Michelle Arizona Kuo, LPC, NCC

(She/ Her)

Online Therapy

About Me

I am a nationally certified, Licensed Professional Counselor working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, offering a warm, collaborative, and holistic approach. I am trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and I integrate evidence-based therapies like EMDR, Play Therapy, DBT, and mindfulness techniques to help clients heal, grow, and thrive.

My goal is to create a safe, open, and supportive space where you can explore challenges and discover strengths. Together we will find strategies that fit your needs, whether that means processing trauma, building coping skills, improving relationships, or navigating life’s transitions or daily stressors.

Education & Experience

Master of Education in Counseling/ School Counseling, Northern Arizona University, 2022.
Behavioral Health Counselor, Vista Peak School, Phoenix, August 2022- May 2025.
Strive Counseling and Consulting, Phoenix, August 2025- present.

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

EMDRIA, American Counseling Association, Association for Play Therapy.

Specialty Area

  • ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Adoption
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
  • Brain Injury
  • Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
  • Chronic Pain
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Issues
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Marriage/Relationship Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Moral Injury
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Personality Disorders
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Somatic Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Stress Management
  • Survivor's Guilt
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Adults
  • BIPOC
  • Children (4-12)
  • Expats
  • First Responders
  • Immigrants
  • LGBTQ+
  • Seniors
  • Underserved

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • UnitedHealth

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