- Licensed inArizona
- LicensePSY-001646
- NPI 1154483881
- Experience36+ years
- LanguagesEnglish
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About Douglas
Dr. Douglas Treese is a psychologist who centers work on attachment and connection. He uses straightforward conversation to help people understand what matters most in their relationships and daily life.
He has practiced for 36 years and brings that experience to each session. He earned a PhD in Counseling Psychology in 1988 and has worked in psychiatric hospitals, managed care agencies, and independent practice. That background means he has seen many ways people get stuck and many paths forward.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on mapping the problem, then deciding what psychological and behavioral changes are needed. His approach is collaborative. He encourages shared problem solving so people feel part of the effort.
Early sessions identify causes, priorities, and practical steps that fit the person’s life. Changes are paced to be realistic and sustainable. Treatment tools may draw on attachment ideas, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and client-centered work.
The therapist explains options and tailors them to specific concerns like anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and self-esteem struggles. People who contact him can expect clear discussion about goals and next steps. He helps clients practice new ways of thinking and behaving, then plans how to keep gains over time.
He is based in Arizona and works with adults needing support with life transitions and emotional challenges.
Credentials
- Psychologist (Arizona)
- License PSY-001646 · expires February 2026
- NPI
- 1154483881 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Douglas lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Eating disorders
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Douglas names
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
Attachment and ACT approaches for online care
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationships shape feelings and expectations. It helps people notice patterns that affect trust, closeness, and reacting to loss or abandonment. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches practical skills to accept difficult thoughts and commit to values-based actions, which can help with anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental conversation where the therapist follows the person’s lead to clarify goals and build self-understanding.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will discuss these methods with each person, match them to the client’s goals, and adjust methods over time. Sessions are collaborative and designed to fit the issues you bring and the pace you prefer.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to stay connected between sessions. Video calls let you work face-to-face, phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a busy day, live chat is useful for shorter check-ins, and text-based messaging supports ongoing reflection between appointments. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, travel, or other commitments.
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Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, addictions, relationship and communication problems, and self-esteem concerns among other issues.
What is his general style in therapy?
He practices in a collaborative, down-to-earth manner that maps problems, sets goals, and focuses on practical psychological and behavioral changes.
How much experience does this psychologist have?
He has 36 years of clinical experience, including work in psychiatric hospitals, managed care agencies, and independent practice.
What are his professional credentials and where is he located?
He is listed as AZ Psychologist PSY-001646 and is based in Arizona.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to people outside the US?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
Which session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
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