Brave Heart Therapy

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My name is Benita and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Arizona and the founder of Brave Heart Therapy. I earned a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from University of Kentucky and a Master's degree in Social Work from Arizona State University. I provide psychotherapy to individual adults (18+) and specialize in trauma, PTSD, complex PTSD, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, mood disorders, and life transitions. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Level I and Level II and am in the process of obtaining EMDR certification. I have training and experience providing trauma-focused treatment through the lens of Structural Dissociation Theory. In addition, I have experience in Polyvagal Theory, ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). My theoretical orientation is trauma and informed and client centered and I take a multi-modal approach to treatment allowing me to assist my clients in discovering the origin of presenting challenges and distress.

Grief doesn’t follow a timeline or move in a straight line.It can come in waves; sometimes expected, sometimes not.Some ...
03/24/2026

Grief doesn’t follow a timeline or move in a straight line.

It can come in waves; sometimes expected, sometimes not.
Some days it’s quieter. Other days, it takes over.

All of that is part of it.
You’re not doing it wrong. 🤍

Trauma therapy often involves slowing things down and moving at a pace the nervous system can tolerate.
03/14/2026

Trauma therapy often involves slowing things down and moving at a pace the nervous system can tolerate.

We welcome Samantha as our newest addition to our team!✨ Samantha is a Licensed Associate Counselor who provides psychot...
09/16/2025

We welcome Samantha as our newest addition to our team!✨

Samantha is a Licensed Associate Counselor who provides psychotherapy for adults, young adults, individuals, and couples. She specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment and relationship issues, emotional regulation, and self-esteem.

She earned her Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of New Hampshire (2020) and her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern New Hampshire University (2025).

Trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), her work is also informed by DBT, ACT, and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy. Grounded in attachment theory, she takes a trauma-informed, client-centered approach that is personalized and collaborative.

She values creating a safe, warm, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly seen, heard, and supported. Her goal is to foster trust, authenticity, and compassion—helping clients heal, grow, and connect more deeply with themselves and others.

Our New Website is LIVE! We’re excited to unveil our newly redesigned website at bravehearttherapyaz.com! Explore our up...
05/20/2025

Our New Website is LIVE!

We’re excited to unveil our newly redesigned website at bravehearttherapyaz.com! Explore our updated platform to:

•Meet Our Expanded Team: Learn about our dedicated therapists now serving clients in both Arizona and North Carolina.

•Discover Innovative Therapies: We’re introducing cutting-edge trauma treatment modalities, including EMDR and Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR), to support your healing journey.

•Access Comprehensive Services: Find detailed information about our trauma-informed care tailored for adults (18+), available both virtually and in-person.

Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive space where healing begins. Visit our new site to learn more and schedule your appointment today.

Therapy that meets you where you are. Now offering in-person and telehealth services in Arizona AND North Carolina to su...
03/25/2025

Therapy that meets you where you are. Now offering in-person and telehealth services in Arizona AND North Carolina to support your mental health and well-being.

To start your journey email us at: info@bravehearttherapyaz.com

Why you may have a hard time tolerating calm
08/16/2024

Why you may have a hard time tolerating calm

Therapy is delicate work and this is because we are unlearning patterns that have been apart of the way we operate for o...
08/16/2024

Therapy is delicate work and this is because we are unlearning patterns that have been apart of the way we operate for our entire lives.

Learning how to undo these patterns is uncomfortable, but not impossible ✨

Why traditional talk therapy isn’t always effective in healing trauma
08/16/2024

Why traditional talk therapy isn’t always effective in healing trauma

Think of EMDR as folding laundry. Your memories are like a basket of laundry. Reprocessing them is like folding the laun...
08/16/2024

Think of EMDR as folding laundry. Your memories are like a basket of laundry. Reprocessing them is like folding the laundry so you can finally put it away 🙏✨

Dissociation is a defense mechanism our brain employs against overwhelming situations. It serves as a trauma response wh...
08/16/2024

Dissociation is a defense mechanism our brain employs against overwhelming situations. It serves as a trauma response where we leave our bodies or don’t feel real.

If you are dissociating, you may feel disconnected from yourself and the world around you. For example, you may feel detached from your body or feel as though the world around you is unreal.

A gentle reminder to show little you some love today✨
08/16/2024

A gentle reminder to show little you some love today✨

✨ Hi, I’m Benita. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, EMDR Certified Therapist, and Owner of Brave Heart Therapy.I’ve...
08/16/2024

✨ Hi, I’m Benita. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, EMDR Certified Therapist, and Owner of Brave Heart Therapy.

I’ve been in the mental health field for about 6 years. I specialize in trauma and trauma related dissociation, however I also treat various mental health and relational issues. I’m not a blank-slate, and what I mean by that is that I will allow my personality to be a part of the therapeutic process. I believe there is so much value in someone’s healing to be seen by another human who is grounded in their own authenticity.
Other things about me: I love…fitness, my cat, traveling, visiting new places, meditation, self-development, reading, learning new things, spirituality, music, going to shows/festivals, spending time with friends/family, being by the ocean, and creating art.
I genuinely enjoy being a therapist and wouldn’t have it any other way. I’m grateful everyday to have a passion for my work!

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1220 S Alma School Road Suite 102 Mesa, AZ 85210
Mesa, AZ
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