Scottsdale, AZ
Real talk. Real tools. Real change.
Scottsdale, AZ is where I run my therapy practice, Fuzzy Socks Therapy. I offer individual therapy, couples counseling, and family therapy both online and in person. If you need a therapist who skips the fluffy jargon and talks to you like a real person, you found one. I work with adults, couples, families, and some teens and children who are done repeating the same patterns and ready to actually change.
Serving Scottsdale, AZ and surrounding areas, I specialize in helping people who grew up in dysfunctional families deal with the fallout. Maybe your parents had substance issues. Maybe there was abuse, neglect, or just constant chaos nobody ever addressed. Whatever happened, I help you make sense of it and build the skills to move forward.
Why Scottsdale Residents Choose My Practice
I combine deep trauma work with practical skill building. You will not leave my office with vague advice that sounds nice but falls apart the second you get into an argument with your partner or start spiraling at 2 a.m. You will leave with concrete tools that actually work in real life.
I am direct. I am also compassionate. But I will not waste your time with endless nodding and "tell me more about that" while you wonder if anything is happening. I translate therapy concepts into language that makes sense. If something is not working, we fix it. If you need to vent, I listen. If you need someone to call you out kindly, I can do that too.
People tell me they feel like they are talking to a real person, not a therapist reading from a script. That is the point. You cannot be honest with someone who feels fake, and healing requires honesty.
Who I Work With
Most of my clients are adults in their 30s through 50s who have realized their childhood is still running the show. You notice yourself picking the same unavailable partners, losing your temper when you did not mean to, people-pleasing until you have nothing left, or feeling like your emotions control you instead of the other way around.
Many people I work with are also neurodivergent or suspect they might be. ADHD and autism add layers to trauma work, and I approach these situations with the nuance they need. We work with your brain, not against it.
I also see couples who want better communication, families dealing with tough dynamics, and some teens and children who need support.
Services
Issues I Specialize In
Trauma and Attachment Trauma: Growing up with emotionally unavailable parents, never feeling good enough, learning your needs did not matter. These experiences shape how you relate to everyone, including yourself. I help you process them so they stop running your life.
Anxiety: Racing thoughts, constant worry, tension that will not quit. We address both the symptoms and the deeper patterns keeping anxiety in place.
ADHD and Executive Functioning: Living with ADHD in a world built for neurotypical brains is exhausting. Beyond focus issues, there is often shame and frustration from years of feeling like you are not reaching your potential. We build strategies that fit your actual life.
Autism: Whether you were diagnosed as a kid or are just figuring it out now, I provide a space to explore what autism means for you without judgment.
Relationship Issues: If you keep attracting the same type of person, shut down during conflict, or give until you are empty, we figure out why and what to do about it.
What to Expect
Start with a free consultation so we can make sure we are a good fit. Book it through my online scheduling system. If we decide to work together, you complete paperwork online before our first session.
For adults, I spend one session on intake, assessment, and goal setting. For children, I meet with parents first, then start seeing the child.
Once we are working together, you can schedule recurring appointments or book online as needed. I sometimes assign homework if it would help. We check in on progress regularly and adjust as needed. The goal is to get you where you want to be, not keep you in therapy forever.
In-Person and Online Options
I offer both in-person and online sessions. Some people like the focus of being in a dedicated space. Others prefer the convenience of connecting from home. Either way, you get the same quality of care.
Ready to Get Started?
If you are tired of the same patterns, struggling with emotions that feel out of control, or still dealing with the effects of a rough childhood, reach out. Schedule your free consultation and let's figure out if working together makes sense.
For scheduling and fee information, contact me directly. I am happy to answer questions before we start.