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Kianna Mattie, LCSW

Kianna Mattie, LCSW

BIPOC Identifying

Clinical Therapist

Gender Identity: female

Short Biography

Healing the High-Achiever: The high-achiever pushes forward and always seems to have it together. Yet, beneath the drive and demanding schedule lies exhaustion, burnout, anxiety, or a fundamental disconnect from the true self. Kianna, an Arizona-based therapist who specializes in deeper trauma work for complex, resulting issues that fuel overachievement: Perfectionism, anxiety, high-functioning Depression, and the emotional burden of Adult ADHD. She utilizes a gentle, client-centered approach focused on tangible goals like setting sustainable boundaries and silencing the inner critic.

Therapy Philosophy

Kianna uses EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, and Mindfulness to dig deep, healing learned negative self-narratives and the lasting impact of past experiences. She provides a specialized lens for identity and racial trauma for AAPI & POC professionals navigating success, the model minority myth, and systemic stress, committed to addressing intergenerational trauma. The ultimate goal is to help you move beyond external validation and truly see yourself by identifying your authentic feelings, needs, and wants, not by your accomplishments. We will navigate your path together with unwavering support, warmth, and non-judgment.

Special Training & Certifications

- EMDR - Brainspotting - ERP - CBT

Clinical Focus / Specialties

Generalized anxiety Trauma Neurodivergent Challenges Anxiety Social anxiety Panic attacks Health anxiety Obsessive thoughts Compulsive behaviors (OCD) Depression Persistent sadness or low motivation Mood swings Seasonal depression Post-traumatic stress (PTSD) Complex trauma (C-PTSD) Childhood abuse or neglect Sexual trauma Domestic or intimate partner violence Medical trauma Relationship conflict Communication difficulties Family conflict Parenting stress Low self-esteem Self-criticism Perfectionism People-pleasing Assertiveness difficulties Identity exploration Stress & Life Adjustment Chronic stress Burnout Work-related stress Academic stress Major life transitions Grief & Loss Suicidal thoughts (non-emergency support) Difficulty regulating emotions Chronic illness adjustment ADHD Autism-related challenges Feeling stuck Emotional numbness Loss of meaning or direction Personal growth “Not feeling like myself”

Therapist Methodology

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Exposure-Based Therapy Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Solution-Focused Therapy Attachment-Based Therapy Person-Centered Therapy Trauma-Informed Therapy EMDR Brainspotting Mindfulness-Based Therapy Strengths-Based Therapy Holistic Therapy Motivational Interviewing

Core Values

Social Justice & Equity Values
Anti-racist Liberation-oriented Feminist-informed Body liberation / fat-positive Racial equity-focused Culturally responsive Class-conscious / economic justice Immigrant and refugee-affirming Activist-affirming / advocacy-supportive Anti-oppressive practice Community care-oriented Intersectional awareness Healing justice framework Accessibility-centered
Identity, Community & Belonging Values
LGBTQIA+ affirming Gender-expansive aware BIPOC-affirming Neurodiversity-affirming Faith-affirming / spiritually inclusive Interfaith respectful Multicultural sensitivity Community resilience-focused Cultural identity exploration Affirming mixed-race / multiracial experiences Affirming intersectional identities
Relational & Healing Philosophy Values
Trauma-informed Strengths-based Client-centered Collaborative Compassion-focused Empowerment-based Nonjudgmental Authentic and transparent Boundaried compassion Humor and humanity Radical acceptance Centering safety and trust Relational and attachment-oriented Emotions as information Empowerment through connection Dignity and respect Transparency and repair Acceptance and commitment Co-created healing relationship
Mind & Body Spirit & Holistic Healing Values
Somatic / body-based awareness Mindfulness-oriented Holistic / integrative healing Nature-connected / eco-therapy aligned Creative expression in therapy Movement or art-informed Rest as resistance Pleasure and joy as healing Grief as transformation Spiritual but not religious Connection between personal and systemic healing Soul-centered / transpersonal lens Embodied empowerment Grounded presence Self-compassion and stillness
Practice Ethics & Professional Integrity Values
Equity over perfection Accountability and integrity Client autonomy Cultural humility over competence Informed consent emphasis Ethical activism Transparency in process Professional collaboration Centering client dignity Ongoing education commitment Non-hierarchical relationship Restorative justice-informed Accessibility as ethical practice Therapist as co-learner

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Practice Information

  • Experience: 8 years
  • Availability: Online Sessions Only
  • Languages: English
  • Session Cost: $175 – $250
  • Accepts Insurance: Yes
    United Health Care and Aetna commercial plans
  • Populations Served: 18+,Parents,Young Adults,BIPOC clients,LGBTQIA+ clients,Immigrant and First Generation

Credentials

  • License:
    License verification pending or self-certified

Office & Contact Info