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Meet The Team
Aaron Jacobson, M.S., LPC Licensed Professional Counselor Gottman Method Level 2 for Couples
"Together, we create a sacred space for healing, growth, and discovery. As a counselor, hearing your story is one of my greatest privileges. It is my hope that as your life story unfolds, we can better prepare you (the main character) to face and embrace the challenges, opportunities and events that shape you".
Rosa Ruales, MC., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor Bilingual Therapist (English/Spanish)
Rosa Ruales is a Licensed Professional Counselor working with child, adolescent, individual and family therapy in English and Spanish. She creates a safe and compassionate environment in which self-understanding and self-empowerment are explored and promoted to create healthier, sustainable, and greatly fulfilling change. He is trained in the use of Sand Therapy and play therapy. Ms. Ruales has been trained in the Gottman Method for Couples Counseling (level 3)
Isabella Moreno, Ed. S., M.S., LPC,
Certified School Psychologist
Bilingual Therapist
(English/Italian)
Ms. Moreno has received training in Structural Family Therapy at the Child Guidance Clinic and University of Pennsylvania and a post graduate certification in marriage and family therapy from Saint Mary’s University, MN. Ms. Moreno is also a nationally and Arizona certified school psychologist, where she has worked in public schools for more than 20 years.
Mark Mansfield, M.S., LPC Licensed Professional Counselor
For a majority of that time he has worked with kids and their families. His experience also includes time as a behavioral consultant and a training manager. Therapeutically he primarily works from a CBT framework but includes elements of DBT and narrative therapy as well as the more indirective play-based Sand Therapy and StoryPlay® interventions. He is passionate about helping others heal, grow, and reach their full potential.
Seol Ki, MSW, LMSW
Licensed Master Social Worker
Bilingual therapist
(Korean & English)
Seol earned a Master’s in Social Work from Arizona State University and Ph.D. in Communication from Rutgers University. She is licensed through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as LMSW. She specializes in a large array of challenges including, but not limited to: Intercultural challenges include racism and discrimination, interracial and/or international relationships, problematic internet use including excessive online/mobile gaming or social media use, stressors in higher education or academia, substance use, anxiety, depression As an immigrant herself, she understands acculturation-related stress for immigrants, international students, and interracial/intercultural relationships. She has conducted multiple research studies on health equity, internet gaming disorder, and opioid use disorder. With extensive experience in scientific research, Seol Ki uses evidence-based intervention strategies including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interview.
Erica Ayala, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
My counseling style is warm, inviting and interactive. I meet you where you are and walk alongside your journey to healing. My approach is very diverse and combines cognitive behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, dialectical behavioral therapy, emotion focused therapy, trauma focused therapy, 7 challenges, certified clinical trauma specialist, sex-trafficking and exploitation. It takes great courage to make the first step in your journey to healing. I look forward to walking that journey with you towards a more fulfilling, happier life and best version of yourself.
Tiffany O'Connor MC., LAC
Licensed Associate Counselor Expressive Art Therapy
Tiffany’s experience includes working with children and adults, of various ages, as well as their families in both individual and with their family settings. She uses Cognitive Behavioral techniques utilizing a creative approach in Expressive Art Therapy to allow one’s own personal expression guide them and their families through life’s challenges and barriers. Her experience includes but is not limited to those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, communication, self-awareness, life adjustments and children with Asperger/autism. Tiffany creates a safe, non-judgmental and open environment in which to explore the gifts of each individual client. She allows them the space to for clients to navigate, express themselves safely while learning new ways to effectively communicate with others, increase self-esteem and build more fulfilling relationships.
Tiffany’s experience includes working with children and adults, of various ages, as well as their families in both individual and with their family settings. She uses Cognitive Behavioral techniques utilizing a creative approach in Expressive Art Therapy to allow one’s own personal expression guide them and their families through life’s challenges and barriers. Her experience includes but is not limited to those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, communication, self-awareness, life adjustments and children with Asperger/autism. Tiffany creates a safe, non-judgmental and open environment in which to explore the gifts of each individual client. She allows them the space to for clients to navigate, express themselves safely while learning new ways to effectively communicate with others, increase self-esteem and build more fulfilling relationships.
Tiffany’s experience includes working with children and adults, of various ages, as well as their families in both individual and with their family settings. She uses Cognitive Behavioral techniques utilizing a creative approach in Expressive Art Therapy to allow one’s own personal expression guide them and their families through life’s challenges and barriers. Her experience includes but is not limited to those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, communication, self-awareness, life adjustments and children with Asperger/autism. Tiffany creates a safe, non-judgmental and open environment in which to explore the gifts of each individual client. She allows them the space to for clients to navigate, express themselves safely while learning new ways to effectively communicate with others, increase self-esteem and build more fulfilling relationships.
Tiffany’s experience includes working with children and adults, of various ages, as well as their families in both individual and with their family settings. She uses Cognitive Behavioral techniques utilizing a creative approach in Expressive Art Therapy to allow one’s own personal expression guide them and their families through life’s challenges and barriers. Her experience includes but is not limited to those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, communication, self-awareness, life adjustments and children with Asperger/autism. Tiffany creates a safe, non-judgmental and open environment in which to explore the gifts of each individual client. She allows them the space to for clients to navigate, express themselves safely while learning new ways to effectively communicate with others, increase self-esteem and build more fulfilling relationships.
