Health and Wellness

Upon moving to Arizona, Katherine worked as a licensed mastered social worker to attain independent clinical-level licensure in the state of Arizona. Katherine has facilitated groups for children and adults experiencing the loss of divorce. She has provided counseling services to adults, children and families struggling with a variety of concerns related to anxiety, depression and transition. 

Prior to arriving in Flagstaff, Amber worked in a Child Protective services and has also inpatient services/residential for children and adolescents and has over 11 years of experience working with children, families and adults.

Amber is trained in providing CBT, DBT-Informed and EMDR services. She skill in the delivery of individual, family and group services. She has specialized experience in working with challenging youth and clients in search of a direct and compassionate approach.

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Amber is currently enrolled in a doctoral program through the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN.

Austin is passionate about counseling services to help individuals find healing and balance in their lives, leading to a more enjoyable, fulfilling, and meaningful life. He enjoys working with adults and children of all ages and has specialized experience in childhood behavioral interventions.

Austin is available for faith-affirming and Christ-centered sessions, upon request. He is trained in DBT-Informed services and utilizes a strengths-based perspective as well as a solution-focused approach to promoting health and well-being for his clients. 

Shelbi has experience working with college students, children of all ages, parents, and families. She is able to offer faith-affirming counseling services as well as Christ-Centered services to those clients who express desire to include this in their work.

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Shelbi believes counseling to be a work of the human heart; healing work, life-giving work, work that heals the soul and repairs trauma, past pain, and brokenness. She is happy to accompany clients on their journeys to assist them in making changes in their lives that will enable them to reach their fullest potential and to find deeper fulfillment and joy.

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Shelbi is pleased to be one of our solely web-based, online providers. She looks forward to seeing you from the comfort of your own home, as we utilize technology to create meaningful connections

Michelle considers it a privilege to work with the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities and has experience with supporting intersectional identities. 

Angie has a passion for working with the LGBTQIA+ community and aspires to support all people in achieving their best sense of self as well as living their life to the fullest.

Christi has a passion for working with clients in the LGBTQIA+ community and works with clients of all ages.

Pang completed her masters of social work through Arizona State University and her internship through Balance. She has a history of working for the State of California in the department of human services and is passionate about social justice and enhancing the welfare of all humans. 

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With an undergraduate degree in philosophy and a master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling, Patrick combines intellectual depth with therapeutic know-how. He draws wisdom from an informed perspective in a strengths-based approaches such as geek, art, narrative, and reality therapies. His approach includes goal setting and skills training, emphasizing the transformative power of these powerful present-focused techniques.

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Patrick is a martial arts enthusiast who has dedicated a significant part of his life to its practice. While not a master, he has learned valuable lessons from martial arts, which have added resilience and determination to his own hero's journey. He is committed to guiding others on their unique heroic quests.

As a geek cultured Mental Health Consultant, Patrick understands that geek culture extends beyond a simple affinity; it's a tool he employs to connect with clients, exploring the profound lessons learned through the mediums of comics, video games, music, and whatever pop cultural icon youcare to discuss. These interests, real and imagined, are not simply conversation starters, but are archetypes of courage, strength and the quest for meaning.

He firmly believes that each individual possesses the potential for greatness, transcending cultural boundaries and gender norms. Patrick listens without judgment, helping you unearth your inner hero through present-focused, strength-based methods, and assisting you in setting and achieving your goals. In the grand narrative of life, Patrick recognizes superheroes in every person, waiting to be celebrated. Patrick is your trusted companion on the path to embracing and becoming the hero of your own story, regardless of where your journey began or where it may lead.

Jocelyn has a background in child development, art interventions and mindfulness and has worked with children across the age and developmental spectrum throughout her career.  Jocelyn enjoys working with individuals, families and groups with a strength-based focus.  She also enjoys working with individuals who are neurodivergent.  Jocelyn is currently working towards her Registered Drama Therapist credential.  She is passionate about combining trauma-informed mindfulness and arts-based interventions to support clients in their healing journey. She also has experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and was a co-facilitator for the Balance Adolescent DBT group during her internship.

Elizabeth received her Board Certified Behavioral Analysis Certificate from the Chicago School of Psychology in 2014. She is experienced in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) and has worked within the school districts as well as privately and directly with clients in the community to enhance the life and wellbeing of children with behavioral needs. She is skillful in both direct practice and training services. She is passionate about teaching clients and their families the skills necessary to create lasting behavioral changes by recognizing the function of behaviors and utilizing positive re-direction and reinforcement.