Therapists and Practitioners
Meet Our Team of Compassionate Therapists and Practitioners at Arizona Family Institute
At Arizona Family Institute, we understand that the journey toward mental well-being is unique for everyone. That’s why we are proud to offer a diverse team of licensed professionals, each bringing their unique skills, experiences, and specialties to help you navigate life's challenges. Our therapists and practitioners are dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your specific needs.
Dan Oakes, LPC, CSAT
Dan is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. With years of experience, he specializes in helping individuals and couples overcome sexual addiction and related issues, providing a safe space for healing and growth.
Mark Bell, LMFT, CSAT
Mark is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. He focuses on relationship dynamics and works with clients to build healthier connections while addressing underlying issues related to intimacy and addiction.
Jeni Steele, MCMH, LPC
Jeni is a Licensed Professional Counselor and specializes in helping people work through ​​people through the pain and discovery of deceptive sexuality and infidelity in their intimate relationships, also known as betrayal trauma.
Crystal Bowman, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Crystal is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's in Family Therapy. Her holistic approach emphasizes family systems and the importance of relationships in the healing process.
Kristine Garner, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Kristine, also a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, brings a wealth of knowledge in working with individuals and families. She is committed to fostering resilience and promoting positive change.
Jeff Anderson DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Dr. Anderson is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He provides comprehensive mental health assessments and medication management tailored to individual needs.
Sam Taylor, LPC
Sam is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in anxiety, OCD, depression, grief, sexual addiction, and trauma. His empathetic approach allows clients to feel understood and supported throughout their therapeutic journey.
Missy Soldner, MC, LPC
With a Master’s in Counseling, Missy is a Licensed Professional Counselor who focuses on creating a safe and trusting environment for her clients. She emphasizes the importance of personal insight and self-discovery.
Paige Schickedanz, LPC
Paige is a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping couples communicate, heal, and strengthen their marriages. She specializes in cases where couples are in crisis and need immediate intervention to save their marriages.
Kim Paraboschi, LCSW
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Kim specializes in trauma-informed care and works with clients to address complex emotional issues while promoting overall well-being.
Barbara Hettinger, MS, LAC
Barbara is a Licensed Associate Counselor who utilizes various therapeutic techniques to help clients and families navigate life's challenges, create healthy boundaries, and strengthen relationships, providing support and guidance through the process.
Jeff Erickson - MS, LAC ASAT
Jeff specializes in treating behavioral addictions, particularly pornography and sexual addiction, and is dedicated to helping clients achieve behavioral sobriety. Jeff's passion for helping others led him to shift careers later in life, dedicating himself to guiding people toward their healthiest and happiest lives.
Monica Muñoz - LAMFT
Monica is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, providing couples counseling as well as individual therapy for those experiencing relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem issues.
Dr. Scott Petersen, DBH LMFT, LIAC
Dr. Petersen is a Doctor of Behavioral Health, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and a Licensed Independent Addiction Counselor. He specializes in helping couples with conflict resolution, communication problems, reconnecting after past transgressions, financial differences, overcoming addictions, and intimacy issues.
Your Path to Healing Starts Here
At Arizona Family Institute, we believe that healing is possible, and our dedicated team is here to guide you every step of the way. Each therapist and practitioner is committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.
To learn more about our team and their individual specialties, please visit their bios linked above. We invite you to reach out to us today to schedule an appointment and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you. Your journey toward healing begins here, and we are honored to support you on this path.
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