Trauma-Informed
Mental Health Counseling

When past experiences feel too heavy to carry alone, we're here to
help you find your way forward.

Mental Health Counseling & Therapy in Tempe and Mesa, AZ

Welcome to Inner Balance

Individual, Compassionate Trauma Informed Care

We’re not just trauma-aware, we’re fully trauma-informed. Every therapist on our team is trained in EMDR and DBT to help you heal from PTSD, childhood trauma, and complex trauma.

We Accept All Insurances

Quality Care Within Reach

When you contact us, our Client Care Coordinator personally matches you with the right therapist for your specific needs, ensuring the best fit from your very first session.

Conditions We Treat

PTSD & Trauma

Healing from single-incident, medical, or long-term
traumatic experiences.

Childhood & Complex Trauma

Childhood And Complex Trauma: If you or a loved one is struggling with the effects of complex trauma, Inner Balance is here to help.

Anxiety & Depression

Anxiety And Depression: Nearly everyone will experience anxious feelings, but having an anxiety disorder is a bit different.

Relationship Challenges

Relationship Challenges: It’s not just about being dependent on a person but making a relationship your identity.

Substance Abuse

People struggling with substance abuse often describe their lives as feeling overwhelming, disconnected, or difficult to manage.

Dissociative Disorders

t’s a rare and misunderstood disorder, but it’s important that these individuals get the treatment they deserve.

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Individuals with neurodevelopmental differences may experience the world in unique ways that shape attention, learning, behavior, and social interaction.

Our Counseling Services

How We Help

Individual
Counseling

Couples
Counseling

Group
Counseling

(Coming Soon)

Intensive Outpatient
Program (IOP)

(Coming Soon)

Why Choose Inner Balance

Quality Care Within Reach

Consistent, specialized care
across our entire team

From childhood trauma to
single incidents

Our therapists are held to the
highest standards

We're here to help you create
lasting transformation

Meet Our Team

Specialized Trauma Therapists

Amanda Endres

DBT, EMDR, Parts Work

Amelia Stahl

DBT, EMDR, Person Centered

Celest Rice

Person-Centered Therapy, DBT, and EMDR

Fernando Rodriguez

Person-Centered Therapy, DBT, EMDR

Isabel Jaurequi-Maestas

DBT, IFS Parts Work, ACT

Melinda Johnson

CBT, Person-Centered Therapy

Robert Fitzpatrick

CBT, DBT, Trauma Focused Counseling

Shelby Bussolotti

CBT, DBT, Trauma-Informed

Your Care, Your Way: in-office or online therapy

Flexible Options for Busy Lives

Conveniently located off the US-60

Online Therapy

What Our
Patients Say

I highly recommend
Inner Balance Counseling...

Inner Balance Counseling is a remarkable group counseling practice. They have a strong trauma-informed approach and their EMDR therapists are exceptionally well-trained. The counselors are known for their knowledge, professionalism, and compassionate care. They create a safe and welcoming environment for clients to explore their emotions and work through past traumas. If you are looking for effective and empathetic therapy, I highly recommend Inner Balance Counseling.

-Karen C.

very professional and
supportive...

The staff at Inner Balance Counseling is very professional and supportive. They guided me to Jennifer Rizzo. Man I’m very glad that they did. Jennifer is professional, caring, and always knew what to do and say. Jennifer is also very accommodating to my needs and schedule. I highly recommend Jennifer and Inner Balance Counseling.

-richard l.

I am incredibly grateful
for their support.

The counselor at Inner Balance has truly been life-changing for me. they provided the tools and guidance I needed to navigate my internal struggles and grow in ways I never thought possible. Her compassionate and insightful approach made me feel heard, understood, and empowered. Each session helped me gain clarity, build resilience, and develop healthier ways to manage my emotions. I’m incredibly grateful for the support and highly recommend this counselor to anyone looking for someone who genuinely cares and makes a real difference.

-Richard l.

Thank you from the
bottom of my heart.

The staff of Inner Balance Counseling has been quintessential to my recovery from a multifaceted and intimidating history. The councilor that I have built a relationship with has been the only person to understand my thoughts, emotions, and genuine feelings throughout the process and not only encourages my evolution, but their genuine concern and caring nature makes me feel that my mental health actually matters for the first time in my life. Pamela, regardless of the societal standards and pressure that I am under in my situation, you have devoted more attention to me than I previously believed I deserved.

-jason C.

Therapy Success Story.

I started seeing Krista Jackson for anxiety and panic disorder, and within a few weeks, my condition had improved significantly, and after a few months, I feel a whole new way. I haven’t had any problems for a few months and I’m very grateful for the time I spent with Krista.

Liam P.

Positive Client Feedback.

There are only positive reviews here. Thanks to them, my path to recovery was very easy and the services are affordable. My therapist is just wonderful, he is exactly what I needed.

Seth M.

Convenient Locations in Mesa and Tempe

Two East Valley Offices

Mesa Location

Tempe Location

Office Hours

Therapy Sessions

Ready to Start Healing?

Your Past Doesn't Define
Your Future

Our trauma-informed therapists are ready to support you.