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About Dr. Heathcote:
My journey as a clinical psychologist began shortly after immigrating to the United States when I was 19 years old; I completed my undergraduate studies at Arizona State University, Barret Honors College, and found my passion in understanding human behavior and helping people with severe mental health conditions to find resources for a better life. After working with homeless individuals for a while, I understood my calling to be more effective if I had an advanced degree. I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology at the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology, while raising my 3 young children. Although it was extra challenging, my children gave me extra motivation and understanding about child development and parenting. All 3 of my children have various types of ADHD, likely inherited from myself, a life-long pioneer of addressing my own strengths and weakness that come with ADHD.
I completed my postdoctorate within the public school system, helping marginalized families to maximize their children’s learning potential. I provided resources, psychological assessment and treatment not only for learning/language and social emotional concerns, but also parenting support.
I have been in private practice for the past 25 years and have helped, individuals, couples, and families with a wide spectrum of mental health needs, including ADHD, parenting and marital conflict. I have established my services as clinical psychologist in my local community and across the United States. I am licensed to practice telehealth psychology across over 40 states in the United States via PsyPact.
I take great pride in expanding my clinical knowledge via extensive continued education via with the American Psychological Association (APA) and the International Association of Applied Psychology (IAAP) and collaborating with international mental health experts across the globe.
I am humbled every day to have the privilege to guide people through struggles with mental health concerns.
Most recently I have shifted my interest in assisting to provide resources for ADHD to adults. Studies have shown that many adults are struggling with their daily lives, unable to keep up with demands of work, family and self care; some develop symptoms of depression or anxiety , relationship conflicts and overall feeling defeated and insecure about themselves.
Please call me for a free 20 minute consultation if you have questions about how I might help you with concerns about your performance at work/school/family , with the goal of making your life better, today.
602-245-9177
Dr. Astrid Heathcote, Licensed Psychologist
CAll for a free 20 minute consultation: 602-245-9177
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Dr. Heathcote is an expert in her field and has been consulting with mental health experts across the globe to gain an understanding of the present mental health crisis that consumes individuals world wide. Americans are also affected and it is important to note the increasing awareness of complex issues, coupled with unpredictable evolving stressors has made it clear that we must address the importance of collaboration via individual, societal and structural efforts.
While it can be daunting to find a psychologist, it might be helpful to look at the different professions that may offer therapy. In addition to psychology, psychiatry, social work and counseling, offer services. The difference is in training; a clinical psychologist must complete a bachelor’s degree in psychology, followed by a 5 year program completion at an accredited university/institution; a post doc is completed following graduation and also the completion of a rigorous test, in order to be licensed via the Arizona Board of Psychology. Important questions to consider when you are searching: Is the therapist licensed? Each state is responsible to ensure that therapists are competent and have been trained to receive a license. If you have insurance contact them to find out what is covered. Your state psychological association can be a helpful source to find a licensed psychologist. Once you have a referral list, call the psychologists and find out if evidence-based treatment is provided for your specific concerns. Evidence-based treatment have been tested scientifically and shown to be effective (CBT for depression and anxiety, for example). Choosing a psychologist is very personal and it is important that you feel a sense of trust and that the therapist can help you.
Dr. Heathcote brings unparalleled expertise in psychology with decades of experience addressing complex mental health challenges. Her approach uniquely integrates evidence-based prevention and intervention strategies tailored to both individuals and families. You are not alone and Dr. Heathcote can help you find solutions to your unique needs, providing state-of-the art strategies, delivered with compassion and understanding.