Avi Vieira Psy.D, Psychologist

Avi Vieira Psy.D

(They/Them/Theirs)

Psychologist, Psychotherapist

Accepting clients
Updated 15 days ago
16 years in practice

Offering affirming, validating, and supportive outpatient therapy services for the LGBTQ+ community for ages 13+ and those that love them.

As a non-binary member of the LGBTQ community, I know the importance of having a provider who is genuine, empathic, warm, and understanding of the issues others in the community face. I am also aware of specific challenges in finding appropriate and competent trans care providers, and work hard at reducing gatekeeping for those seeking transition services. I am client-focused in my therapeutic approach, and strive to provide a genuine, warm, and empathic environment to assist my clients in exploring their issues, develop alternative coping styles, and work to resolve problems in their life. I am enthusiastic about my work and privileged to experience an individual's ability to rediscover their authentic self.

Remote / In-person
Speaks English
Emergency number not available
Hispanic/LatinxNon-binaryQueerSelf-identityAtheismLGBTQIA+ ally
ScheduleAreas of focusTreatmentsLocationRemotePaymentCredentialsOther

Practice hours (MDT)

Sun
closed
Mon
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Tue
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Wed
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Thu
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Fri
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Sat
closed

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Body Image
  • Depression
  • Eating Concerns
  • Gender Identity
  • Life Transitions
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Peer Difficulties
  • Perfectionism
  • Performance Anxiety
  • Personal Growth
  • Polyamorous relationship
  • Relationship(s) with Friends/Roommates
  • Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family
  • School Concerns
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sexual Concerns
  • Sexual Identity
  • Social Anxiety
  • Work/Life Balance

Age groups

  • Teens (13-17)
  • Young adults (18-30)
  • Adults (31-64)

Special groups

  • Neurodivergent people
  • People of color
  • People who are bisexual
  • People who identify as gay
  • People who identify as lesbian
  • People who identify as non-binary
  • People who identify as queer
  • People with HIV or AIDS
  • Transgender

Treatment specialties

Therapeutic modalities

  • Family Therapy
  • Individual Therapy

Treatments

  • Feminist Therapy
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Systematic Desensitization
  • Person-Centered Therapy
  • Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy
  • Interpersonal Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Brief Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

Location

  • Breakwater Psychological Services

    Office Building

    1220 South Alma School Roadsuite 103Mesa, AZ 85210

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    Accommodations

    Entering the practice

    • Well-lit path to entrance
    • Disabled parking spot (8ft / 2.4m)
    • Service animals allowed
    • Wide doorway
    • Step-free entry
    • Flat path to the front door
    • Door can be opened easily

    Getting around

    • Wide hallways (36” or 90cm)

    Settling in

    • Wide entry to clinician space

Remote options

  • Video

Payment options

$150 — $250per session

Insurance

In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies

  • Aetna – Arizona
  • Aetna – New Mexico
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield – Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield – New Mexico
  • Optum – Arizona
  • Optum – New Mexico
  • United HealthCare – Arizona
  • Out-of-pocket
  • Documentation provided for patient filling
  • Out-of-network insurance
  • In-network insurance

Payment methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Online

Credentials

Licenses

  • Psychologist

    Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners

    5793, Arizona

  • Psychologist

    New Mexico Board of Psychologist Examiners

    PSY-2024-0052, New Mexico

Certificates

  • Licensed Psychologist

    Licensed Psychologist

Education

  • Arizona School of Professional Psychology

    PsyD (Doctor of Psychology), 2017

    Specialty in Gender and Sexuality (LGBTQ+)

Publications

  • Statement from the Arizona Psychological Association” LGBTQ+ Rights and Advocacy Efforts

    2022, AzPA Monthly Newsletter April 2022

    Position statement by AzPA in response to Gov. Ducey signing legislation banning gender-affirming surgical care to minors in Arizona and access to sports

    See publication

  • The Clinical Utility of the MMPI-2-RF With Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Individuals: A Pilot Study

    2015, Dissertation Study - Arizona School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University

    Examined appropriateness of the MMPI-2-RF protocol with transgender and gender nonconforming individuals seeking gender affirming interventions (hormone r

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