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Linda Cantley

(She/Her)
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Grief or loss, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello, my name is Ms. Linda M. Cantley, MAC; M.Ed; LIAC; LAC. I consider it a blessing to be on this journey — a journey that once took me through darkness, confusion, addiction, and deep emotional pain. I know what it feels like to be broken and directionless because I lived it. And that is why I show up today with purpose. I walk confidently in my truth, and my greatest desire is to help you walk in yours. I am here to bring calm to chaos, hope to discouragement, and strength to the places where you may feel defeated. You are not alone in this. Together, we can move from surviving to truly living.

My approach to therapy

My therapeutic style is grounded, practical, and tailored to your unique journey. I draw from evidence‐based modalities such as Reality Therapy, CBT, Conflict Resolution, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, Existential Therapy, and Solution‐Focused Therapy to support meaningful change. As a former Certified Chaplain Assistant, I also offer spiritual counseling for clients who desire faith‐integrated support. No matter where you are in life, I meet you there — providing tools, clarity, and compassion as you move toward healing and truth.

What you can expect from me

Your first session sets the foundation for our work together. I believe you are the vehicle of change, and my role is to serve as the GPS that helps guide your journey toward wholeness. This initial meeting is designed to help you feel grounded, informed, and supported from the very beginning. We will complete your intake assessment, review and sign all consent forms, and begin establishing a discharge plan—not because you’re leaving, but because we start with the end in mind. Knowing what “success” looks like helps us chart a clear path toward it.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Open Minded, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling at Ottowa University, Other - Masters at Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona.
  • License type
    LIAC - Licensed Independent Addiction Counselor (Arizona)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Grief or loss, PTSD
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Relational, Positive Psychology, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Codependency Behavioral, Attachment Based, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Exposure Response Prevention, Experiential, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Schema, Trauma Focused CBT, Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Brief Dynamic, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English