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Anthony Kleinhans

Anthony Kleinhans

LPC, LPCC

Therapist · Arizona · 20+ years of experience

Compassionate counselor for life transitions

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  • 20 years experience
  • Faith-aware approach
  • Focus on anger

About Anthony

Anthony Kleinhans is a licensed professional counselor with two decades of experience. He practices in Arizona and focuses on helping people through stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, depression, and anger. He aims to listen carefully and work alongside clients as they sort out difficult feelings and life challenges.

His practice often supports people facing relationship strain, parenting pressures, caregiving stress, and midlife transitions. He also addresses issues such as self-esteem, career questions, and the impact of chronic illness. He describes a holistic outlook that includes attention to a person’s spiritual life when that is important to them.

Anthony uses a mix of practical methods to help people make changes. He draws on client-centered conversation to build trust and on cognitive behavioral techniques to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior. He also uses mindfulness and narrative ideas to help people notice patterns and reframe personal stories.

People who prefer a thoughtful, faith-aware approach may find his style a good match. He emphasizes compassion, clear communication, and step-by-step problem solving. He aims to help clients build resilience and move toward goals that matter to them.

Anthony holds LPC and LPCC credentials and brings 20 years of counseling work to his practice. He accepts sessions in English and is open to working with international clients. Prospective clients should use the Start Therapy process to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

Minnesota, Arizona

Languages

English

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person's experience. The therapist follows the client's lead, reflects what is said, and helps people clarify their goals and values. This approach is helpful when someone needs a respectful space to talk through emotions and choices.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It uses practical exercises and small behavioral changes to reduce anxiety, anger, or depression. CBT can be useful for managing stress, changing unhelpful thinking, and building coping skills.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about their needs, goals, and preferences, and together they will decide which methods to try. That collaborative process helps shape session goals and homework between meetings.

Practically, online therapy can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life. Please confirm the available session formats before booking so you know how sessions are conducted. Online work can reduce travel time, allow for shorter check-ins during a workday, and make it simpler to keep regular appointments while managing other responsibilities.

At a glance

Listed location
Arizona
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
LPC, LPCC
Languages
English
License (Minnesota)
LPCC · No. 00058
License (Arizona)
LPC · No. LPC-23484
NPI
1629732771

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, anger, relationship and family challenges, and related concerns like parenting and caregiver stress.

What is his therapeutic style?

His style is collaborative and client-centered, combining listening with practical tools such as cognitive behavioral strategies and mindfulness to help change unhelpful habits.

How much experience does he have?

He has 20 years of counseling experience working with adults facing life transitions, chronic health issues, and relationship difficulties.

What are his credentials and location?

He holds LPC and LPCC credentials and practices in Arizona.

In which languages can sessions be conducted?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He accepts international clients.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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