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MEET OUR TEAM

Meet Empower Psychotherapy’s licensed online therapists, serving clients through secure telehealth across 15 states. Our clinicians provide compassionate, evidence-based care for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, life transitions, and more.

Explore each therapist’s specialties, credentials, licensed states, and approach to find the right fit for your goals.

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LPC

Jenna Garzoni

Jenna Garzoni is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado who works with children, teens, adults, and families experiencing anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, substance use, grief and loss, relationship concerns, and major life changes. She creates a supportive, client-centered space where clients can speak openly without fear of judgment. Jenna tailors sessions to each person’s experiences, needs, and goals, helping clients gain insight, develop practical tools, and move toward meaningful change at a comfortable pace. Her individualized approach may incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), and Motivational Interviewing.
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LPC, LBS

Samantha-Jo Deitrick

Samantha is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS) with Empower Psychotherapy, bringing over 14 years of experience supporting individuals through all stages of life. Holding a CACREP-accredited Master’s degree alongside a second Master’s degree, she specializes in CBT, ERP, iCBT, ACT, Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. Samantha works extensively with neurodiverse populations, the LGBTQIA+ community, family systems, and individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and behavioral challenges. A veteran of the National Guard with experience supporting military families and spouses, she is dedicated to providing an affirming, collaborative space where clients feel safe, respected, and empowered to move through their journeys in their own way.
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LPC

Isaiah Tatum

Isaiah Tatum is a person-centered therapist dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and groups navigate their mental health journeys. He integrates evidence-based modalities, including CBT, Gestalt therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, to support clients through their battles with anxiety, depression, and trauma. Isaiah is committed to providing a compassionate and empowering space, helping each client achieve their personal therapeutic goals through professional and inclusive care.
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LPC

Antoinette Bynum

Antoinette is a compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to providing holistic, trauma-informed care. She believes in meeting clients exactly where they are, offering a non-judgmental and supportive space to explore personal challenges. With a focus on empathy and clinical excellence, Antoinette works to help her clients understand their unique life experiences and build the tools necessary for long-term well-being.
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LPC

Darren Eddy

Darren Eddy has been dedicated to mental health since 2011, specializing in treating anxiety, depression, and ADHD through high-quality online therapy. Holding a Master’s degree from Oral Roberts University, he is committed to providing a supportive space characterized by unconditional positive regard. Darren is dedicated to helping clients in Oklahoma reach their therapeutic goals from the comfort of their own home.
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LPC

Alaina Glover

Alaina Glover is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with Empower Psychotherapy, specializing in compassionate, client-focused care. Trained in EMDR, DBT, and mindfulness, she supports individuals navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression. Alaina provides expert therapy in Louisiana and through telehealth, helping clients access professional mental health services online with a person-centered and supportive approach.
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LPC

Mirabela Montell

Mirabela Montell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with Empower Psychotherapy, specializing in treating the 'whole person' by addressing substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns concurrently. Holding a Master’s in Community and Trauma Counseling from Thomas Jefferson University, she brings extensive experience across the full continuum of care to her practice. Based in Philadelphia, Mirabela is dedicated to providing high-quality, trauma-informed telehealth therapy tailored to each client’s unique journey toward recovery and balance.
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LCSW

Jay Piercefield

Jay Piercefield is Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Empower Psychotherapy. He has more than 15 years of experience in behavioral health. He works with adolescents and adults to help them navigate life’s challenges with practical support and compassion. Throughout his career, He worked in inpatient settings, residential treatment centers, and private practice, supporting individuals through anxiety, stress, life transitions, and emotional challenges. He is passionate about helping clients feel more confident, capable, and understood.
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LCSW

Loreal Walker

Loreal Walker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 18 years of behavioral health experience across schools, hospitals, home-based services, virtual care, and office settings. She provides compassionate, practical support and creates a welcoming environment where clients feel comfortable, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes.
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LCSW

Ani Saraydarian-Roe

Ani Saraydarian-Roe is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with Empower Psychotherapy, bringing over seven years of experience in supporting individuals through difficult life transitions. Holding a Master’s in Social Work from Arizona State University, she specializes in CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients navigate anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. Ani is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible telehealth counseling across Arizona and beyond.
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LPC

Rachel Hayes

Rachel is a compassionate and highly skilled Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to evidence-based, trauma-informed care. She specializes in supporting individuals through complex recovery, with extensive experience in treating eating disorders, addictions, and PTSD.
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PsyD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Bryan Gastelle

Dr. Bryan Gastelle is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the founder of Empower Psychotherapy. Licensed in Arizona, Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas, he brings a direct and collaborative approach to mental health care. Dr. Gastelle specializes in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and ACT to support individuals and couples navigating trauma, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. He is dedicated to providing high-quality, remote therapy to empower each client’s unique healing journey.
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LPC

