Josie Self

Licensed Associate Counselor

I work with women and couples navigating the messy middle: You used to feel confident and capable, but anxiety, exhaustion, or disconnection are getting in the way Parenthood brings up old wounds that you thought you had healed or haven't felt ready to address until now. You’re trying to figure out who you are in parenthood (and why it feels so different from before). You feel like it should be easier. Your relationship has changed in ways you didn’t expect- and you want to get back on the same page. Resentment and tension are getting in the way of living the life you want. I specialize in couples therapy and anxiety/OCD helping you: Understand and manage anxiety in ways that actually work for you so you can get out of your head and stop the spiral. Rebuild your sense of identity and joy Strengthen your relationship so it feels like a partnership again Our work together isn’t about throwing generic coping tools at you — it’s about getting to the root of what’s going on, rebuilding connection (with yourself and others), and finding a rhythm that feels sustainable.

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Support & specialties

Something to know about my approach is

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, motherhood, or changes in your relationship after having a baby, you’re not alone. I’m Josie Self, a Licensed Associate Counselor in Arizona, and I specialize in postpartum mental health, anxiety therapy, and couples therapy for women and families. I provide therapy for postpartum anxiety, depression, birth trauma, and relationship challenges in Arizona (virtual), helping you feel more like yourself again and more connected in your life and relationships. Couples Therapy for New Parents Becoming parents can put a strain on even the strongest relationships. I work with couples to rebuild connection, improve communication, and navigate the challenges that come with this transition. Using approaches like Gottman Method Couples Therapy, I help couples move out of conflict patterns and back into partnership.

My clients describe me as

My clients often describe me as warm, understanding, and easy to talk to—especially during the challenges of anxiety, postpartum transitions, and relationship changes after having a baby. They value that I create a space where they feel truly seen and supported, while also helping them understand what’s happening and take steps toward feeling more like themselves again.

Focus areas

Couples Therapy, Anxiety and OCD, Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, and Birth Trauma, Complex Attachment Trauma

Therapy approaches

ERP for OCD, Postpartum Mood Disorders, Gottman Couples Therapy Couples Therapy , Attachment-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Nervous System-Informed,

About me

Hi, I’m Josie.

I’m a former people-pleaser and anxious high-achiever turned therapist, coffee-and-good-food enthusiast, wife, and mom of three. I know firsthand how easily motherhood can turn your world upside down — even if you thought you had it all figured out.

I work with women and couples navigating the messy middle:

You used to feel confident and capable, but anxiety, exhaustion, or disconnection are getting in the way
You’re trying to figure out who you are in motherhood (and why it feels so different from before)
Your relationship has changed in ways you didn’t expect — and you want to get back on the same page

I specialize in postpartum mental health and couples therapy, helping you:

Understand and manage anxiety in ways that actually work for you
Rebuild your sense of identity and joy
Strengthen your relationship so it feels like a partnership again

Our work together isn’t about throwing generic coping tools at you — it’s about getting to the root of what’s going on, rebuilding connection (with yourself and others), and finding a rhythm that feels sustainable.

If you’re ready to feel less like you’re “just getting through the day” and more like you’re actually living it, I’d love to meet you.

Availability for new clients

Book a Free Consult With Me!

Monday

N/A

Tuesday

Telehealth : (10 AM - 5 PM)

Wednesday

Telehealth : (8 AM - 11 PM)

Thursday

Telehealth : (2 PM - 7 PM)

Friday

N/A

Weekends

N/A

Status

Currently accepting new clients for telehealth therapy