Therapists
Ulises Gonzalez, MAPC, LPC, LMFT
Accepts: *AHCCCS Plan, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Champ VA, Cigna, Holmen Group, Mutual of Omaha, Most EAP Programs, Tricare, TriWest and United Health Care.
Specialties
- Anger Management
- Anxiety & Depression
- Career & Leadership Issues
- Developmental Concerns
- Faith, Ministry and Spiritual Concerns
- Holistic Healing and Lifestyle Wellness
- Marriage and Family Counseling (Not accepting at this time)
- Men’s Issues and concern
- PTSD & Trauma Therapy (Veterans and First Responders)
- Young Adult through Senior concerns
- Substance Abuse
About Ulises
“Home” since 1993 following his assignment to Luke AFB, Ulises was inspired into the helping profession through volunteerism with a central Phoenix inner city ministry. In 2007, Ulises completed his Master’s in Professional Counseling through Ottawa University, achieving LPC and LMFT independent licensure in 2011 and 2015. Passionate about his community Ulises founded Light of Life Counseling Services in 2014 to assist the under serviced residents of the far west valley. Ulises incorporates Attachment theory and Solution Focused therapy to encourage desired change by helping client’s beak unhealthy cycles of past relationships while embracing the process of growth. Ulises is trained in CBT, TF-CBT and CPT and incorporates solution focused approaches to reinforce change outside of therapy. Serving as a Military Officer, inner city minister, addictions therapist, crisis counselor and family therapist in community and private practice mental health, Ulises has 20+ years of experience helping clients with their mental health and emotional needs. Outside of work, Ulises is highly involved with his sons’ school and sports activities, volunteering as a community sports coach, and assisting at his church.
Tuesday & Wednesday (In Person), Thursday (Telehealth) 9am - 5pm
Ulises is presently reporting an appoximate 2 week wait-list.
Email Ulises questions regarding services at info@lightoflifecounseling.com
Rachel Bentley, MMFT, LMFT
Accepts: *AHCCCS Plan, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Champ VA, Cigna, Holmen Group, Mutual of Omaha, Most EAP Programs, Tricare, TriWest and United Health Care
Specialties
- Addictions
- Anger Management,
- Anxiety & Depression
- Art Therapy and Play therapy
- Children Teens & Young Adults
- Christian Counseling
- Grief & Loss
- Marital, Couples, & Family Counseling
- Parenting
- PTSD, Military Families and Veterans Issues
- Relational Issues & Boundaries
- Women’s issues
About Rachel
Originally from Southern CA, Rachel earned a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy through Pepperdine University in 2005, achieving LMFT independent licensure in 2010. Her wide range of experience includes individual, child and family therapy in group homes, schools, and outpatient addiction and Seriously Mentally Ill adult residential programs. Rachel approaches therapy through Object Relations and Attachment theory which aid clients understand how past relationships with care givers, influence present attitudes, thoughts and reactiveness in relationships. Rachel is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Play therapy. Through empowering and advocating, Rachel assists clients discover and understand existing strengths and coping skills to promote personal growth and desired change. Rachel is an army wife of 20+ years and has a heart for serving military families and veterans. When Rachel is not working she is highly involved with her children’s academic and sports activities.
*Can not Accept all AHCCCS (i.e., Medicaid Funded) Plans Accepting In-Person and Telehealth appointments.
Monday 12pm - 2pm and 4pm - 7pm, and Tuesday 4pm - 7pm
Rachel is presently reporting an appoximate 10-12 week wait-list.
Email Rachel questions regarding services at r.bentley@lightoflifecounseling.com
Amelia “Amie” Lohr MSW, LCSW
Accepts: Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Champ VA, Tricare and United Health Care
Specialties
- Anxiety/Depression Disorders
- PTSD/CPTSD/Trauma
- Chronic Pain/Chronic Illness
- Anger Management
- Stress Management
- Family and Relationship Issues
- Teen/Adolescent Concerns
- Addictions/Substance Abuse
- Women in Recovery
- General Women’s Issues
- Young Adult Concerns
- Life Transitions
- Parenting
About Amie
Arriving with her family to Luke AFB in 1981, Amie considers herself an Arizona native despite further military deployments and moves. While at Misawa AB, Amie became interested in working with children, teens and families through base Family Advocacy services. Amie has 15+ years of clinical experience through in-home services, community-based and outpatient programs, crisis intervention programs. Amie is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (TF-CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapies (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapies (DBT-Adult/Teen), Somatic Experiencing Informed Therapies, Crisis Intervention, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotional Freedom Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR-Adult/Teen) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR-Adult/Teen). Amie is invested in neurobiological-informed whole-person approaches emphasizing Behavioral and Social Learning, Psychosocial Development, Transpersonal, and Psychodynamic Theoretical Approaches, which look at behavior and problems through individual, relational, and systems contexts. She generally incorporates an integrated therapies approach to teach her client’s how to live mindfully, develop healthy ways to cope with stress, regulate their emotions, and improve interpersonal relationships. When not working, Amie enjoys reading literary fiction, traveling to explore familiar and new places, going on walks or hikes, and spending time with her family.
*Can not accept all AHCCCS (i.e., Medicaid Funded) or TriWest insurance
Currently only accepting Telehealth appointments.
Tuesday & Wednesday 9am - 4pm, Friday 9am - 12pm (Telehealth Only)
Amelia is presently reporting an appoximate 3 week wait-list.
