Mental Health Services: Therapists in Peoria, Arizona
Specializing in individual therapy, couples therapy and child and teen counseling in Peoria, Arizona
Now serving Goodyear, Avondale, Litchfield Park, Peoria, Surprise, Glendale, Phoenix, and all surrounding areas!!
At Sanity Center, our mission is to make mental health care accessible and welcoming for all in Arizona. We’re committed to breaking down barriers and demonstrating that therapy is a valuable resource for anyone seeking support. Whether you're seeking help with things from the past, current life challenges or looking for personal growth, we offer compassionate, personalized care to guide you on your journey. At Sanity Center, we’re here to help you feel better and thrive in your own way.
Our Mission
Feeling Overwhelmed? We Get it.
Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes, the weight of our emotions, experiences, and daily pressures can feel too heavy to carry alone. At Sanity Center, we understand that everyone faces their own set of challenges—whether it’s managing anxiety, navigating complex relationships, dealing with the effects of unprocessed trauma, or struggling with self-esteem. Many find themselves stuck in cycles of negative thinking or behavior patterns that disrupt their day-to-day life and personal growth.
Our therapists are here to help you address these issues head-on. We provide a supportive, non-judgmental environment where you can explore your feelings, identify the root causes of your struggles, and start making meaningful changes.
Whether you're feeling lost in the noise of an unhealthy world, compromising your values to please others, or simply trying to find a balance that feels right, we’re here to guide you through it. Let us help you navigate these wild times and seasons and move towards a place of greater peace, stability and alignment.
Sanity Center Can Help
We offer a variety of mental health services designed to meet the diverse needs of our clients as they seek balance, understanding, and growth in their lives. Here’s how we can help:
Individual Therapy: Tailored to address personal challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma, our individual therapy sessions provide a safe space for self-exploration and healing.
Couples Therapy: We help couples navigate relationship issues, improve communication skills, and cultivate a deeper connection, whether they are facing specific conflicts or seeking to strengthen their bond.
Child Therapy and Teen Counseling: Our mental health services for children and teens focus on addressing the unique challenges faced by younger individuals, including behavioral issues, academic concerns, and emotional well-being. We provide a supportive environment to help them (and the parents) navigate their formative years with confidence.
Body Image Coaching: Dedicated to those individuals struggling with self-esteem related to body image, this type of life coaching helps clients develop a healthier relationship with their body and a more positive self-view.
Each of our services is delivered with compassion and professionalism, utilizing evidence-based practices to ensure that every client receives the most effective treatment tailored to their unique needs. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your relationship, or your family, Sanity Center in Peoria, Arizona is here to help guide you toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Mental Health Services:
Therapists in Peoria, Arizona
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Katie Petty
Compassionate Listener
Therapist (LCSW)
Appointment Days: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Format: In Person and Virtual
Age Range: 18-64 years old
Type of Therapy: Individuals
Vibe: "It's not what’s wrong with you, its what happened to you." -Dr. Bruce Perry
Main Modalities Utilized: Trauma-informed, CBT, DBT, IFS, Somatic experiencing, EMDR
Payment accepted: Private Pay (debit, credit, cash), HSA, FSA
Insurance accepted: United, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna
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Andrea Alfred
Agent of Change
Therapist (LMSW)
Appointment Days: Thursday, Friday
Format: In Person and Virtual
Age Range: 14 years old and up
Type of Therapy: Individuals, Couples, and Families
Vibe: I am a casual, empathetic, warm therapist who’s been helping people grow and heal for 25+ years. My practice is creating a comfortable, safe space where you can be yourself and work through life’s challenges.
Main Modalities Utilized: CBT, DBT, ACT
Payment accepted: Private Pay (debit, credit, cash), HSA, FSA
Insurance accepted: Aetna, coming soon: Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Suzanna (Suzie) Cano-King
Calming Encourager
Therapist (LPC)
Appointment Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Format: In Person and Virtual
Age Range: 15 years old and up
Type of Therapy: Individuals
Vibe: Meeting people where they are, with focus on who you actually are, to help in achieving your version of overall wellness.
Main Modalities Utilized: EMDR, CBT, and DBT. These are integrated with trauma-focused interventions and practices informed by attachment, somatic, and polyvagal-based care.
Payment accepted: Private Pay (debit, credit, cash), HSA, FSA
Insurance accepted: United, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna
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Jennifer Simpson
Crazy Genuine
Therapist (LPC), Co-Owner
Appointment Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Format: In Person and Virtual
Age Range: 8 years old and up
Type of Therapy: Individual, Couples, and Families
Vibe: I’m compassionate, and I don’t sugarcoat. I show up as a real human, not a robot with a clipboard. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation, not an interrogation, and I’m here to help you untangle the mess, get honest about what’s working (and what’s not), and figure out how to move forward without losing yourself in the process. We can go deep, get real, and even laugh a little along the way.
