- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Attachment-Based Therapy
About Douglas
Dr. Douglas Treese is an Arizona Psychologist (AZ Psychologist PSY-001646) with 36 years of clinical experience. He works with adults on concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, addictions, eating issues, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes including life purpose questions.
He trained in counseling psychology and has worked in psychiatric hospitals, managed care agencies, and private practice. Those settings gave him experience with a broad range of clinical problems and life-stage adjustments. He sees adults individually and provides marriage and relationship counseling as part of his work.
In sessions he begins by mapping the problems or areas a person wants to improve. He and the client then identify the psychological and behavioral changes that could help. That includes clear steps about what to change and how change might be achieved.
He describes therapy as cooperative. Ideas are shared and solutions are discovered together rather than imposed. There is a focus on putting plans into practice and on ways to establish and maintain change over time.
His approach draws from several methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy. These are used to address interpersonal problems, addiction concerns, grief, self-esteem, and mid- to later-life adjustments. If someone wants to begin, the process starts by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session.
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and focuses on taking steps that align with personal values. ACT can be useful for anxiety, depression, and for people wrestling with questions about life purpose.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical skills to change them. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life adjustments.
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns with close others and can help with relationship problems, communication issues, and attachment concerns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss these methods with the client and decide together which techniques fit the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process means plans can be adjusted as progress is reviewed.
The profile does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. If you plan to work remotely, discuss scheduling and practical needs upfront so sessions can be arranged to fit your everyday routine.
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Experience
36+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, addictions, eating concerns, bipolar disorder, anger, and coping with life changes including life purpose questions.
How does he approach someone feeling stuck?
He starts by mapping what is causing the problem or what someone wants to enhance. Then he and the client identify specific psychological and behavioral changes to try and plan how to put them into practice.
What is his professional background?
He earned a PhD in Counseling Psychology and has 36 years of clinical experience in psychiatric hospitals, managed care agencies, and private practice.
What credential and location are listed for this therapist?
He is listed as AZ Psychologist PSY-001646 and works from Arizona.
Are sessions offered in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started if I want to meet with him?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.