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LIGHTHOUSE PSYCHIATRY

In-Person and Virtual Counseling Services in Gilbert and Scottsdale, AZ

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INDIVIDUALIZED THERAPY

Our experienced therapists are very passionate about helping patients overcome their challenges and recapture their life.

Our therapists specialize in the follow:

  • Individual (child, adolescent, teen, and adults)
  • Family (married, divorced, foster, adopted, and blended)
  • Couples & marriage
  • Group
  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) (trauma therapy)
  • ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy (trauma therapy)
  • KAP (Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy) (trauma therapy)
  • Trauma focused-CBT(trauma therapy)
  • Sand Play Therapy
  • Mindfulness, ACT
  • DBT

We manage and treat the following conditions.

MOOD DISORDERS: Depression, Bipolar, and Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorders

ANXIETY DISORDERS: Generalized Anxiety, Social anxiety, Panic, Obsessive compulsive disorder, PTSD, Agoraphobia, Separation anxiety, Phobias, Selective Mutism, and School Refusal

DISRUPTIVE DISORDERS: ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and Conduct Disorder.

DEVELOPMENT DISORDERS: Autism Spectrum, Sensory Integration, and Social communication Disorders

SLEEP DYSREGULATION: Insomnia, Night Terrors, Nightmares, Circadian-Rhythm Disorders.

IMPULSE CONTROL: Intermittent Explosive Disorder, Trichotillomania (hair pulling), Hoarding, Excoriation Disorder (Skin-Picking).

PERSONALITY DISORDERS: Borderline PD, OCPD, and others

RELATIONSHIP CHALLENGES: Marriage, Couples, Family, Parenting, Grief, and others

SECONDARY SUBSTANCE ABUSE: Diagnosis Only, detox and maintenance services are referred out

EYE MOVEMENT DESENSITIZATION AND REPROCESSING (E.M.D.R.)

EMDR is an effective and science-backed therapeutic intervention that alleviates negative thoughts or memories by accessing existing information and introducing new information through specific procedural processing steps.

EMDR is grounded in psychological sciences with decades of robust research and scientific data. EMDR integrates elements from attachment, behavior, cognitive, mindfulness, and bio-informational processing.

EMDR can be effective and impactful for all types of trauma, including early childhood trauma and recent acute traumatic events.

HOW DOES EMDR WORK? WHAT ARE THE STEPS/STAGES?

  1. Thorough History Taking
  2. Preparation
  3. Assessment
  4. Desensitization
  5. Installation of Positive Cognition
  6. Body Scan
  7. Closure
  8. Reevaluation

The above are the general steps an EMDR therapist will guide an individual through the resolution of their trauma experience, impact, and symptomatology.

For additional information, such as research, on EDMR, please go to www.EMDRIA.org.

When you are ready to overcome your trauma, contact us and get set up with a an EMDR trauma therapist to begin your journey to recovery.

Testimonial

Client Feedback & Reviews

I have been to so many places in my lifetime for my mental health and have never found a place like lighthouse!! The people I have interacted with especially my therapist have changed my life in such an amazing way. I will never go anywhere else and will never stop seeing them even when I’m doing good because I will never stop trying to improve my mental health. I’m not embarrassed to say we all need help and this is the place I highly recommend, coming from a person who’s been in therapy since the age of 9 years and now in my 40’s I’d consider myself some what of an expert on mental health facilities and providers!!! I recommend lighthouse to any and everyone looking for help, they are the exception to the rule and truly care about their patients!
To begin, I’m diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder II and Depression. Throughout the years, I have been to many different psychiatrists. I tend to stay with my current provider for as long as possible, for fear of having to explain my circumstances again or start all over in terms of my treatment. After being a patient of my previous psychiatrist for a little over two years, I decided that it was time to find another. I started to feel like just a number to my psychiatrist, and no longer a human being. This prompted me to search for someone and somewhere new. I came across Lighthouse Psychiatry via Google and I was impressed by the many positive reviews, and decided to try them out. I can honestly say that my very first interaction with this office was exceptional.
The support staff are sympathetic, professional, and responsive. I felt like I was actually being heard, able to express my concerns with no judgment, and expressed a sensation that I have never felt with a psychiatrist before: relief. If you’re searching for a psychiatric office that will make you feel truly helped and relieved, then I would highly recommend Lighthouse Psychiatry.
From our first visit I really felt connected to my provider and from that moment on she has been such a benefit to my life. She is authentic, compassionate, empathetic and kind..but what really stood out to me from day one is how incredibly smart she is. She doesn’t come across as a geek, but I would always be amazed how much information she would have on medications. She could literally recite from memory what studies had shown on certain medicines. Her listening skills are impeccable. She’s has an incredible memory of this patients history..All the while drilling down through extraneous data in that super smart brain of hers, to determine the appropriate solution for my issues. I tragically lost my daughter.

