Hi!
My name is Dr. Lavarez Harris (Hint: My first name rhymes with my last name). I have been providing therapy and other behavioral health services for the past 26 years. I hold a Master's Degree in Counseling and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both States of Arizona and California. I also hold Certifications in Mediation and as a Solution Focus Life Coach.
Academics aside, my life experience has also contributed to my empathy and passion for helping others for as long as I can remember. I bring a rich and diverse background to my work as my family is multicultural. I see my clients as the experts in their journey to resolve life challenges. As a therapist, I work with clients to identify their unique needs and the obstacles that may be causing clients to experience anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, unsuccessful relationships or career goals, and a myriad of other difficult issues.
My primary clinical approaches are Cognitive Behavioral, Family Systems and Solution Focus. My clinical goal is always the safety and well-being of my clients first. In therapy, I assist clients to reach their goals by increasing self-awareness, confidence, exploring and managing how they think and behave are interconnected. I work to increase the client's ability to make more informed positive choices and/or changes for the client's maximum growth and benefit. I also work with clients to develop a strategic treatment plan with detailed activities that focus on accomplishing goals at the client's pace. When appropriate, I use films, articles, music, and humor to keep the client’s therapeutic journey to healing and growth, creative and interesting.
Additional areas of focus: Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Adoption and foster care, Blended family issues, Communication problems, Family problems, Infidelity, Self-love
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
CA LMFT 46510
AZ LMFT LMFT-15383
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Dr. Harris is fantastic !!!!!! I have grown and realized so much under her care . So thankful the light and guidance she has given me.
Written on Sep 28, 2024 after therapy with Lavarez for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
Thoughtful, compassionate, and caring!!
Written on Aug 14, 2024 after therapy with Lavarez for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and self esteem
Dr. Harris validates my feelings and concerns and makes me feel very comfortable during sessions. She is also very responsive to messages and it is easy to schedule sessions. I highly recommend her.
Written on Jun 30, 2024 after therapy with Lavarez for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr Harris is very caring & extremely helpful in guiding me in a positive direction. I feel every step towards my mental health has improved so much in these past months under her care.
Written on May 04, 2024 after therapy with Lavarez for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and anger management
Dr. Harris has been vital to my mental health and very helpful through some very hard times the past couple of years. She's absolutely the best!
Written on Jan 11, 2024 after therapy with Lavarez for 2 years and 6 months
Dr. Harris is great. She really makes me rethink how I feel and how to turn it around to empower myself. I have come a long way and I really owe it to her.
Written on Jan 03, 2024 after therapy with Lavarez for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem