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Counseling for Adults, Teens, & Children

Online & in Scottsdale, AZ

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From the outside, it seems like
everything is great.

But on the inside… you may be riddled with constant worry, anger, guilt, or resentment.

Possibly feeling disconnected… like there is NOTHING you can do that’s enough.

It can feel like you’re always dropping the ball somewhere!

Finding a balance is difficult.

Being a dependable friend everyone can count on – regardless of the challenges you’re facing.

Keeping up with the demands of your career – but things are falling apart at home.

Trying to be the parent your child needs – but sometimes, you don’t even know what that looks like.

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What if life didn’t have to be this hard?

Can you imagine what it would feel like to break free and put your mind to rest?

Or imagine being aware when you’re worrying about something that is SO far out of your control and let it GO!

These are just a few freedoms that you can find when you dare to look within.

The choice to do the work is in your control, and we’re here to guide you – we promise, it’s worth it!

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Meet The Claibourne Team

Jessie Evers, LAC, Scottsdale - Childrens Therapist Scottsdale.

Jessie Evers, LAC

Children, Adults, Self-Esteem, MI, IFS

Natalie Carlat, LAC, Scottsdale - Trauma therapist Scottsdale.

Jacob Leonardi, LMSW

Teens, Adults, Chronic Pain, Sleep, CBT, MI

Natalie Carlat, LAC, Scottsdale - Trauma therapist Scottsdale.

Natalie Carlat, LAC

Teens, Couples, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, PIT

Loran Wallace, LPC, Scottsdale - Trauma therapist Scottsdale.

Loran Wallace, LPC

Adults, Couples, Trauma, Recovery, ART

Stephanie Nilsen, Ph.D., MS Intern, Children's Trauma Counseling Scottsdale.

Stephanie Nilsen, PhD, MS Intern

Adults, Children, Trauma, Solution-Focused

Stephanie Nilsen, Ph.D., MS Intern for trauma, anxiety and depression counseling in Scottsdale.

Mandy Schumacher, LAC

Adults, Children, Families, IFS, EFT

Andrea Torres, LCSW, Spanish speaking therapist in Scottsdale.

Andrea Torres, LCSW

Teens, Couples, Trauma, Stress, EMDR

India Johnson, LCSW Scottsdale Black LGBTQIA+ Therapist

India Johnson, LCSW

Couples, Families, Relationships, IFS, EMDR

Natalie Wheeler, LCSW Scottsdale Family Therapist

Natalie Wheeler, LCSW

Children, Trauma, DBT, Play Therapy

Samantha Becerra, MS Intern, Scottsdale Relationship and Trauma Therapy

Samantha Becerra, T-LAC

Teens, Trauma, Relationships, DBT, EMDR

Claire Karakey, LPC-S, Best Scottsdale Grief, Depression and Trauma Counselor.

Claire Karakey, LPC-S

Individuals, Grief & Loss, Shame, EMDR

Hi, I’m Claire
Clinical Director & Founder

It takes courage to find hope – to look in the mirror and say, “I’m not going to live like this anymore.”

At Claibourne Counseling, YOU are the expert of YOU. Together, we will work to rediscover your strengths, move through past hurts, and start redefining what happiness looks like for you.

Your feelings and experiences are real, valid, and unique. Therapy can help you identify, understand, and accept these feelings while learning to communicate them in a way you will not only be heard but understood.

My number one goal for Claibourne Counseling is to help others tap into the natural abilities to heal themselves and to provide support throughout the tough yet rewarding journey.

It’s time to put your mind at ease so that you can start not only listening, but trusting your heart.

I’m glad you’re here!

Meet Our Team

Where do we start?

There is no glory in the struggle.

When you’re ready – we’ll be here!

You don’t have to worry about what’s next – that’s our job.

Call us at (480) 485-8824 to schedule a free consultation to see if we are a good fit. No obligation. No pressure.

Let’s Talk

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What We Offer

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Happy Clients

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“I came to Claibourne with little trust in my heart after seeing too many therapists who were unable to meet my needs. However, by the first session, I could tell that they were different. My therapist is overflowing with genuine empathy and warmth that is essential for recovery. No matter what you’re going through, they will meet you with both the compassion and professional expertise you need and deserve to make it to the other side.”

“Claibourne counseling is extremely professional! If they cannot provide a service they make recommendations for someone who can. They definitely coordinate care and make you feel extremely important! I would highly recommend!”

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“It’s a journey to go through counseling and the counselors at Claibourne make this journey feel like I’m not alone. I appreciate that I was able to find Claibourne Counseling and a counselor perfect for me. I highly recommend starting your journey here.”

“I’m a mental health professional and work in Scottsdale. I love working with the staff of Claibourne Counseling. Their office is responsive, treats my client referrals with respect, and value continuous education in order to give the best care each practitioner has to offer. I’m happy to have them in the neighborhood.”

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“When I was looking for a counselor, my goals were to find someone I could be very open and honest with, be comfortable with telling my deepest fears and secrets to, and more importantly to find someone that could help me navigate through all of it. I found everything and more than I was looking for. I always leave the office feeling better than when I came in and ready to tackle all the challenges that life has to offer.”