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Dr. Douglas Treese, AZ Psychologist PSY-001646
Arizona
AZ Psychologist - Stress and Relationship Concerns
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Attachment-based work
About Douglas
Dr. Douglas Treese is an Arizona psychologist with a PhD in Counseling Psychology and 36 years of experience. He works with adults on issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, grief, relationship concerns, anger, addictions, eating problems, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
He has worked in psychiatric hospitals, managed care agencies, and private practice. He uses clear steps in sessions: first mapping what is causing the problem or what the client wants to change. Next he looks at psychological and behavioral changes that could help. Finally he helps people plan how to establish and maintain those changes.
His approach emphasizes collaboration. He presents ideas and options and expects the client to weigh them and decide what fits. Sessions combine talking through problems with practical changes in thinking and behavior.
Dr. Treese draws on several therapeutic methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment-based ideas, client-centered listening, and emotion-focused techniques. He focuses on concrete strategies people can try between sessions.
He offers services from Arizona and communicates in English. The practice accepts international clients. To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules a first session through the online booking flow. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Treese uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. CBT focuses on practical tools such as testing beliefs and changing routines, which can be practiced between sessions for stress, anxiety, and depression. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice difficult feelings without getting stuck and to clarify values that guide action. Attachment-based work looks at how early relationship patterns affect current emotional responses and communication.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist and client review concerns, goals, and preferences and then choose methods to try. That plan can be adjusted as work progresses so the client plays an active role in selecting what helps most.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many adults find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into work or family routines, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Practical benefits include keeping momentum between appointments and practicing new behaviors in real-life settings while getting regular feedback from the therapist.
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Experience
36+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with most often?
He works with adults on depression, anxiety, stress, grief, relationship concerns, anger, addictions, eating issues, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and life changes.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
He uses CBT techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, and to test new, more useful ways of thinking and behaving in day-to-day life.
What experience does he bring to the work?
He holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology and has 36 years of clinical experience in psychiatric hospitals, managed care agencies, and private practice.
What is his professional credential and location?
He is an Arizona Psychologist listed as AZ Psychologist PSY-001646 and practices from Arizona.
Which languages and international options are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and the practice accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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