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Many people worry about whether they or their loved ones can defend themselves if someone tries to hurt them. At Cactus Jiu Jitsu in Scottsdale AZ, we teach Gracie Jiu Jitsu (also known as Brazilian Jiu Jitsu), a street-tested martial art and self-defense system that will help you and your family feel safer and more confident. Classes for men, women, children (5+), teens, and adults.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works in private practice providing mental health therapy to children ages 4-12. I specialize in treating trauma with Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and play therapy techniques. I also treat children with depression and anxiety or those who are struggling behaviorally.

Speech Therapy services are now being offered at Nest Psychological!

Lauren Sawyer, M.S. CCC-SLP is a Speech-Language Pathologist who carries a Certificate of Clinical Competence granted by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. She has a Master’s degree in Communication Disorders, with multiple years of experience in a wide range of settings and populations. Because of her experience in multiple school districts, she is highly skilled at understanding Special Education proceedings, including IEP meetings. She is skilled at evaluating and treating expressive and receptive language disorders, articulation delays, fluency disorders, and social language (pragmatic) skills from ages 3-18. 

Call Nest today to talk with Lauren about your concerns and schedule an evaluation today. There is currently no waitlist.

. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a wide array of clinical experience. I graduated summa cum laude receiving my Bachelor’s of Science in psychology from Arizona State University and continued my graduate education there earning a Master of Advanced Studies in Marriage and Family Therapy. I became independently licensed while working as an outpatient therapist at a community behavioral health agency in the East Valley.
Prior to completing my Master’s work, I worked as a social worker with a state agency serving low income children and families with intense behavioral health needs. This initial work inspires and informs my work today with a wide variety of presenting concerns. Upon entering the field of behavioral health, I received a crash course in a variety of entities that often are involved with children and families experiencing mental health challenges. I learned about the school system, parent’s rights, and how to collaborate with the school system to provide an optimal environment for the individual needs of a child. I learned about the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) and how to navigate this complicated state agency in order to get the best care and support for your loved one. I learned and interacted with the adult and juvenile legal system, working to bridge the gap between mental health and criminal justice. I frequently worked alongside Department of Child Safety (DCS) to support families and children who needed stability, skills, and healing from trauma, both past and ongoing. Finally, I worked with a variety of specialty behavioral health service providers throughout the valley, to ensure the proper level of care and supports were provided to my clients.
Currently, I draw from all of my experiences to work and treat clients using a systemic lens. I believe we are all part of a larger system that impacts the way we see, feel, and move through the world. In order for me to provide my clients with the best, most effective care, I make it my priority to really see every one of my clients and their journey that brought them into therapy.  I focus on understanding each individual’s unique experiences and guide them towards personal growth, emotional awareness, and healthy relationships.

I believe in an integrative approach to therapy, incorporating a combination of evidence- based treatment modalities. I consider affective, cognitive, developmental, behavioral, and environmental factors that contribute to client’s difficulties, and incorporate these to provide individualized treatment. I believe all people have the ability to grow and move beyond life’s obstacles. It is my role to help clients feel safe enough to identify what is holding them back and support them in overcoming their unique challenges to live a happier, more fulfilling life.

Making the decision to attend therapy is often difficult. It is an investment in time & money. I recognize how scary and uncomfortable it can be. Research shows the average couple doesn’t attend counseling until 6-7 years into relationship trouble. Finding a therapist, you connect with is essential for effective therapy. Contact me to discuss if I am a good fit or I am always happy to discuss other options for support or another type of referral.

Discover the magic of color at Crayola Experience, Crayola’s premier, one-of-a-kind family attraction! Dozens of hands-on, creative activities and a full day of fun awaits families in Chandler, Ariz, just a short drive away from Phoenix. Bigger, brighter and bolder than ever, the colorful adventures of Crayola Experience help kids and adults alike explore art and technology, express their creativity and experience color in a whole new way. Plan your visit today and get ready to make colorful family memories that will last a lifetime!

We believe in empowering women to have their best birth.

We support women holistically in their pregnancy and birth journey. We educate and empower them to trust their bodies and their babies. Birth is a natural process, not a pathology to be managed.  Our Midwives hold extensive training in out-of-hospital births including waterbirths, breech births and home births, working for years under the preceptorship of senior midwives at both home births and birth centers around the country. We offer home birth and birth center services for low-risk mothers in the greater Phoenix area. Call for a free initial consultation.

PJs has solved a perplexing issue. How can a trainer perform the exercise and at the same time observe the students while they are following the instruction to make sure they are performing the movements correctly. At Pilates Joe, you will be receiving personalized attention from our certified trainers.

Delta Pilates is Scottsdale’s premiere Pilates studio offering Private, Semi-Private, Group Equipment (also known as Apparatus), Mat Classes and Instructor Training.

Many people worry about whether they or their loved ones can defend themselves if someone tries to hurt them. At Cactus Jiu Jitsu in Scottsdale AZ, we teach Gracie Jiu Jitsu (also known as Brazilian Jiu Jitsu), a street-tested martial art and self-defense system that will help you and your family feel safer and more confident. Classes for men, women, children (5+), teens, and adults.

We believe in one simple thing;  delicious food at a reasonable price.  Providing a high-quality product that is made fresh daily and affordable for people of all ages is important to us.  We don’t think being a fast casual brand means you have to lower your standards for quality and fresh ingredients.

MAD Greens has delicious salads and kids menu items that are designed to please even the pickiest young eaters. The mix-and-match Awesome Box and Super Box feature a choice of fresh ingredients such as Grilled Citrus Chicken, pasta, edamame, carrot sticks, apples, ranch dip and a kids’ drink

Our preschool program nurtures each child’s natural curiosity, intelligence and interests, while developing their Jewish identity. We are accredited to care for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K and provide specialty and academic enrichment classes. With low ratios and personal attention, your child will thrive.

It’s all in the name! We do engraving of all kinds – glass, wood, metal, and more!  Personalized gifts are our specialty. Browse our products on  our website and select from dozens of pre-made designs and templates, or contact us for a completely custom design. Have your own family heirloom or memento you would like engraved? Just bring it in and we can get it done for you. We’re local to Scottsdale which means our Scottsdale residents get VIP treatment – you order a product, and we guarantee completion by next business day.

Few things in life are better than a tasty milkshake and a great Certified Angus burger. Zinburger perfects both every day. Our hand-cut zucchini, sweet potato, and truffle fries will encourage a selfish need to order all three.