OUR APPROACH
Our goal is that every client feels welcomed, loved, and accepted. We promise to be patient and truthful. Our time together should feel casual, comfortable, and above all else, it should feel safe.
Our practice skills are trauma-informed and integrate theology, psychology, & neurobiology.
MEET OUR TEAM
Crystal Tena, Founder & Counselor
I'm a San Diego native enjoying the Arizona sun for over 20 years. I love loud music, chips & salsa, and fishing. I also enjoy silence and a good nap!
I'm passionate about helping people take the lead in their own stories. Sometimes that means processing past experiences and noticing how it affects their present situation. My clients learn how to move forward in new ways - towards a more peaceful and fulfilling life.
EDUCATION & TRAINING:
Certified Trauma & Resilience Life Coach - Arizona Trauma Institute
(2023).
Trauma-Informed Healing for LGBTQIA+ Communities - Arizona Trauma Institute (2022).
Certified Trauma Professional with emphasis in Complex Trauma (cPTSD), CCTP-1 - PESI. Inc. Janina Fisher Ph.D. (2021).
Master of Arts in Counseling - Westminster Theological Seminary (2021).
Board Certified Biblical Counselor, BCBC #765 - AACC International
Board of Christian Care - Board of Christian Professional and Pastoral Counselors (2020).
Mental Health First Aid - National Council for Behavioral Health (2020).
Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation CCEF - School of Biblical Counseling (2018-2019).
Level 3 Certification - The Institute for Biblical Counseling and Discipleship (2015-2018).
Level 1 Finger Print Clearance Card #4A01020870 - Arizona Department of Public Safety (2016).
I am not licensed by the State of Arizona as a mental health professional. I do not provide psychotherapy. I do not make psychiatric diagnoses nor offer medical advice. I recognize certain needs may be outside of my scope of training and expertise. Therefore, it may be necessary to collaborate and/or refer to other qualified professionals.
Bryce Neuberger, Mentor/Pastor
Growing up in Oklahoma I was known for my compassionate nature and willingness to support others. After moving to Arizona and working my way through the corporate world, my spare time was dedicated to volunteering in leadership development and counseling for young adults and teens. Eventually, my passion for helping others led me to full-time pastoral work.
My mission with Side by Side is to mentor individuals navigating:
Teen Issues, Grief, Divorce, Single Parenting, Remarriage, Depression, Anxiety, and Faith.
I am also very passionate in helping young pastors and churches with Training & Support regarding mental health.
In my downtime, I enjoy pizza and wings, a good blockbuster movie, and setting aside time to draw or get crafty.
I am not licensed by the State of Arizona as a mental health professional. I do not provide psychotherapy. I do not make psychiatric diagnoses nor offer medical advice. I recognize certain needs may be outside of my scope of training and expertise. Therefore, it may be necessary to collaborate and/or refer to other qualified professionals.
