mental health providers.
People
Ben Ayantola
Founder & Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor with 17+ years in behavioral health. Specializes in trauma, family systems, and cross-cultural therapy. Certified Clinical Trauma Professional offering bilingual ASL/English services. Combines clinical expertise with lived cultural experience from Deaf, Hearing, and African-American communities.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, and family therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, substance abuse, and family conflict using evidence-based methods like CBT and DBT.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept out-of-network insurance plans and provide documentation for potential reimbursement. Payment options include HSA, credit cards, and cash.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
All sessions maintain strict confidentiality within legal and ethical boundaries. We follow HIPAA guidelines for secure telehealth sessions and in-person records.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us through our website contact form or call (520) 216-5500 for a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your needs and schedule your first session.
What is your cancellation policy?
Sessions canceled with less than 24 hours notice incur the full session fee. We recommend providing advance notice to avoid missed appointment charges.
