Business Details
11 Years
experience
Personalized Mental Health Counseling Services
Adult & Adolescent Recovery Counseling was founded in 2015 by Derek Allen, a licensed professional counselor with extensive experience in community mental health and large agency settings. Recognizing systemic limitations in traditional mental health care models, we established Adult & Adolescent Recovery Counseling to provide personalized, client-centered therapy free from institutional constraints. Our approach prioritizes individualized treatment plans, empowering clients to actively participate in their mental health journey while maintaining transparency about treatment goals and progress. With over 15 combined years of clinical leadership experience among our core team, we deliver evidence-based therapies including EMDR, couples counseling, and family systems work.Our commitment to quality care is demonstrated through consistent client feedback highlighting measurable improvements in depression, anxiety, and trauma recovery. We maintain strict ethical standards while fostering collaborative therapeutic relationships that respect client autonomy and lived experiences. Our Mesa-based practice serves individuals seeking alternatives to generic mental health services, emphasizing treatment integrity and client empowerment through personalized care plans.
Services
Couples Counseling
Family Counseling
Individual Counseling
EMDR Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We provide individualized treatment plans tailored to each client's unique needs
- Our team includes licensed clinicians with specialized training in trauma recovery
- We maintain transparent communication about treatment goals and progress
- We offer evidence-based therapies including EMDR and family systems approaches
- We prioritize client empowerment through collaborative therapeutic relationships
What people say
Amazing at what he does
Most helpful therapist
Look forward to each day
Profoundly helpful tools
Best therapist I've worked with
Services
Couples Counseling
Our couples counseling helps partners improve communication and resolve conflicts. We use evidence-based approaches to address relationship challenges and strengthen emotional connections. Clients learn practical tools to maintain healthy relationships beyond therapy sessions.
Family Counseling
Family counseling addresses interpersonal dynamics and systemic issues within family units. Our therapists help families develop healthier communication patterns and resolve generational conflicts through structured therapeutic interventions.
Individual Counseling
Individual counseling provides personalized treatment for depression, anxiety, and trauma recovery. Our licensed clinicians create customized treatment plans addressing each client's specific mental health needs and recovery goals.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy helps process traumatic memories and reduce distressing symptoms. This evidence-based approach effectively treats PTSD and trauma-related conditions through structured bilateral stimulation techniques.
People
Derek Allen
Director
Licensed Professional Counselor with 10+ years in community mental health. Founded Adult & Adolescent Recovery Counseling in 2015 to provide personalized therapy after identifying systemic limitations in traditional mental health care models.
Joshua Alston
Clinical Manager
Experienced clinician managing daily operations and clinical quality. Specializes in implementing effective treatment protocols while maintaining Adult & Adolescent Recovery Counseling's client-centered care philosophy.
Kat Hammerich
Therapist
Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist providing relationship-focused counseling. Specializes in helping clients navigate interpersonal challenges and family dynamics.
Melissa Strader
Therapist
Licensed Master Social Worker offering comprehensive mental health services. Focuses on empowering clients through evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to individual needs.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide couples counseling, family therapy, individual counseling, and EMDR therapy for trauma recovery.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call 602-633-5032 or use our online scheduling system to book appointments with available therapists.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept BCBS, Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth, and Medicare. Medicaid and other plans coming soon.
What makes AARC different from other practices?
We focus on personalized treatment plans without institutional constraints, emphasizing client empowerment and collaborative care.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, we offer evening sessions Monday-Friday until 9PM to accommodate working clients.
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