Sylvia Close, LCSW — Therapist in Arizona

Hi there, I'm Sylvia!

Healing begins with feeling heard. I'm here to walk alongside you with compassion and take that first or next step together. Reach out when you are ready.

My focus

I support individuals navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, and chronic health conditions. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, older adults, and veterans, offering a personalized and respectful approach that meets you where you are.

My approach

I offer an empathetic, strengths-based approach that honors your unique journey. Drawing from CBT, DBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy, I tailor each session to your evolving needs. My goal is to create a safe, collaborative space where you feel empowered to move toward your goals with clarity and resilience.

My communication style

My communication style is gentle, direct, and deeply empathetic. I approach each conversation with curiosity and care, using active listening to ensure you feel truly heard and understood. You can expect a calm, non-judgmental presence that fosters trust and emotional safety.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey into therapy began when I first started learning about mental illness and the powerful interventions that can spark healing and change. I'm passionate about helping others make meaningful changes and grow into healthier, more empowered versions of themselves.

My goals for you

I work closely with you to identify meaningful goals that reflect your values, strengths, and current challenges. Together, we explore how these goals may evolve as life circumstances shift or new insights emerge. Through a supportive process, I help you stay focused, build momentum, and celebrate progress.

Our first session

The first session is a gentle introduction where I learn about you—your history, current challenges, and what you hope to gain from therapy. It's a space to share at your own pace with no pressure to have everything figured out. My role is to create a calm, non-judgmental environment where you feel safe and understood.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Allegiance
Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
Alignment Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
All Savers

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Arizona State University.

Sessions

Video session

60 minutes

Sylvia Close