Claudette Waite

MA, LPC, NCC, C-DBT • Licensed Professional Counselor

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About

With a compassionate heart and a wealth of specialized expertise, Claudette Waite, MA, LPC, NCC, C-DBT, stands at the forefront of mental health care as the owner of NewPoint of View Counseling in Phoenix, AZ. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in the belief that everyone has a story that deserves to be heard and healed, offering a safe space where clients can share their pain and find support on their journey to wellness.

Claudette's impressive array of certifications and specialized training equips her to address a wide spectrum of mental health challenges. As a certified trauma therapist, she excels in helping individuals process and overcome past hurts. Her expertise extends to relationship and sex counseling, where she aids couples in strengthening their bonds, enhancing intimacy, and rekindling desire. Additionally, as a certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) therapist, Claudette is uniquely qualified to treat Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and other complex emotional issues.

The breadth of Claudette's therapeutic toolkit is remarkable. She is a certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist and an EMDRIA approved Consultant, bringing years of specialization in trauma treatment to her practice. Her commitment to couple's therapy is evidenced by her extensive training in Sue Johnson's Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method. Claudette's practice is also inclusive and affirming of all sexual orientations, relationship configurations, and identities, making her a trusted provider for LGBTQIA+ clients and those exploring non-traditional relationship structures.

Claudette's academic credentials include a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a National Certified Counselor (NCC), and a Board Certified Supervisor, demonstrating her commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professional practice. Her dedication to ongoing education is clear, as she continues to pursue advanced certifications to better serve her clients.

At NewPoint of View Counseling, Claudette creates an environment that is warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental. She specializes in helping individuals and couples navigate attachment and relationship difficulties, treating physical, emotional, and sexual trauma. Her goal is to support clients in improving interpersonal effectiveness, reducing emotional distress, and achieving better emotional regulation. Claudette's therapeutic style is described as warm and engaging, with the ability to be firm when necessary, always maintaining a focus on helping clients live their best lives.

Potential clients can expect a therapist who is passionate about self-care and brings a unique global perspective to her work, having lived in three countries and holding three citizenships. This diverse background allows Claudette to offer a truly non-judgmental environment where clients are listened to and respected. She believes in challenging long-held views that may be impeding growth while offering supportive feedback and encouragement.

Claudette Waite's practice addresses a wide range of issues, including addiction, anxiety, chronic self-doubt, codependency, depression, divorce, emotional regulation, interpersonal difficulties, LGBTQIA+ concerns, self-esteem, relationship problems, sexual trauma, PTSD, sexual health, and non-traditional relationship structures. Her holistic approach to mental health defines her practice, making her an ideal therapist for those seeking comprehensive, compassionate, and skilled mental health care.

Qualifications

Education

  • Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling

Certifications, Memberships & Training

  • National Certified Counselor
  • Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy Therapist
  • Certified Trauma Therapist
  • Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Certified Therapist
  • EMDRIA Approved Consultant
  • Board Certified Supervisor
  • Emotional Focused Couples Therapy Training
  • Gottman Method Therapy for Couples Level I
  • Gottman Method Therapy for Couples Level II

State Licenses

  • Licensed Professional Counselor, AZ

Specialties & Expertise

Specializations

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Borderline Personality Disorder
  • Depression
  • PTSD
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sexual Abuse or Assault
  • Trauma

State Licenses

  • Arizona

Race, Gender & Sexual Sensitivities

  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Sex-Positive; Kink Allied

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Locations

New Point of View Counseling - Phoenix Office
16815 S Desert Foothills Pkwy, STE 134
Phoenix, AZ 85048

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