Kandace Ledergerber (she/her)

LMHC, LPC, EMDR Certified
Accepting Clients

I help high-achieving perfectionists with past trauma by using EMDR, Brainspotting & nervous system work.

Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Tempe, AZ

Services

About My Clients

My clients are ambitious, driven people who feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, self-doubt, and people-pleasing. They often push themselves to exhaustion, struggling to slow down without guilt. Many have experienced trauma that shaped their perfectionism, leaving them overwhelmed and disconnected from their own needs. I help them process past wounds, regulate their nervous system, and build self-trust so they can move from survival mode to a life of balance, confidence, and inner peace.

My Background and Approach

I am a trauma therapist certified in EMDR therapy & trained in Brainspotting, and mindfulness-based approaches to help high-achieving women heal from complex trauma, anxiety, and perfectionism. My approach is compassionate, structured, and results-oriented, guiding clients through deep trauma work while equipping them with practical tools for everyday regulation. Therapy with me isn’t just about coping—it’s about creating lasting change in how you relate to yourself, your emotions, and the world around you. I offer both weekly therapy and EMDR intensives to provide flexibility in the healing process. Clients appreciate my ability to create a warm, validating space while also challenging the beliefs that keep them feeling stuck. I provide Sunday in-person sessions in Tempe, AZ, and online therapy for clients in AZ and FL.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe that healing is always possible, no matter how long you've felt stuck in survival mode. Trauma and anxiety don’t define you—they are responses your nervous system learned to keep you safe. And just as you learned those patterns, you can unlearn them and replace them with healthier, more supportive ones. I know this because I’ve seen it in my clients, and I’ve experienced it myself. I struggled with anxiety for years, believing that pushing through and overachieving would make it go away. Through my own healing, I learned how to regulate my nervous system and stop letting fear control me. Now, I help others do the same so they can finally feel grounded, safe, and at ease in their own bodies. I believe in equity, inclusion, and creating a space where all identities are affirmed. Also, if we ever debate the best TV show of all time, I promise to hear you out—even if I strongly disagree. 😉 If you’re ready to explore healing, reach out!

Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Optum
  • United Healthcare
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 9 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $167 - 250/session

Info

Email Kandace
4625 S Lakeshore Dr.
Tempe, AZ 85282

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