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Dr. Angela Griffin

Therapist
19 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Dr. Griffin has a Ph.D. in performance psychology and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience treating Veterans dealing with trauma, depression, PTSD, and anxiety. She is also the CEO and founder of 4th Quarter Performance Consulting Firm, specializing in mental skills training and mental health counseling to athletes & non-athletes. Dr. Griffin has worked with Olympic athletes, professional, collegiate, high school, and youth/novice athletes with the goal of improving performance both on and off the field. As a former collegiate & professional athlete, she has specialized training in sports performance anxiety, cognitive & dialectical behavioral therapy, psychological skills, and EMDR and offers in-person or virtual individual & team sessions and workshops for parents, coaches, and sports organizations.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is to be collaborative, motivational, and meticulous in assessing issues that interfere with sport performance both on and off the field.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect to take away from sports therapy sessions:

Clients can expect a warm, welcoming, supportive, and safe environment to share their experiences, fears, and struggles and receive validation and support. Additionally, clients can expect a thorough assessment and a tailored program that aligns with the goals and objectives to improve performance.

Further, clients and their families can expect truth, honesty, and a person-centered approach.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    19 years of experience
  • Training
    PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) at Grand Canyon University, MSW (Master of Social Work) at Eastern Michigan University
  • License type
    LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) (Michigan), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Arizona)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Priority Health

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Stress management, Relationship issues
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    501 East Plaza Circle Ste 2
    Litchfield Park, AZ 85340