Marriage counseling that Heals in Phoenix, AZ. Restore Your Relationship.

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Phoenix is a bustling city with over 3 million residents and it is the most heavily populated city in the state of Arizona.¹  Phoenix is currently the 5th largest city in the United States and is the largest state capitol in the entire United States by population.  One aspect of this popularity is the rich American Indian culture and heritage.  One of the native tribes, the Hokokam people is responsible for the many irrigated canals that exist in the city today.  The mountain men of early America that settled here are what primarily created the city structure that you see today.  It is believed that severe droughts in the late 1300’s drove this tribe out of the area in search of water.

The city of Phoenix was founded by a man by the name of Jack Swilling, a civil war veteran.  Many American citizens headed west in search of new land and the prospect of gold in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.  Many settlers were attracted to the already existing ruins, left by the Hokoman tribes and the ability to survive in the optimal climate.  The city has continued to prosper and thrive with many new citizens moving into the area. 

Marriage and Couples Mental Health in Phoenix

In 2012, Maricopa County had more divorces than all other Arizona counties combined.² With a high number of marriages ending in divorce, it is important for counseling services to be readily available. People interested in helping couples and families through difficult times can obtain a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Arizona State University. The program includes coursework in assessment, research, and theory, and also includes practicum and internship components to give counselor trainees on-the-job experience. ³

Families in need of mental health services can contact one of three Family Service Centers operated by the City of Phoenix. The centers are located throughout the city. Each center offers information that helps promote strong families and individual self-sufficiency. Services for elderly family members, as well as services for children, are also available. Those in need can call 602-262-6510 for more information.⁴

Family Services and Assistance Programs

There are a number of non-profit organizations in the Phoenix area whose aim is to provide assistance to families in need. The Family Services Agency (FSA) is the oldest such non-profit agency in Arizona. FSA offers assistance to couples that seek to adopt a child. Services for individuals who are struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, family violence, and mental health issues are available as well. Individuals who have been involved in the criminal justice system can take part in FSA's offender re-entry program, which helps facilitate a return to life in the community. The Family Services Agency can be reached at 602-264-9891. ⁵

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References

1. U.S. Census Bureau. (2017). State and County Quickfacts - Phoenix, AZ. Retrieved from http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/04/0455000.html
2. Arizona Department of Health Services. (2016). Dissolutions of Marriage By County of Occurrence. Retrieved from http://www.azdhs.gov/plan/menu/for/2012/pdf/5g6.pdf
3. Arizona State University. (2017). Marriage and Family Therapy Program of Study. Retrieved from https://thesanfordschool.asu.edu/marriage-and-family-therapy/program-study
4. City of Phoenix. (2017). Family Services Centers. Retrieved from http://phoenix.gov/humanservices/programs/emergency/family/index.html
5. Family Service Agency. (2017). Home - Family Service Agency. Retrieved from http://www.fsaphoenix.org/

Phoenix is located in Maricopa County, Arizona. It has a land area of 517.64 square miles and a water area of 1.25 square miles.  The population of Phoenix is 1.6 million people with 525,610 households and a median annual income of $47,326. .

Therapy Affordability Meter for Phoenix, AZ

Some budgeting needed

While counseling can certainly be an expense for individuals and families in Phoenix, with proper budgeting, it is entirely do-able and the risk/reward is worth it. For some families, it may be difficult to sustain a commitment to therapy without proper insurance coverage. If this is you, ask your therapist about low cost options as practitoners in and around Phoenix may have flexibility or sliding scales. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Phoenix public health department.