Lisa Barras, MA LPC LIAC CCTP
Lisa Barras is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Independent Addiction Counselor (LIAC), and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). She is also an EMDR-certified counselor and Approved Consultant through EMDRIA.
Throughout her career, Lisa has helped individuals navigate trauma, emotional distress, eating disorders, substance use, and other life challenges. Her clinical experience has highlighted how past distressing experiences can contribute to present-day struggles, often in ways people may not fully recognize. She also has experience supporting individuals navigating the complex emotions surrounding fertility challenges and termination for medical reasons (TFMR).
Lisa takes a warm, gentle, and nurturing approach to therapy while balancing compassion with honesty and thoughtful guidance. Her style is highly structured and goal-oriented, helping clients understand their struggles, recognize patterns, and make meaningful progress. She draws from a range of therapeutic approaches, including EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Brainspotting, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), tailoring treatment to each client’s individual needs.
Lisa is passionate about helping people process difficult experiences, develop a deeper understanding of themselves, and move forward with greater confidence, self-compassion, and emotional well-being.
In network with:
- Evernorth Behavioral Health (Cigna)
- UnitedHealthcare (Optum)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- UMR
- MHN (HealthNet)
- Aetna
- GEHA
- Private Pay
Lisa offers in-person and virtual services.
Phone: 602.753.7057 – Email: info@aztraumacounseling.com
Amanda Monaghan, MA LCSW
Amanda is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with extensive experience in the mental health field and a warm, nurturing, and compassionate approach to therapy. She strives to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to work toward meaningful change.
Amanda has extensive experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, low self-esteem, trauma, eating disorders, and ADHD. She takes an individualized, client-centered approach, drawing from evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Motivational Interviewing.
Amanda is passionate about helping clients develop self-compassion, build on their strengths, and navigate life’s challenges. Her goal is to support each individual in their journey toward healing, personal growth, and a healthier relationship with themselves.
In network with:
- United Healthcare (Optum)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Aetna
- Evernorth Behavioral Health (Cigna)
- Private Pay
Amanda offers in-person and virtual services.
Phone: 480.331.1005 – Email: amanda@aztraumacounseling.com
Allie McKay, MAS-IFP LAC-T
Allie is a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC – Temporary) with 11 years of experience in social work. She has spent much of her career supporting children and families, helping strengthen parent-child relationships and navigate the lasting effects of difficult experiences. She holds a master’s degree in Infant and Family Practice (MA-IFP), with a focus on how early experiences shape emotional well-being and relationships throughout life.
Allie works primarily with adults and older adolescents, supporting clients as they navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional struggles, and the impact of past experiences. She has a particular interest in supporting women while welcoming individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life. Her experience working with diverse communities has shaped her thoughtful, compassionate, and trauma-informed approach to counseling.
Allie brings a gentle, nurturing presence to sessions, creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can feel understood and explore their experiences at their own pace. She helps clients make sense of their emotions and relationship patterns while encouraging greater self-acceptance, confidence, and personal growth. Drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Gestalt approaches, Allie supports clients in navigating difficult emotions, deepening self-understanding, and building healthier relationships with themselves and others.
In network with:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Aetna
- Evernorth Behavioral Health (Cigna)
- Private Pay
Allie offers in-person and virtual services.
Phone: (480) 359-7483 – Email: allie@aztraumacounseling.com