Anxiety Treatment in Scottsdale, AZ

When anxiety goes untreated, it can have various negative effects on overall well-being

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What is Anxiety?

Anxiety refers to a natural human response to stress or a perceived threat. It’s a normal part of life and can be helpful in certain situations, as it prepares the body to respond to a challenge or danger.

However, when anxiety becomes excessive, persistent, or uncontrollable, it can interfere with daily life and well-being, leading to what is known as an anxiety disorder.

Anxiety disorders are a group of mental health conditions characterized by excessive worry, fear, or nervousness. These disorders can manifest in various ways and may include specific phobias, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, and others. At Arizona for Neurofeedback, we offer drug free anxiety treatment in Scottsdale, AZ.

Signs and Symptoms

Common symptoms of anxiety disorders may include:

1. Excessive worrying:
   Persistent and irrational worry about everyday situations.
2. Restlessness or feeling on edge: A constant state of tension or unease.
3. Fatigue: Feeling tired or easily fatigued. 
4. Difficulty concentrating: Finding it hard to focus or feeling that your mind goes blank. 
5. Irritability: Being easily annoyed or agitated.
6. Muscle tension: Physical tension or tightness in muscles. 
7. Sleep disturbances: Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or having restless sleep.

Dr. Petta’s Approach is:

• Data-guided, yet deeply human & compassionate
• Brain-based, not blame- or label-based
• Personalized, not one-size-fits-all 
• Calm, collaborative, and empowering 

Dr. Petta specializes in data-driven, brain-based assessment and treatment, using QEEG brain mapping to identify the root causes of cognitive, emotional, and performance challenges—rather than simply managing symptoms.

Her work bridges clinical psychology and applied neuroscience, allowing treatment plans to be personalized, measurable, and outcome-focused.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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After  a very difficult period in my life, I found falling asleep nearly impossible, regulating my emotions a challenge and rumination constant. I knew that I needed something other than traditional talk therapy to help with these symptoms. I decided to give Neurotherapy, with Dr. Petta, a chance. Brain mapping showed which areas of my brain were over activated, contributing to my symptoms. By my  10’th Neurofeedback session, I was sleeping better than I had in decades. Soon I realized small annoyances were not bothering me so much and the constant rumination had greatly dissipated. Once regulated, I felt ready to talk. Dr. Petta has proven to be a wise and trustworthy counselor. Adding Biofeedback has helped me tackle a life long phobia with blood.  I am could not be happier with the results. This is the best investment I have ever made on myself, worth every penny ! I cannot thank Dr. Petta and her incredible team enough.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jamie Rae 
 
171 days ago
 
 
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Please believe the sincerity of this review—Dr. Petta is truly a life changer. Over the past 20 years, I’ve seen several therapists, but she has made the biggest impact by far. Through working with her, I discovered my worth (as a middle-aged woman), let go of debilitating negative thought patterns, and learned how to cultivate authenticity and mutual fulfillment in my relationships. The positive changes have been so significant that the people around me have benefited as well. She approaches every problem with empathy and a thoughtful, highly educated action plan that truly works. In every session I felt heard, understood, and supported. She is incredibly intelligent, non-judgmental, and deeply caring. I will forever be grateful for the impact she has had on my life and cannot recommend her highly enough.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Joyce 
 
199 days ago
 
 
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Neurofeedback therapy with Dr. Petta has been making a tremendous improvement in my sleep quality and my quality of life! Dr. Petta is a kind and compassionate provider and her presence is very therapeutic as well. Update on 02/10/2023: Over the course of consistent neurofeedback sessions with Dr. Petta, I have been able reduce my sleep medication dosage significantly while sleeping much longer with better quality, which has improved my health drastically and allowed me to return to work full-time. I highly recommend neurofeedback with Dr. Petta! It has truly given me a new lease on life. Update on 02/24/2026: I have been working with Dr. Petta since 2021 and am extremely grateful for her insight and care. I was experiencing severe dizziness caused by undiagnosed PSVT, which led to repeated falls and ultimately a concussion. She recognized that the dizziness might have a cardiac cause and referred me to a cardiologist. That referral led to the diagnosis of PSVT, a successful ablation procedure, and the additional identification of atrial tachycardia. Her clinical judgment and referral played a critical role in protecting my health. I feel like a brand new person! Highly recommend working with Dr. Petta and her team.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ellen Bridgewater 
 
