Adlerian Therapists in Gilbert, AZ

I believe people can build the lives they want to live by aligning themselves with their values, which may shift with the various seasons of life.

Lifeline is a team of counselors/therapists with the education and experience to help with most any issue that can bring a person to counseling. We offer a wide variety of programs and approaches that are designed for you. With our large team of providers we are able to find a good fit for you.

I have 14+ years of experience working in diverse mental health capacities. I earned a masters degree in sociology that informs my focus on context; as well as a masters in clinical mental health counseling that guided me in helping individuals most effectively. Currently, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating gender expression, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, disabilities, and minority stress. I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate space where you can feel understood, heal, and make meaningful changes. Together, we’ll work toward your personal goals, cultivating a life that aligns with your values and true self.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families to create meaningful, measurable change in how they feel, function, and relate to others. My approach is evidence-based, empathic, and solution-focused, with therapy centered on helping you achieve clear goals so that progress is noticeable in daily life. I work with a wide range of concerns—including anxiety, low mood, loss, self-doubt, and life transitions—and have particular expertise in performance psychology, public speaking anxiety, panic attacks, fear of flying, and questions of purpose or meaning. If you’re unsure whether therapy is the right next step, I also offer a one-time consultation assessment to help clarify what may be contributing to your current stress and identify effective pathways forward, whether through therapy or other strategies.

My goal is to help you identify and resolve issues that may be preventing you from getting more of what you want in life. My style is warm and empathic, yet I can be challenging when it is needed in order to achieve growth.

Gilbert is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States and one of the most family-oriented suburbs in the Phoenix metro, with a significant LDS (Latter-day Saint) community that shapes the social fabric and therapy culture — many residents seek therapists who can integrate faith values with evidence-based approaches to marriage, parenting, and anxiety. The city's rapid growth and suburban character mean social isolation and the challenge of building community in a sprawling new development are recurring therapy themes. Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Medical Center provides institutional mental health resources, and many Gilbert residents access care through the broader Phoenix metro therapy ecosystem. The city's younger family demographic drives consistent demand for child and adolescent therapists and couples counselors.

Gender ID

	62%	Female
	25%	Male
	13%	Non-Binary

Session Type

	50%	In Person and Online
	50%	Online Only

Top Specialties

67%	ADHD
67%	Anxiety or Fears
67%	Depression
67%	Stress
50%	Loss or Grief
50%	Self Esteem
33%	Addictions or Substance Abuse

Ages Served

100%	Adult
50%	Senior
50%	Teen
50%	Young Adult
17%	Children

Client Focus

67%	Asian
67%	Hispanic / Latino
67%	LGBTQ+
67%	Persons with Disabilities
67%	Women

Adlerian therapists in Gilbert, AZ

Dr. Amanda Malak

Lifeline PCS

Linda Schartman, MA LPC

Alan Jacobson, Psy.D.

Dr. Tara Thompson

Adlerian Therapy therapists in Gilbert, AZ Statistics

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Average cost per session

Accept insurance

Offer sliding scale