Hi, I’m Danielle Hayes, LAC-T

Licensed Therapist

My mission is to help others experience personal growth and transformation by engaging in healing work that addresses unhelpful patterns and emotional wounds.

The atmosphere I strive to create is one of safety, empathy, and collaboration. I view my role as a compassionate witness and guide, helping clients bear witness to their own stories and uncover solutions. 

I am passionate about child-centered play therapy. In my work with kids and teens I view my role is to be a compassionate guide, helping clients understand their own stories and find their own solutions. I believe in the power of play to help children process their feelings and experiences, and I enjoy collaborating with teenagers to help them navigate their unique challenges and discover their strengths.

With over ten years of experience working with teenagers, I genuinely love being with this age group and am eager to be a safe space for them. 

In-person in Mesa; virtually anywhere in Arizona

Call or text Danielle: 602-888-3155 Email: danielle.valorcounselingaz@gmail.com

Fun facts about me:

  • I love coffee, flowers, reading a good book, and treats! 

  • I love adventure! I enjoy traveling, hiking, camping, and spending time outdoors. 

  • I have lived in Michigan, Indiana, and Colorado before moving to Arizona! 

A Session with me:

For kids, I am utilizing child-centered play therapy, allowing the child to work out what they need to through play with a therapeutic guide. 

For teens and adults, working with me involves a client-centered, psychodynamic, and attachment-based approach that emphasizes relational and emotional dynamics. My goal is to create a secure space for you to observe your own story to give language to your internal reality. 

Qualifications:

I am a graduate of The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts & Science in Adolescent Ministry from Indiana Wesleyan University, where I graduated Cum Laude. My professional experience includes over 11 years working with 7th-12th graders. 

Let’s chat! Book your FREE 15-minute consult to get started.