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Tanya Underwood, LMFT

Personalized therapy grounded in compassion
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Addiction coping strategies
  • Relationship and trauma care

About Tanya Underwood

Tanya Underwood is an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) in Arizona with 16 years of professional experience. She supports clients navigating stress and anxiety, addiction-related concerns, relationship challenges, and the impact of trauma and abuse.

Her work is grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, with a focus on creating a supportive space where clients feel understood. Tanya tailors the conversation and treatment plan to each person, shaping therapy around individual needs and goals rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

She recognizes that starting therapy can take courage, and she brings an encouraging, collaborative presence to help clients take that first step and continue building momentum over time.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Tanya Underwood have?

Tanya Underwood has 16 years of professional experience providing therapy.

Is Tanya Underwood a licensed therapist?

Yes. Tanya Underwood is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Arizona. Her license is AZ LMFT LMFT-15444.

In which languages does Tanya Underwood provide therapy?

Tanya Underwood provides therapy in English.

Where is Tanya Underwood located?

Tanya Underwood is located in Arizona.

How can I work with Tanya Underwood as my therapist?

You can work with Tanya Underwood through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.

Does Tanya Underwood work with international clients?

No. Tanya Underwood does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Tanya Underwood cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well to Online Sessions

Tanya Underwood draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be adapted to your goals and day-to-day life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing patterns in thoughts, feelings, and actions, then practicing new ways of responding. It is often used for concerns like stress, anxiety, and mood-related challenges by helping clients build practical skills over time.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes making room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most. It can be especially helpful when clients feel stuck, overwhelmed, or pulled off course by worry, cravings, or painful experiences. Attachment-Based Therapy also supports clients in understanding how early and current relationships shape trust, connection, and communication, which can be valuable when working through relationship concerns and the effects of trauma.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Tanya works collaboratively with clients to identify priorities, preferences, and pacing, then adjusts strategies as therapy unfolds so the work stays aligned with what each client needs most.

Online therapy adds flexibility and access by allowing sessions through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This variety can make it easier to stay consistent, fit therapy into a busy schedule, and choose the format that feels most comfortable from one week to the next.

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