Partnership
Active Healing Psychiatric Services Partners with: Benavieri Counseling: Therapy for Adults and Children
Core Self : Therapy, Medication management, Spravato, and TMS
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Welcome to Our Partnership for Whole Person Wellness
At Active Healing Psychiatric Services, we believe mental health care is most effective when it addresses the whole person — mind, body, and spirit. That’s why we’ve built strong partnerships with like-minded providers who share our commitment to integrative, compassionate, and evidence-based care.
Through collaboration with Core Self and Benavieri Counseling, we are able to expand the range of services available to our clients, offering everything from psychiatric medication management to psychotherapy, specialized trauma care, and innovative treatments for treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Together, our mission is to help individuals and families heal, grow, and thrive.
About Us
Dr. Michaela Beaver, DNP, PMHNP-BC is the founder of Active Healing Psychiatric Services and co-founder of Core Self, alongside therapist Laura Olivieri Wood, LPC. Michaela has built her career around integrative and functional psychiatry, blending traditional evidence-based treatments with holistic supports, advanced interventions like Spravato® (esketamine) and TMS, and trauma-informed approaches such as polyvagal theory.
Core Self was created to bridge psychiatry and psychotherapy for individuals with treatment-resistant depression, ensuring clients benefit from both medical and therapeutic supports. At Core Self, Michaela works closely with Dr. Sarah Bortz, DNP, PMHNP, and Cody Gargac, PMHNP , while Laura leads a skilled team of therapists. This partnership allows for seamless coordination of care, where healing happens on every level.
Our Approach
In addition to Core Self, we are proud to partner with Benavieri Counseling, a leading provider of psychotherapy services across the East Valley. At Benavieri, the focus is on whole person wellness, recognizing the intricate connection between the brain and body. Their experienced team of counselors includes Laura Olivieri Wood, Sydney Simeus, and Allyson Carothers. Each brings expertise in working with children, teens, and adults through a variety of therapeutic modalities.
Together, we provide a comprehensive approach to care, combining the strengths of psychiatry and psychotherapy to deliver lasting results. Research consistently shows that integrating medication with therapy offers the best outcomes — and our collaborative model is built to do just that.
Specialized Modalities
Our clients have access to an expanded range of specialized services through this partnership:
Medication Management & Integrative Psychiatry
Personalized care that includes standard medications, supplements, and holistic strategies.
Spravato® and TMS
Innovative treatments for treatment-resistant depression, supported by therapy for the best possible outcomes.
Psychotherapy
Evidence-based therapies for children, teens, and adults, including CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused modalities.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)
A powerful therapy for trauma recovery.
Neurofeedback
Cutting-edge support to regulate brain function and improve mental health.
This wide range of options ensures clients receive care tailored to their unique needs.
Courses for Growth
Benavieri also offers courses and educational programs designed for therapists and individuals seeking deeper understanding of mental health. These resources include the free course “Neuroception: How We Make Sense of Things,” which explores how the brain interprets safety and threat signals.
By combining clinical services with opportunities for education, we empower both professionals and clients to grow in their knowledge and skills.
Partnering for Better Outcomes
In the world of healthcare, collaboration is key. By joining forces in care, we aim to achieve better outcomes for our clients. Our shared philosophy is to minimize medication when possible, support therapy outcomes with integrative psychiatry, and ensure every client feels supported by a team that sees them as a whole person.
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Get to Know Our Team
We invite you to explore our partner teams:
● Active Healing Psychiatric Services – Dr. Michaela Beaver, DNP, PMHNP-BC
● Core Self – Co-founded by Michaela Beaver and Laura Wood
● Benavieri Counseling – Featuring Laura Olivieri Wood, Sydney Simeus, Allyson Carothers, and Sydney Moore
We look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward healing and wellness.
📞 To schedule an appointment or learn more, please visit benavieri.com or contact Active Healing Psychiatric Services at 480-719-7400.