Kristina Marchese , LPC

Kristina Marchese, LPC, brings compassionate focus to people coping with anxiety, depression, abuse, PTSD, assault, and other trauma-related reactions. She frames traumatic events as disruptions that can spread outward like ripples across a pond - a moment that may initially seem small, yet gradually unsettles one’s sense of control, balance, self-worth, and confidence. Those ripples can make intrusive thoughts louder and give rise to anger, pain, sadness, despair, guilt, and other intense emotions that interfere with relationships, schooling, work, or finances.

She acknowledges how unpredictable emotions, flashbacks, and even physical symptoms can overwhelm daily life, and she believes it is possible to regain steadiness amid that chaos. Kristina honors the courage it takes to confront painful experiences and supports clients as they locate the specific events or patterns that have shaped their current responses. She emphasizes that people already possess resources - strength, information, and the capacity for wise choices - that can be mobilized in therapy.

As a trauma-focused clinician, Kristina prioritizes taking the time to understand each person’s story and to build a therapeutic space in which clients can access their intuition and inner voice. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, reflecting her professional qualification to provide mental health care in Arizona. Her approach centers on helping people reclaim parts of life affected by trauma and reconnect with their own resilience.