What is Family Counseling?

Family therapy can be a helpful approach to almost any area of distress, conflict, or mental health concerns within a family.

Although we love thinking that happy and healthy families are naturally the most enriching relationships in life, that may not always be the case. Familis can be impacted by a wide range of obstacles – things like finances, children, death or loss, divorces, and more. At Biltmore Psychology and Counseling, our specialized family counselors can provide a safe, structured opportunity to work through any issue thrown at you and your family.

Our psychologists and counselors use a variety of techniques to help families heal. A common technique used in family therapy is Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) which can help distressed families heal and grow far beyond the counseling sessions.

Every one of our counselors bring a holistic understanding of family dynamics to his or her practice, and all of our counseling services are applicable for LGBT families and communities.

Common Focus of Family Counseling Includes:

  • Parent-Child Conflict
  • Sibling Conflict
  • Support after a Traumatic Event
  • Loss of Another Family Member
  • Planning for an Aging Parent or Medical Issue 
  • Blended Family Dynamics and Step-Parenting
  • Co-Parenting
  • Behavioral or Mood Difficulties in a Child
  • Communication Difficulties with Adult Children
  • Politics and Family
  • Parenting through Divorce

Teletherapy & Video Counseling Sessions Available

Biltmore Psychology and Counseling offers teletherapy sessions as a way to participate in counseling without needing to be physically present at our office.

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Fill out the form below or call us at (480) 999-7070 for a free 10 minute consultation.

Meet our Team

Dr. Melissa Estavillo, PsyD

DR. MELISSA ESTAVILLO, PsyD

Doctorate and Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, Arizona School of Professional Psychology
Practice Areas: Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Relationship / Marriage Counseling, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD / Trauma, Grief, Spiritual Integration, Medical Counseling

Audrey Sessions PsyD at Biltmore Psychology & Counseling in Phoenix, AZ

DR. AUDREY SESSIONS, PsyD

Psy.D. Clinical Psychology, Arizona School of Professional Psychology
M.A. Clinical Psychology, Arizona School of Professional Psychology
M.S. Mental Health Counseling, Walden University
Practice Areas: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Emotional Regulation, LGBTQ+, Race-Based Stress, Military and Veteran-Related Issues, General Mental Health, Couples Counseling, Multicultural Diversity and Inclusion, Mindfulness

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Susan Self

SUSAN SELF, LPC

M.S. Counseling and Human Services, University of Toledo
B.S. Psychology, Bowling Green State University

Practice Areas: Relationship / Marriage Counseling, Pre-marital Counseling, Parenting, General Counseling, Anxiety and Depression, Individual Therapy, Career Decisions, Caring for Aging Relatives, Life Changes, Work/Life Stressors

NICOLE ELLIOTT, LPC

M.C. Counseling, Arizona State University
B.A. English (Literature), Arizona State University

Practice Areas: Adjustment Disorders, Anxiety, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Cbt), Depression, Disability Counseling, Existential Therapy, Faith-Based Counseling, General Mental Health Counseling, Gerontological Counseling, Grief Counseling, Individual Counseling, Mindful Self-Compassion (Msc)

ELIZABETH FELIX, LPC

M.A. Human Resources and Substance Abuse, Ottawa University
M.A. Professional Counseling, Ottawa University
B.A. Psychology, Ottawa University

Practice Areas: Trauma, Anxiety, PTSD, Grief, Life Transitions, Women’s Focused Issues, LGBTQ+, Parenting, Depression, Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Faith-based Counseling, General Mental Health Counseling

Heather Wheeler LCSW at Biltmore Psychology & Counseling in Phoenix, AZ

HEATHER WHEELER, LCSW

Masters in Social Work, Arizona State University
B.A. Psychology, Arizona State University

Specialties: Anxiety, CBT, Depression, Grief Counseling, Couples Counseling, LGBTQ+, Mindfulness, Family Counseling, General Mental Health Counseling, Women-Focused Issues/New Mothers Counseling, and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)

Our Location Near Mesa, AZ

We’re here for you.

Our family therapists apply professional expertise and understanding to provide the best holistic counseling services in Mesa, AZ.

A 10-min consultation can help you determine whether our services would be the right fit for you. Call us today for a free phone consultation.

(480) 999-7070