A.R.T. TRAUMA THERAPY

Don't Believe Everything You Think.

Resolve old feelings

Erase old images

Rewrite your story

Keep the Knowledge. Lose the Pain.

Traumatic experiences can sometimes lead to unhelpful and often inaccurate thoughts about ourselves and the world around us. This can result in feelings of helplessness, hopelessness and low self worth.

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) helps individuals reconsolidate traumatic memories so they no longer elicit strong emotional or physical responses. This allows thoughts to change naturally and enables individuals to experience post-traumatic growth.

HOW IS ART DIFFERENT?

  • Targets images and sensations
  • Voluntary image replacement
  • Takes healing beyond desensitization to "positization"
  • Process oriented, not content driven

KETAMINE ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY (KAP)

KAP is a modern application of ketamine used for the treatment of PTSD.

(Starting soon)

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Our Locations
GILBERT OFFICE:

4001 E Baseline Rd Ste 204 Gilbert, AZ 85234

SCOTTSDALE OFFICE:

15300 N 90th St Ste 750 Scottsdale, AZ 85260

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MARIE AVILA, LMSW

Therapist

CLINIC: Gilbert, Virtual

Fluent in English

Marie Avila LMSW of Lighthouse Psychiatry

Marie is a licensed social worker who graduated from Arizona State University with her Masters in Social Work. Marie believes in using a strengths based approach in therapy, utilizing Solution Focused therapy, CBT and DBT and trauma informed care to help understand how mental health, trauma and life circumstances are intertwined. She specializes in adolescents and adults diagnosed with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder, offering parent coaching strategies from Nurturing Parenting cirriculum to assist parents in understanding and parenting challenging behaviors. She is dedicated to helping individuals understand their mental health challenges, improve relationships and heal from their trauma.


Marie also has completed Domestic Violence training from the Arizona Coation Against Domestic Violence and works within the community to provide psychoeducation and support to domestic violence victims.

In her spare time Marie enjoys reading, listening to podcasts, traveling and spending time with her family.

Karen McIntosh, LCSW

Therapist See age 18+

CLINIC: Scottdale, Virtual

Compassionate. Experienced. Client-focused. Karen McIntosh brings over a decade of experience in the mental health field, helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with empathy and expertise. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Karen specializes in working with clients experiencing anxiety and depression by utilizing a diverse range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychoanalysis and humanistic therapy.

Karen’s experience spans across various settings, from private practice to hospital environments, where she has provided tailored treatment plans, conducted comprehensive assessments, and supported clients dealing with anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions. Her approach is rooted in understanding each client’s unique needs, empowering them to achieve their goals through evidence-based strategies and compassionate guidance.

Karen combines academic excellence with real-world experience to offer a safe, supportive, and results-driven therapeutic experience.  Whether you’re seeking support for personal growth, emotional challenges, or relationship dynamics, Karen is committed to walking alongside you on your journey to mental well-being.

While she calls both Georgia and Arizona her home, she enjoys exploring the world to take part in culture, language, community and most of all, food.  She spends her free time hiking, walking, reading, watching documentaries and even the occasional guilty pleasure reality show.

Take the first step towards a healthier you—connect with Karen today.

Tristan Echevarria, BS

Therapist-in-training

CLINIC: Gilbert

Fluent in English

Tristan is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Grand Canyon University. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Arizona State University and has an extensive background in mental health. Tristan has worked closely with innovative alternative treatments, including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Transcranial Photobiomodulation (Red Light Therapy), to support individuals in their mental health journey. Tristan is passionate about helping clients navigate life’s challenges by providing a safe and supportive environment. He integrates evidence-based practices with individualized treatment plans, striving to empower clients to overcome obstacles and achieve personal growth.


In his spare time, Tristan enjoys watching sports such as football and baseball, exercising at the gym, playing video games, and spending time with family.