Main Modalities Utilized: EMDR, CBT, Client-Centered Therapy, EFT, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Payment accepted: Private Pay (debit, credit, cash), HSA, FSA
Insurance accepted: United, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna
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Chelsea Zendarski
Empathic Realist
Therapist (LCSW), Co-Owner
Appointment Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Format: Virtual only
Age Range: 17 years old and up
Type of Therapy: Individual, Couples
Vibe: I believe healing isn’t just about focusing on what’s gone wrong, it’s about reconnecting with what’s strong. I help people move through pain while rediscovering their own clarity, power, and capacity to grow. My style is more holistic, warm, honest, and real, holding space for hard truths while focusing on what helps you evolve in a complicated world.
Main Modalities Utilized: Integrative approach drawing from CBT, ACT, Client-Centered, EFT, Narrative, and Mindfulness-Based therapies, blended with trauma-informed, somatic, and polyvagal-informed care
Payment accepted: Private Pay (debit, credit, cash), HSA, FSA
Insurance accepted: United, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna
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Janna Corda
Quiet Storm
Certified Body Image Coach & Director of Operations
Appointment Days: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Format: In person (Should this not be accessible for you, I'm available to talk about possible virtual options.)
Age Range: Janna's clients are typically 18 and older, though she is open to working with teens who demonstrate some insight, readiness, and motivation—qualities that can be evaluated during the initial assessment prior to beginning body image work.
Type of Coaching: Individual body image coaching
Vibe: Grounded, steady, and sincerely supportive. Janna brings a clear and compassionate presence to her work, which is honest and straightforward, yet always without judgment. She holds space for real conversations and authentic connection, helping clients feel safe enough to be themselves and brave enough to challenge the beliefs that no longer serve them. Her approach is about truth, respect, and gently guiding others toward self-trust, body acceptance, and lasting change.
Main Modalities Utilized: Strength-based, cognitive behavioral coaching, acceptance and commitment coaching, and mindfulness
How To Get Started With Therapy in Peoria, Arizona
Request a sessioN
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If you're ready to start therapy, you can begin by reaching out to us for a consultation. Simply click the button below, fill out the form or give us a call. During this free consult, we'll answer any questions you may have about therapy, how we can best serve you and who on our team of counselors might be best for you. It’s your first step towards personalized care tailored…just for you.
Schedule Intake Session
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After your free consultation, we'll schedule an intake session where you'll meet your therapist (this is where the magic starts to happen). This session is designed to get a comprehensive understanding of where you are right now and your goals. It's a safe space to share your thoughts and concerns, and it allows us to create a customized treatment plan that aligns with your personal journey towards stepping into your full potential.
Start your therapy sessions with confidence and start taking control of your mental health. Each session is a step forward in understanding yourself better, managing your challenges and symptoms effectively, and strengthening your resilience. You’re not just improving your mental health; you’re empowering yourself to live your best life — feeling like a true badass along the way!
Start Feeling Like a Bad Ass
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Mental Health Services in Peoria, Arizona
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy services offer a confidential and safe space that is tailored to your unique needs. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression symptoms, trauma, body image issues, low self esteem or just can’t be doing this anymore, our therapists are some of the very best in Peoria, Arizona. Each therapy session is designed to help you explore and understand your thoughts and emotions so you can live life on your terms. With us, you’ll not only have a better understanding of why you do the things you do but also practical strategies on change and how to live a life that is reflective of who you are authentically.
Child and Teen Therapy
Our child therapists and teen counselors are hilarious and talented in working with your kid. They are so supportive and understanding of our younger clients and work to help them express themselves and navigate the wild time that is being a kid or teen. Whether your child is dealing with school stress, social issues, family dynamics, or big emotional feelings, our therapists specialize in addressing the needs of children and teens. To sum it up, child therapy and teen counseling works to give your child the appropriate coping strategies while also working with you to help you be the kind of parent that your child/teen needs.
*Ages 8+
Couples Therapy
In couples therapy at Sanity Center, we cultivate a supportive space where partners can enhance their communication skills, deepen their emotional connection, and address intimacy issues. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your bond or work through specific relationship issues, our couples counselors provide the tools and guidance necessary for you and your partner to thrive together. Note: you do not need to be married in order to go to couples therapy. We work with folks who are dating, wanting to do pre-marital counseling and those who are married or who have been partnered for some time and need to work through relationship issues. We’re here to support all of you.
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What Other Mental Health Services Does Sanity Center Offer in Peoria, AZ?
Whether you're struggling with anxiety symptoms, depression, trauma, or facing challenges in your relationships, Sanity Center in Peoria, Arizona, is committed to providing the support you need.
Our counseling center offers in-office sessions designed to create a welcoming and safe environment, as well as online therapy and telehealth options for your convenience.
Our therapists believe in nurturing every aspect of your well-being, which is why we are here to support you on your journey toward mental health and personal growth.
Now serving Goodyear, Avondale, Litchfield Park, Peoria, Surprise, Glendale, Phoenix, and all surrounding areas!!!
Visit Our Counseling Clinic
Business Hours: Mon–Thurs: 8 AM – 5 PM
Leave a message if we miss you — we’ll call back within one business day.
Therapy Hours: Our therapists offer sessions at different days and times depending on their individual schedules. Some offer mornings, evenings, or weekends. Reach out or click here for our therapist bios to learn more.
If you are an existing client and need to contact your therapist directly, please use the messaging feature in your Simple Practice Client Portal App.