Email Amelia questions regarding services at a.lohr@lightoflifecounseling.com
Mark Gonchar, MS, LAAC – (Telehealth Only)
Accepts: Aetna, BCBS, Champ VA, Cigna, Holmen Group, Mutual of Omaha, Tricare and United Health Care
*Mark cannot accept AHCCCS (i.e., Medicaid funded), Medicare or TriWest Insurance Plans
Specialties
- Alcohol, Substance and Addiction Disorders
- Anxiety/Depression Disorders
- Healthy Emotional Regulation
- Healthy Communication
- Family and Couples Counseling
- Adult, Teen and Childhood Trauma
- Autism Informed Professional
- Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist
- Certified EMDR Specialist
- Theraplay trained
- Spiritual Issues
About Mark
Mark is an Arizona Licensed Associate Addiction Counselor. He earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in counseling with an emphasis on marriage and family therapy from California State University-Fullerton. Mark is an Autism-Informed Professional, a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist and is a certified Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapist and is trained in Theraplay. Mark utilizes Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing and is experienced working with varied client populations. Mark utilizes his marriage and family therapy education and substance abuse background to work with most addictions, compulsive behaviors, and trauma, to create a non-judgmental, authentic, and helping environment. Mark assists clients with identifying and replacing negative thought patterns with healthy effective thoughts. Mark promotes and encourages self-care, utilization, and development of coping skills and building self-confidence. Mark’s therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Theraplay, and Strength Based Trauma Treatment. Mark is presently supervised by Ulises Gonzalez and Amelia Lohr
Mark is presently accepting new clients
(Referral’s must include Alcohol, Substance and Addiction concerns)
Monday 5-8pm, Thursday 9am-1pm (Telehealth Only)
Email Mark questions regarding services at info@lightoflifecounseling.com
Andrea Sellers, MSW, LMSW – (Telehealth Only)
Accepts: Aetna, BCBS, Champ VA, Cigna, Holmen Group, Mutual of Omaha, Tricare and United Health Care
*Andrea cannot accept AHCCCS (i.e., Medicaid funded), Medicare or TriWest Insurance Plans
Specialties
- Anxiety/Depression Disorders
- Stress Management
- Teen and Young Adult Concerns
- Self-Esteem Issues
- Family Counseling
About Andrea
Andrea received her Master’s in Social Work (MSW) Degree through Grand Canyon University in 2025. Andrea has previous experience providing outpatient therapy to children and adults. Andrea also has experience as a Behavioral Coach in residential setting and is supervised by Ulises Gonzalez.
Wednesday & Thursdays 5 - 8pm and Sundays 8 - 11am (Telehealth Only)
Andrea is presently reporting immediate openings
Email Ulises Gonzalez questions regarding services with Andrea at info@lightoflifecounseling.com
Rosa Helm, CMHC , LAC (Candidate)
Accepts: Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Champ VA, Tricare and United Health Car
Specialties
- Anxiety Disorders
- Child, Teen and Young Adult Concerns
- Chronic Pain/Chronic Illness
- Family and Relationship Issues
- Disability/Debilitating Medical conditions
- Self-Esteem Issues
- Stress Management
- Trauma, Abuse and PTSD
- Women’s issues
About Rosa
Rosa Helm joined LLCS after completing her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMCH) through Grand Canyon University. Rosa was inspired to become a therapist after a 17-year school nurse career, and through her own experiences as a cancer survivor personally experiencing the importance of empathy, listening and supportive relationships. Rosa has worked extensively with adolescents, young adults and the elderly, collaborating extensively with multiple social and community services to develop an enriched understanding of the diversity of mental health needs and available services. Rosa fluently speaks English and Spanish. Rosa is of the Christian faith and believes strongly in the integration of one’s beliefs in the development of wellness.
*Can not accept AHCCCS (i.e., Medicaid Funded) or TriWest Insurance Plans
When accepting new clients Rosa is avaialble Monday - Friday 3pm - 7pm (In Person or Telehealth)
Rosa istemporarily not accepting new clients.
Email Ulises Gonzalez questions regarding services with Rosa at info@lightoflifecounseling.com
Michael P Goodrich, MDiv, MAC, LAAC, (c)
Accepts: Aetna, BCBS, Champ VA, Cigna, Holmen Group, Mutual of Omaha, Tricare and United Health Care
*Michael cannot accept AHCCCS (i.e., Medicaid funded), Medicare or TriWest Insurance Plans
Specialties
- Alcohol and substance use disorders
- Anxiety/Depression Disorders
- Healthy Emotional Regulation
- Healthy Communication
- Family and Couples Counseling
- Spiritual Issues
About Michael
Michael P. Goodrich holds a Master of Science in Addiction Counseling from Grand Canyon University, and a Master of Divinity with a pastoral counseling emphasis from Liberty University. He brings extensive experience providing structured counseling, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed care in community, faith-based, and first-responder settings, with over a decade as an endorsed disaster-relief, law-enforcement, and fire chaplain. In his current counseling role, Michael predominantly desires to service individuals presenting with alcohol and substance use disorder, co-with occurring mental health symptoms, grief, and trauma exposure. Michael’s clinical competencies include Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Twelve-Step facilitation, with a strong emphasis on recovery-oriented care. Michael is also passionate about providing individual and group grief counseling. Michael is presently supervised by Ulises Gonzalez.
Michael is presently accepting new clients
(Referral’s must include Alcohol, Substance and Addiction concerns)
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 5-7pm
Email Michael questions regarding services at info@lightoflifecounseling.com