Free From Shadow
Counseling for Men & Teens
Straight answers, real change
Practical, no-nonsense therapy for anger, stress, trauma, and life transitions.
EMDR available. Serving clients throughout Arizona.
Veteran Owned & Operated
Free Consultation
I offer a free 15-minute phone or video consultation to determine fit. No therapy is provided during this call.
Services
Online (Telehealth) Counseling
Telehealth sessions are available statewide in Arizona.
$125 per session
In-Person Counseling
Limited in-person sessions available in Peoria, AZ.
$125 per session
Counseling for Teens Ages 13+
Support for your teen
I work with teens ages 13 and older experiencing anger, anxiety, and family stress. We begin with an intake meeting involving the teen and parent or guardian, with occasional parent check-ins and joint sessions when requested.
I encourage teens to communicate with their parents and help them prepare for difficult conversations.
Privacy and parent involvement
Teen privacy matters, alongside parents’ legal rights and my responsibilities concerning safety and required reporting.
Please bring questions about confidentiality and parent involvement to the free consultation.
About Me
I’m a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) in Arizona, practicing under clinical supervision in accordance with Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners requirements. I am a Veteran and have lived a life marked by real adversity. I have experienced homelessness and understand, firsthand, what it takes to rebuild and move forward.
I work with adults and teens ages 13 and older who want a practical, straightforward approach to counseling. My style is structured and collaborative, with an emphasis on identifying patterns, building usable skills, and making steady progress rather than staying stuck in open-ended conversations.
I don’t believe therapy needs to be complicated to be effective. Sessions are focused, intentional, and grounded in what’s actually happening in your life.
My Approach
My work is informed by evidence-based practices, including cognitive and skills-based approaches. Therapy is tailored to your goals, pace, and needs, not dictated by insurance requirements or preset treatment limits.
We’ll focus on:
Clarifying what’s driving current challenges
Identifying unhelpful patterns and responses
Developing practical tools you can use between sessions
Reviewing progress and adjusting as needed
Therapy here is collaborative and goal-directed. It’s not crisis services, and it’s not open-ended by default.
How much does counseling cost?
Online and in-person counseling sessions are $125 per session.
Do you accept insurance?
No. This is a private-pay practice, and I do not accept insurance.
What happens during the free consultation?
I offer a free 15-minute phone or video consultation to discuss what brings you to counseling, answer questions, and determine whether we may be a good fit. The consultation is not a therapy session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is counseling a fit for my teen?
I work with teens ages 13 and older experiencing anger, anxiety, and family stress. The free consultation is an opportunity to discuss your teen’s needs and ask about parent involvement and privacy.
Is EMDR available?
Yes, EMDR is available. Ask about it during your consultation so we can discuss whether it may fit your needs and goals.
Where can we meet?
Online counseling is available throughout Arizona. Limited in-person sessions are available in Peoria, AZ.