How do I know if therapy is right for me?

Therapy may be helpful if you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or find yourself repeating the same patterns without getting the results you want. If it is difficult to make sense of your situation or know how to move forward, therapy can provide clarity, direction, and a different way of approaching what you are facing.

What types of therapy do you offer?

We offer individual therapy and couples therapy. We also provide Christian integration for those who want their faith included in the process. In addition, we work with business owners, CEOs, and professionals who are navigating stress, pressure, and the impact it has on their personal lives and relationships.

What is therapy like at Present Hope Therapy?

Therapy here is structured, thoughtful, and focused on helping you understand what is happening beneath the surface. Our approach is grounded in a few core principles: no judgment, genuine curiosity about your experience, and respect for your values without imposing our own. We use evidence-based methods to guide the process, not personal opinions, so the work leads to meaningful and lasting change.

What happens in the first session?

The first session is focused on understanding your story and what led you to seek therapy now. You will have space to share what has been going on, and we will reflect back what we are hearing to ensure we understand your situation clearly. We will also explain how we approach therapy and what the process may look like if you decide to move forward.

How do I get started with therapy?

You can request an appointment at any time using our online scheduling link: https://www.therapyportal.com/p/present85704/. You can also call 520-848-6404 to speak with our answering service, who can help you schedule your first appointment.

Do you offer in-person or online therapy?

We offer both in-person therapy and online sessions, depending on your preference and what works best for your schedule.

Meet Drew - Master’s Level Intern

Counseling for Teens, Young Adults, and Younger Couples

The years between high school and early adulthood can bring enormous pressure to determine who you are, where you are headed, and how to build healthy relationships. You may look like you are managing life well while privately feeling anxious, discouraged, disconnected, or uncertain about what comes next.

Drew works primarily with high-school students ages 15 and older, young adults, and adults in their 20s and 30s. He also works with dating, engaged, newly married, and younger couples who want to build a healthier foundation or address concerning patterns before they become deeply established.

Individual Counseling

You may know that something needs to change but have difficulty explaining exactly what is wrong. Anxiety or overthinking may be wearing you down. You might feel uncertain about your identity, relationships, faith, career, or direction in life. Perhaps you feel behind compared with others or pressured to become the person everyone expects you to be.

Drew has a particular interest in helping people who may not be accustomed to talking openly about what they are experiencing. This includes teenage boys and men who feel pressure to remain strong, solve problems independently, or hide struggles from the people around them.

Drew may be a good fit if you are experiencing:

Anxiety, overthinking, or persistent stress
Depression, discouragement, or loss of motivation
Difficulty with confidence or self-worth
Questions about identity, faith, or purpose
Academic, career, or family pressure
Relationship difficulties or family conflict
The transition into college, employment, or independent adulthood
Uncertainty about your future or the direction of your life
Difficulty understanding or expressing your emotions

Drew’s counseling style is genuine, conversational, and practical. He creates room for you to speak honestly while also helping you recognize patterns, better understand yourself, and develop tools you can apply outside the counseling room.

Couples Counseling

Drew works with dating, engaged, newly married, and younger couples who want to strengthen their relationship, improve communication, or stop recurring conflicts from defining their future together.

You may care deeply about one another but repeatedly end up in the same argument. One person may pursue a conversation while the other shuts down or pulls away. You might struggle to communicate needs without creating defensiveness, or you may feel more like roommates than partners.

Drew helps couples slow these interactions down, understand what each partner is reacting to, and practice healthier ways of communicating and reconnecting.

Couples counseling with Drew may address:

Premarital preparation
Recurring arguments and unresolved tension
Difficulty communicating needs and emotions
Emotional distance or loss of connection
Differences in expectations
Adjusting to marriage or parenthood
Boundaries with extended family
Faith and values within the relationship
Building a stronger relationship foundation

As a husband and father, Drew understands that healthy relationships require more than good intentions. He is receiving focused training in Present Hope Therapy’s approach to couples counseling under the direct supervision of Gabriel Lobato, LPC.

Drew’s Background and Approach

Drew is completing his master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. His approach is grounded in person-centered therapy and incorporates evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Counseling is adapted to each client’s experiences, values, needs, and goals.

Drawing from years of ministry experience, Drew has spent considerable time walking alongside people during difficult and uncertain seasons. He understands that faith can be an important source of meaning and hope, while also recognizing that emotional struggles cannot always be resolved through simplistic answers.

For clients who desire it, Drew welcomes the thoughtful integration of Christian faith and spirituality into counseling. Faith integration is always based on the client’s preferences and is never required.

Drew is directly trained and supervised by Present Hope Therapy’s Clinical Director, Gabriel Lobato, LPC. This provides clients with an affordable counseling option supported by the oversight and experience of a licensed professional counselor.

Individual and couples sessions: $45 per 55–60-minute session
Availability: Thursdays, 2:30–7:00 p.m.
Location: In person in Tucson or through telehealth for clients located anywhere in Arizona

Take the Next Step

You do not need to have everything figured out before beginning counseling. If you are a teenager, young adult, adult in your 20s or 30s, or part of a younger couple wanting to create meaningful change, Drew would welcome the opportunity to meet with you.

Schedule Appt with Drew