Layla Kleinman

Layla Kleinman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Arizona, specializing in adult therapy and telehealth services. As a registered clinical supervisor with the Arizona Counseling Association (AZCA), she provides expert supervision for intern master-level students and LAC staff. Layla is dedicated to advancing the mental health field through a forward-thinking approach that prioritizes teamwork, continuous education, and high-quality client care.
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LPC

Cindy Stephenson

Cindy Stephenson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Master’s in Counseling & Guidance from Louisiana Tech University and over five years of clinical experience. She specializes in trauma-focused care using EMDR, CBT, and DBT to support adults navigating PTSD, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem challenges. Cindy is dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients in Louisiana can reclaim their lives and move toward lasting healing.
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LCSW

Sophia Burrell

Sophia is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 17 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, and complex relationship challenges. A graduate of Widener University, Sophia brings extensive expertise in crisis intervention and integrated healthcare to her practice.
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LCSW

Joshua Johnson

Joshua Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) at Empower Psychotherapy. He is focused on helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges with compassion, understand, and evidence-based care. With over 17 years of experience in behavioral health, He had the privilege of supporting clients through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, and major life transitions. His goal is to create a safe, affirming space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to move toward healing and lasting personal growth.
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LPC

Hannah Benedetti

Hannah is a fully licensed Arkansas therapist with five years of experience in community, acute, and residential mental health settings. She provides compassionate telehealth therapy for adults and young adults navigating anxiety, trauma, identity concerns, relationships, and life transitions. Her person-centered, trauma-informed approach integrates CBT, DBT, IFS, mindfulness, and other evidence-based techniques.
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LPC

Virginia Pierce

Virginia Pierce is an independently licensed psychotherapist with Empower Psychotherapy, currently pursuing her Doctorate in Humanistic Psychology. With a Master’s degree in Counseling and extensive clinical experience, she specializes in supporting individuals and couples navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. Virginia draws from a diverse range of modalities—including CBT, solution-focused therapy, faith-based counseling, and expressive arts therapy—to create individualized, client-centered care tailored to each person’s unique journey.
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LPC

Phyllis Siebern

Phyllis is a seasoned Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of dedicated experience in the mental health field. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Arizona and her Master’s degree in Community Counseling. Her extensive background allows her to provide expert support for individuals navigating life’s most difficult challenges.
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PMHNP

Nina Ling is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Arizona State University. She provides telehealth services to adolescents and adults, specializing in mood disorders and behavioral concerns, using a minimalist and compassionate approach grounded in Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Nina believes in guiding clients to access their own inner resources, offering attentive care and thoughtful medication management tailored to each individual’s needs.
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LCSW

Cristy Gomez

Cristy Gomez is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion and evidence-based care. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and postpartum depression. As a therapist of Mexican descent, Cristy deeply values the richness of cultural identity and is committed to providing inclusive, affirming care that honors each client's unique background.
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LPC

Anndrea Terry

Anndrea Terry is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Arizona and Michigan with over a decade of experience in crisis work, holistic healing, and empowerment. She blends evidence-based approaches like CBT and Motivational Interviewing with wellness-based modalities, including mindfulness, yoga, and breathwork. Anndrea supports individuals through a client-centered, trauma-informed lens, offering compassionate care tailored to each person’s unique path to growth and transformation.
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LPC

Frederica Boso

Frederica Boso is a licensed therapist with Empower Psychotherapy who completed a Master's in a Dual Specialization in Marital, Couples, Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling at Barry University. As a telehealth therapist licensed in Arizona, Texas, Michigan, Masachussettes, Oklahoma, and Florida, she is deeply passionate about helping ambitious, insightful, professional women navigate work-life balance, career stressors, relationship stressors, and major life transitions. Whether you are looking for an online therapist to manage stress or a telehealth psychologist perspective on high-functioning depression and anxiety, she offers high-quality mental health services online. Her mission is to empower you to seek meaning, explore your next steps, and achieve the fulfillment you deserve.

MEDICATION MANAGEMENT

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PMHNP

Nina Ling is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Arizona State University. She provides telehealth services to adolescents and adults, specializing in mood disorders and behavioral concerns, using a minimalist and compassionate approach grounded in Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Nina believes in guiding clients to access their own inner resources, offering attentive care and thoughtful medication management tailored to each individual’s needs.
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Compassionate, evidence-based telehealth therapy designed to help you heal, grow, and thrive wherever you are.

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Email: Admin@empowerpsychotherapyllc.com
Fax: (480) 436-6720
Address: 16601 N. 40th Street, #216, Phoenix, AZ 85032

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