Meet the Team

I’m Michele Wiest-Alvarez, LCSW, a trauma-informed therapist specializing in developmental trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I use a holistic approach incorporating Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM), and mindfulness to help adults heal from painful experiences, understand long-standing patterns, and create meaningful emotional change.

Rouchan is the warm and welcoming Practice Operations Manager at Gathered Connections Counseling. With more than 10 years of experience in behavioral health, she loves helping clients, families, and team members feel supported, cared for, and at ease. Her compassion, reliability, and genuine heart for helping others play an important role in creating the connected and supportive experience our practice is known for.

Julie Kent-Partridge, LMSW, helps children, teens, adults, and couples overcome anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges through a strength-based, person-centered approach using CBT, ACT, and trauma-informed care.

Discover a compassionate approach to therapy with Stephanie Lamb at Gathered Connections Counseling in Surprise, Arizona. Specializing in support for adolescents, adults, and older adults, Stephanie helps clients navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Her warm, collaborative style fosters a safe space for meaningful change using evidence-based techniques such as CBT and DBT. Whether facing overwhelming emotions or relationship concerns, Stephanie is dedicated to guiding you through the healing process. Explore how her supportive counseling can empower you to strengthen your emotional well-being and embrace personal growth.

Jennifer Ramos, LCSW, is a bilingual therapist with over 17 years of clinical experience, offering trauma-informed, culturally responsive care to children, families, and caregivers.

I’m Julie Reeves, LAC, a trauma-informed therapist and developmental brain mapping specialist with more than 12 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Using the Neuro-Sequential Model of Therapeutics© (NMT™), I help clients and caregivers better understand how trauma and early experiences can affect brain development, behavior, emotional regulation, and relationships.

Courtney Larson, LMSW, is a compassionate therapist specializing in trauma-informed care for children, adolescents, families, and adults. With training in EMDR and CBT, she blends evidence-based techniques with a warm, holistic approach to support clients through anxiety, trauma, behavioral challenges, and life transitions.

Matt Sandoval, LMSW, offers therapy for individuals, teens, and couples, blending talk therapy with creative expression to support healing, emotional growth, and better communication in relationships.

**Meet Sharon**

I’m Sharon Martland, LAC, and I offer counseling for teens ages 16+, adults, seniors, and couples at Gathered Connections Counseling in Arizona. Through trauma-informed, gender-affirming care, I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, identity, and relationship challenges while building coping skills, confidence, and authentic connections.

Karen Tabloff, LCSW, offers compassionate therapy for children, adults, couples, and families in Goodyear, Arizona. With decades of experience supporting anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions, Karen brings warmth, practical guidance, and gentle humor to help you feel understood and supported.