Tiffany’s experience includes working with children and adults, of various ages, as well as their families in both individual and with their family settings. She uses Cognitive Behavioral techniques utilizing a creative approach in Expressive Art Therapy to allow one’s own personal expression guide them and their families through life’s challenges and barriers. Her experience includes but is not limited to those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, communication, self-awareness, life adjustments and children with Asperger/autism. Tiffany creates a safe, non-judgmental and open environment in which to explore the gifts of each individual client. She allows them the space to for clients to navigate, express themselves safely while learning new ways to effectively communicate with others, increase self-esteem and build more fulfilling relationships.
John Swarengin, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Mr. Swearengin has experience serving the elderly, adults and young adults. He creates a safe, compassionate and a friendly environment to support people overcoming challenges in their life. He has several years of experience in the mental health, social services, substance abuse, physical disabilities, intellectual disabilities, mentoring, crisis intervention. Treatment areas include: * Trauma * PTSD * Anxiety and stress management * Anger management At the end of therapy clients will leave with emotions, understanding and perspectives that will lead to a healthy and useful behavior and interactions.
Dianna Isles, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Dianna has experience working with individuals of all ages experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, and interpersonal issues, values that every client is an individual with unique circumstances, and strives to meet them where they are. Her approach is person-centered and strengths-based, focusing on empowering the individual. Dianna believes that the most essential component to client growth and healing is a safe, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment.
Nicole Matheny
Clinical Intern
Nicole is pursuing her Master of Arts in Counseling degree from Ottawa University. Her passion is assisting women and teenagers with their mental health. Nicole understands from personal experience that it is easy to feel overwhelmed with life and its entirety. If you are struggling with life, you are not alone. I will meet you at whatever stage you are at, and we will walk this path together. I am here to help. On a personal note – my husband and I have two adult children and two teenagers. When not busy with school, I enjoy writing and illustrating children’s books, working out, traveling with my family, and playing with my dogs. “You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” – C.S. Lewis
Santiago Ayala, LAC.
Licensed Associate Counselor
Mr. Ayala has experience serving the elderly, adults, adolescents and children providing individual, couples, and family counseling. He creates a safe, compassionate and a friendly environment to support people overcoming challenges in their life. He works with people in all walks of life and with a variety of populations: children, adolescents, and adults.
Desirai Browning, LAMFT
Licensed Associate
Marriage and Family
Therapist
Desirai Browning is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with both a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Arizona State University. Presently, she works with couples, individuals and families with adult children. During her time as a therapist, Desirai has worked with diverse cultural groups and marginalized populations, and provides an inclusive atmosphere to the broad spectrum of adult concerns. She believes in providing holistic care for clients and focuses on all aspects of a person’s life in her therapeutic approach. As a therapist, Desirai understands the enduring stigma related to seeking treatment for mental health and is devoted to opening the doors for discussion and normalizing ‘asking for help’.
Brianna Orloswski, MAS, LAMFT
Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Brianna Orlowski has been practicing as a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist for 9 years. Brianna has acquired her Masters of Advanced Studies in Marriage and Family therapy from Arizona State University in 2015. Brianna enjoys working with couples, families and children to help them get a better understanding of each other’s concerns and to work on learning how to appropriately communicate with each other. Brianna has experience in using psychotherapy, Gottman, Solution Focused and Narrative therapy- Brianna is hoping to build her experience in other modalities in order to serve clients in the best way possible. Brianna has experience with play therapy and some sand play therapy when working with children. Brianna also has multiple years working in the mental health crisis field and has experience in assuring that clients are provided the highest level of care when struggling with depression, suicidal Ideations, and substance abuse. Brianna has always had a drive to help others in their life and this is what has led her to choose the mental health field and she wants to continue to help others.
Sara Schneider
Clinical Intern
"Hello my name is Sara Schneider and I am a clinical intern here at Beyond Counseling. I have 4 years of Mental Health experience and 6 years experience working with children ages 6-17. Being a teacher and a daycare director in the past, my passion for working with children has driven me to continue working toward my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I obtained my Bachelor's Degree in 2017 with a major in psychology. Currently, I have an emphasis in trauma work under my counseling degree and plan to continue my education in trauma interventions for therapy services."
Alexis Miles
Clinical Intern
Hello! My name is Alexis Miles, and I am a Clinical Intern here at Beyond Counselors under the supervision of Aaron Jacobson LPC and Rosa Ruales LPC, LAMT. I have a BS in Behavioral Health Science and currently working towards my Masters in Mental Health Counseling at Grand Canyon University. I have worked in the mental health field for five years now and I have experience in working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I am committed to providing a nonjudgmental space to clients and believe that each client should receive a treatment approach that is focused on their individual goals and needs. Throughout my education, I have been interested in cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy and solution-focused therapy. I look forward to meeting you!
