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Compassionate Mental Health Counseling Services in Gilbert, AZ
At The Next Step, we take an integrated approach to individualized treatment, prioritizing your improved health and healing journey. Founded by Andra Perryman, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience, our team includes specialized therapists trained in evidence-based modalities like CBT, DBT, EMDR, and play therapy. We serve children, teens, adults, and first responders struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Our collaborative process begins with a thorough assessment to match clients with the most qualified clinicians, ensuring personalized care rooted in empathy and scientific rigor.We emphasize building resilience through mindfulness, creative therapies, and skills-based interventions while maintaining strict confidentiality. As a trauma-informed practice, we recognize the lasting impact of vicarious trauma on first responders and provide targeted support for this population. Our commitment to accessibility is reflected in evening/weekend hours, telehealth options, and in-network partnerships with major insurers. We measure success through clients' ability to regain emotional control, rebuild relationships, and achieve lasting wellness.
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Depression Treatment
Trauma Counseling
Child Behavioral Therapy
First Responder Mental Health
Play Therapy
Telehealth Sessions
Family Counseling
Crisis Intervention
EMDR Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of combined experience in trauma-informed mental health care
- Our therapists utilize evidence-based modalities like CBT, DBT, and EMDR
- Specialized programs for first responders and children's behavioral challenges
- We provide evening/weekend appointments with telehealth and in-person options
- Our team includes clinicians credentialed with major insurance providers
What people say
Empathetic therapists
Effective trauma treatment
Child-friendly approach
Flexible scheduling
Insurance-friendly
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Our anxiety specialists use evidence-based approaches like CBT and mindfulness techniques to address generalized anxiety, panic disorders, and phobias. We help clients understand anxiety's physiological and cognitive components while developing personalized coping strategies. Treatment focuses on breaking negative thought patterns, managing physical symptoms, and restoring daily functioning through both individual and family-inclusive sessions.
Child Counseling
Specialized treatment for children aged 3-12 using play therapy, art therapy, and behavioral interventions. Our clinicians address emotional regulation, developmental delays, and trauma impacts while involving parents in the healing process. Sessions incorporate creative modalities to help young clients express feelings nonverbally and develop healthy coping mechanisms in a safe environment.
Trauma Therapy
Trauma-informed care utilizing EMDR, somatic therapy, and cognitive processing techniques to treat acute and complex trauma. We address both 'Big T' traumas like accidents and 'little t' traumas such as emotional abuse. Treatment focuses on nervous system regulation, memory processing, and rebuilding trust through gradual exposure and stabilization techniques tailored to each client's readiness.
First Responder Counseling
Specialized mental health services for police, firefighters, EMTs, and military veterans dealing with occupational trauma. Our clinicians understand responder culture and use targeted interventions for PTSD, vicarious trauma, and operational stress injuries. Treatment emphasizes resilience building, peer support integration, and maintaining professional effectiveness while managing trauma symptoms.
Depression Treatment
Comprehensive depression management combining behavioral activation, cognitive restructuring, and interpersonal therapy. We address both situational and clinical depression through symptom tracking, activity scheduling, and identifying negative thought patterns. Treatment includes family education components and focuses on restoring motivation, energy levels, and engagement in meaningful activities.
People
Andra Perryman
CEO & Clinical Director
LCSW with 18+ years of mental health experience, specializing in trauma treatment. Holds dual master's degrees in social work and child development. Combines clinical expertise with Christian faith to guide healing journeys.
Carolyn Osenbau
Clinical Supervisor
LPC with expertise in child therapy using play and cognitive behavioral approaches. Specializes in trauma-focused CBT for children birth to twelve with trauma and attachment issues.
Ashley Ramirez
Clinical Supervisor
LCSW with specialization in young adult transitions and anxiety treatment. Uses client-centered and CBT approaches to build therapeutic trust and promote emotional growth.
Kyle Avery
Therapist
LCSW with 6+ years of experience treating children and young adults. Integrates play therapy, CBT, and DBT to address anxiety, trauma, and behavioral challenges in a client-centered framework.
Shauna Osten
Therapist
LMSW with cross-cultural experience in trauma-informed care. Utilizes CBT and EFT to create safe therapeutic environments for clients navigating complex mental health challenges and life transitions.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide anxiety therapy, depression treatment, trauma counseling, child/teen therapy, first responder mental health services, EMDR, and family counseling using evidence-based approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
We're in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna/Evernorth, and Optum/United Healthcare. We also offer self-pay options and superbills for out-of-network reimbursement.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Yes, we offer evening sessions until 8pm and Saturday appointments to accommodate working professionals and families.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us through our website contact form or call (480) 702-1605 during business hours (5a-5p M-F) to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 24-hour notice for cancellations. Late cancellations after July 1, 2024 will incur a $75 fee.
Do you offer telehealth options?
Yes, we provide secure telehealth sessions for clients who prefer virtual appointments or have scheduling constraints.