312 days ago
 
 
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I came to Dr Petta for help with trauma and PTSD. My son committed suicide February 2023. I had been seeing a a grief counselor for 2 years but I felt  that she took me as far as I could go with her tools and communication.  I needed more help. I wanted to be able to function again in a positive manner. My problems with anxiety and fear had taken over my life. Dr Petta and her staff understood my challenges and utilizing the neurofeedback and bio feedback,  I finally found relief!  I was able to put my life back together and look forward to a more positive future. I am beyond thankful for this treatment and their guidance. Her and her entire staff were always there for me (and still are) and helped fix my broken heart and helped my brain function in a positive manner.   I have become my self again, which I was convinced would never happen. I  utilize the tools that they taught me on a daily basis and have found joy again!    My heart will always miss my son, but I have now finally accepted his passing and I have found a future again. I highly recommend this treatment for anyone who has experienced any type of trauma, PTSD and/or anxiety. It has been a game changer for me and my family.  I will be forever grateful to Dr Petta and her staff!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Mercedes 
 
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Working with Dr. Petta and her team has been one of the most transformative steps I’ve taken for my health and mindset. The combination of neurofeedback training and counseling has brought me a level of mental clarity, calm, and a deeper sense of direction I hadn’t reached through years of exploring other self-improvement methods. It’s helped me move away from habits that weren’t serving my well-being, strengthen my confidence, and create a more consistent state of calm in daily life. Most importantly, it’s given me internal tools I can carry with me anywhere. I’m deeply grateful for the skill, insight, and care Dr. Petta brings to each session.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Sang Hee Maver 
 
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We started Neurofeedback therapy with our son a few months ago and we have been amazed at the results. He was having trouble with anxiety, sleep, and struggling in school. We have seen improvements in all 3 areas in a short amount of time. Teachers and family members have also commented on the change they see in our son. Michael and Dr. Petta are attentive and caring, thank you both!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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I have a client that was in 2 bad car accidents that ended up having brain damage. I referred her to Arizona Center for Neurofeedback. And the results were amazing, her speech and mobility drastically improved.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Deana Draper 
 
887 days ago
 
 
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Dr. Petta was a life saver for our granddaughter. I called her needing help and she jumped into action. Our granddaughter was struggling with meltdowns and outbursts at daycare/school and home. Dr. Petta worked out a treatment plan and she is 180 degree change. I never heard of Neurofeedback before but it works. My husband even goes to her to manage his Anxiety and PTSD. Would highly recommend her.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Tony Steech 
 
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I have had a great experience and results working with Dr. Petta and Michael. Since starting the neurofeedback, my profound insomnia has resolved and I have been sleeping deeply, through the night and extremely restful.  I find my ability to “respond” instead of react to external stimuli has really improved and thus has made a difference in my overall well being as an employee, co worker and family member much better.  The sessions themselves are very relaxing and I enjoy talking with Dr. Petta and Michael as a bonus! I can’t recommend enough.  Thank you
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ashley Davila 
 
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It has been a relatively short time under the care of Dr. Petta. I have had four sessions, and within the first 2, I noticed a difference in my life and mind. There was some hesitance when it came to seeking help; nonetheless, I feel that Dr. Petta's expertise has been life-changing. Their guidance and support have enhanced my performance at work and school and transformed how I approach challenges. I highly recommend Dr. Petta to anyone seeking exceptional support in achieving their goals. As for me, I wanted to become the best version of myself, but I did not have a map or clue on how to get there. Through smart goals, I have set better boundaries with my loved ones and built healthy habits for school, work, and home. I have struggled for years, but I feel more free and in control of my life with Dr. Petta.
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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