Neurodivergent-Affirming Therapy in Tucson & Oro Valley, Arizona
Therapy for neurodivergence.
Therapy for children ages 3 & up.
Therapy for
couples.
Therapy for families.
For people who need to do things a little differently in life & have tried the usual methods, we get it.
Neuroaffirming therapywith Olive Branch — Tucson, AZ.
A little about the founder.
I’m Rachel Sommerfield, the owner and Clinical Director of Olive Branch Counseling,
I have always believed that having some background about someone you’re trusting with your care is so important in the therapeutic story so it’s only fair that I share a little of mine!
I went my entire childhood with undiagnosed ADHD and Autism — high functioning, high masking, over-acheiver that got decent grades, had some solid friendships, and functioned well enough on the outside. Therapy helped me find ways to support and better understand myself.
I’m passionate about creating spaces where others have a safe place to figure out their needs — finding clarity and validation which allows people to move forward in life in a more authentic and satisfying way.
We’re about helping people of all ages who might feel different, misunderstood, and need some support to navigate identity or underlying needs. We show up unmasked — with sarcasm, some cursey words, and humor and believe that giving yourself permission to be you, whatever that looks like, is the key to a
How do I know if I’m neurodivergent?
Difficulty with Memory — Losing items, general disorganization, poor short-term memory.
Rigid Thinking -- Trouble having flexible thinking, seeing things in absolutes with no middle ground.
Emotional dysregulation — Meltdowns, shutdowns, fight/flight/freeze response.
Time Management — Time blindness, difficulty prioritizing tasks, tons of unfinished projects.
Transitions — Needing a lot of priming before small and big transitions, distress with changes in routine.
Sensory Sensitivities — Difficulty wearing certain items/textures, “picky eater,” sound/light sensitivities.
Sensory-Based Behaviors —Sensory seeking and avoidant behaviors.
We believe in creating an environment supportive to your unique wiring.
Rather than asking you to conform and mask, we work together to find strategies to support you.
By creating a solid sensory diet, establishing predictable and manageable routines and structure, and defining what limits, boundaries, and needs you have, over time life can feel less overwhelming, strengthening confidence and resilience.
Meet Christy!
Christy is one of our clinical therapy interns with a background in teaching children and a passion for supporting parents in the thick of it all. She has two teenagers and a Bernadoodle that keep her busy in her free time.
Christy has immediate availability and is offering a limited amount of reduced $60 slots!
Availability on weekdays and Saturdays in office + online.
Ages 5+ and adults.
Evidenced based modalities: Child-Centered Play Therapy, Person-Centered/Humanistic Approaches, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Receives ongoing trainings and clinical supervision to ensure the most effective, research based methods for treatment.
How We Support.
The Olive Branch Team
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Alex Walcott, OTR/L, LAC-T
Telehealth only, returning to office fall 2026
Accepts ESA + private pay
OT + counseling through Person-Centered/Developmentally Focused Lens.
Ages 3+ and adults
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Bria, LAC-T
Telehealth + office
Accepts ESA funding + private payExploring ADHD + Autism, neurodivergent couples, tools for neurodivergent kids
Ages 5+ and adults -
Brittney, LMSW
Telehealth + office (alternate location at 5312 S Civano Blvd in SE Tucson)
Accepts ESA + private pay
Relationship Support for Military Families, Empowering Women, Child-Centered Play Therapy.
Ages 12+ and adults. -
Brynn, Clinical Intern
Telehealth + office
Accepts private pay only - reduced rate
Parenting strategies + tools, Play Therapy, young adults navigating adulthood
Ages 3+, adults, Parent-Child Relationship Therapy
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Christy, Clinical Intern
Telehealth + office
Accepts private pay only - reduced ratesPlay Therapy (including video games), Parenting Support, Mothers + Women’s Health
Ages 5+ and adults
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Clarissa, Clinical Intern
Telehealth + office
Accepts private pay only - reduced ratesPlay Therapy (including video games), Adult Neurodivergent Identity + Exploration, ADHD/Autism support for children.
Ages 5+ and adults
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Krista, LMSW
Telehealth Only: Evenings + weekends
Accepts ESA + private payEMDR for Trauma, Highly Sensitive + Intuitive People, Teens and Adults in Life Transitions
Ages 12+ and adults
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Madison, Clinical Intern
Telehealth + office
Accepts private pay only - reduced ratesChild-Centered Play Therapy, Video Game Therapy, Teens + Young Adult Support
Ages 5+ and adults
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Maya, LAC-T
Telehealth + office
Accepts ESA + private payRelationship Counseling + Family Therapy, Play Therapy/Gaming, Teen and Adult Self-Esteem and Coping Skills
Ages 5+ and adults
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Rachel, LPC, Clinical Director
Not accepting new clients.
Accepts ESA + private payChild-Centered Play Therapy/Gaming, Neurodivergent Exploration and Identity, Coping Strategies for Neurodivergent Children
Ages 3+ and adults
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Chewie (Chewbacca)
Available at our Tucson office!
Chewie is a 3 month old Golden Retriever who is in the process of being trained as a therapy animal.Feel free to request Chewie be present at your appointment. He is sweet, curious, playful, and patient and does well with all ages (toddler approved).
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Danica, LPC, PMH-C
Clinical Supervisor Consultant
Danica provides support to our clinical team with insight into women’s health, trauma, and neurodivergence.
Trained in EMDR, Advanced Perinatal Mental Health, and Clinical Trauma Professional.
Not accepting clients.
Therapy for the whole system.
Because nervous systems don’t exist in isolation.
When loved ones are included in the process, we can build shared understanding, reduce shame, and create environments that more supportive for everyone.
