In-Person in Tempe, AZ 85282
If you are here, it’s probably because something’s just not right - you're feeling anxious, depressed or having problems with relationships, school, or work. If you are feeling stuck or disconnected from your relationship with others or yourself, you are in the right place to begin healing.
I provide support, accountability, and specific tools to navigate difficult situations. I am passionate about helping teens and adults manage difficult emotions, process relationship stressors, and overcome trauma. I have current availability for in person or online therapy and would love to chat with you to see if working together feels like it could be a good fit.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Teen, Young Adult
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Sandplay Therapy Uses sand trays and miniature figures to allow symbolic expression. It is especially helpful for children and trauma survivors.
Approach Description: I want to make sure that every person that enters my office feels heard and understood. My approach is warm and humorous, yet direct. While I pull from a variety of therapeutic modalities, trauma-informed and attachment focused approaches are cornerstones of my work. I utilize EMDR, which is an evidenced based treatment to help overcome trauma, alleviate depression/anxiety, and help with feeling stuck.
Education & Credentials
Michaela Decker LMFT
- Female
- License # LMFT#15137
- Licensed in AZ
- Practicing Since 2010
Education: 2008 Bachelor's of Psychology, Minor in Communication from Arizona State University
2010 Master's of Marriage and Family Therapy from Arizona State University
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $165
- Out of Network
- I do not accept insurance but I can provide a monthly superbill you can submit if you are eligible for out-of-network insurance benefits. I do accept FSA/HSA cards as well as all major credit cards.
Michaela Decker Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Tempe, AZ 85282
- Available Online for residents of Arizona, Florida
- Online Therapy Details: HIPAA Secure Video via Simple Practice
Michaela is the owner of Vesta Counseling, LLC, which offers individual and family therapy for ages 12 and up in Tempe, Arizona as well as online throughout Arizona. Visit my website at www.vestacounseling.com