Our Team
Hi! I’m Dr. Alice Pickering
I’m a licensed clinical psychologist and certified clinical trauma specialist who believes that prioritizing your mental health should be a non-negotiable. I approach therapy from a trauma informed and client centered perspective. It may be helpful to know a bit about me should you decide you’d like for us to work together, so let me share!
I’ve worked with a wide array of mental health concerns from my varied clinical experiences in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I’ve also taught undergraduate college courses at a local university. Whenever I work with a client or lead a workshop, I like to combine my teaching, clinical, training, and personal experiences to help you improve your mental health and emotional well being.
I own a private practice (learn more here) where I treat issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationships. I have a passion for serving women and mothers through various life stages and I specialize in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Through my personal experience of motherhood, I became aware of the challenges that accompany such a journey long before it even starts. I also became aware of the limited focus on maternal mental health before, during, and after pregnancy. I’m a mother to 2 little girls who are 17 months apart (yikes!) and more recently a baby boy! I’m a recovering “angry mom” because two under 2 can definitely push you over the edge, and while I am past that stage now, I remember it vividly.
I also have a passion for serving first responders and their families, especially in a time where they may be growing their family. I know first responder culture all too well and the unique challenges that present themselves when you’re a first responder family - my husband has served as a firefighter paramedic for 9 years (and counting). My ultimate hope is to foster a community of happy and healthy individuals and families who can make a difference in their homes and ultimately, the world. I look forward to the opportunity to work together; I don’t take what I do for granted and acknowledge the privilege of walking alongside you during life’s most vulnerable moments.
*Dr. Pickering is an in network provider with UHC and Aetna.
Educational Background and Training
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology with a minor in Religious Studies from the University of Arizona
Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Midwestern University
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) from Midwestern University
Dr. Pickering completed an APA accredited internship program at Arizona State Hospital.
Dr. Pickering completed her postdoctoral residency at Arizona State Hospital.
Licensed in the State of Arizona and PSYPACT licensed.
Dr. Pickering has extensive training and education in perinatal mental health, trauma, and interpersonal psychotherapy.
Dr. Pickering is a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist for Individuals (CCTS-I).
LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER
Diane Wagner, LCSW
Hi! I’m glad you are here! I get it! I am a wife, mother of 4, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Arizona and Florida. I approach therapy as a totally “normal” human being. I bring in various approaches that are conversational and get to the root so healing can happen.
I have extensive experience with a wide variety of mental health concerns among individuals and families in the inpatient, outpatient, and the private practice setting. I bring a warm and empathic understanding to our time together and place great value on the input of the client throughout their healing and growth process.
I am not afraid of changing the course of treatment or shifting gears - wellness is an ever-changing journey that looks different for each person. I see you as the specialist in your life, using a collaborative process and holistic tools to support you toward the peace and healing you seek. Your mental and emotional well-being is the foundation that serves you in life. Although life may seem uneasy right now, addressing your needs should not be seen as a selfish act, but rather a path to self-preservation. Reaching out for support is not always easy and getting the help you desire is my highest priority.
Having fun is an essential part of living! I love exploring the outdoors, a long beach day, reading, meditation, homeschooling and free play with her kids, and spending quality time with my husband.
*Diane is licensed to offer therapy in AZ, FL, and SC. She is an in network provider with Aetna, BCBS, and Cigna!
Educational Training and Background
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and Sociology from California State University, Sacramento in Sacramento, California
Masters in Social Worker from California State University, East Bay in Hayward, California
Diane completed Masters Level Internships in an elementary school, high school, and at Kaiser Permanente Hospital in California
Diane has worked at Arizona State Psychiatric Hospital, Community Mental Health Clinics, and Psychotherapy Practices
Diane has training and experiences in perinatal mental health, individual therapy, couples work, trauma-based therapy, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (eye movement therapy)
Licensed to practice in Arizona, Florida, and South Carolina
Resources
Therapy
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E-Learning
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