Whether you're a parent trying to navigate big emotions (yours or your child’s), an individual feeling overwhelmed or stuck, or someone simply looking for more connection and clarity—you’re in the right place.
Our approach is rooted in connection and guided by evidence-based practices. We blend playful, developmentally appropriate therapy for kids with real, compassionate support for the adults. And for the grown-ups doing their own healing work, we offer a space to slow down, be seen, and start untangling what’s getting in the way.
At Howe Counseling Co., play meets purpose—and therapy is never one-size-fits-all. We tailor each session to meet you(or your child) where you are, with curiosity, care, and just the right amount of structure.
"A man asked his gardener why his plants grew so beautifully. The gardener said, “I don’t force them to grow. I REMOVE WHAT STOPS THEM."
-unknown
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor, registered Clinical Supervisor, and longtime therapist who’s spent my entire career walking alongside children and the adults who raise them. I specialize in helping young children work through emotional and behavioral challenges at home, in school, and in everyday life — and I believe real healing happens when we support both the child and the caregiving system around them.
Who I work with:
Individuals
Parents
Children (0-10)
Areas of focus:
Child Trauma
Child behavioral and emotional challenges
Parenting Challenges
Family Conflict
Neurodivergent Children
Playful, child-centered, and deeply rooted in connection. I create spaces where all feelings are welcome, even when words are hard to find — whether that means getting on the floor, digging into the sandtray, or helping parents navigate the tough moments with confidence and compassion.
Where meaningful play meets emotionally responsive parenting, I offer a soft landing for both children and their caregivers.
I am also a mom. I get it — the quiet worries that come with parenting—the late nights, the search for answers, and the strong desire to do what’s best. Asking for support can feel challenging, and finding a professional you trust? Even harder.
At any stage of parenting, support isn’t extra—it’s essential.
My Approach
- Residential Treatment Center
- Behavior Coaching
- Department of Child Safety Specialist
- Childhelp Children's Advocacy Center
- Group Home-Clinical Coordinator
- AZ Superior Court-CPP Clinician
- Contract-Trauma Informed Classroom Trainer
- Private Practice
My experience in the field:
- Behavioral Challenges
- Childhood Trauma
- Attachment
- Grief, Loss, and Divorce
- School Training/Education
- Parent Skill Building
areas of expertise:
Jodie Howe
founder and lead therapist
Hi, I’m Cassandra — a bold, grounded therapist who believes in getting to the heart of what matters. I’m a bilingual Licensed Associate Counselor (Spanish/English), working under the supervision of Jodie Howe, LPC.
Who I work with:
Individuals
Couples
Families
Children
Teens
Areas of focus:
Trauma
Anxiety
Depression
Family conflict
Infidelity
Separation & divorce
Child behavioral and emotional challenges
People come to me when life feels heavy — whether it's a tough transition, a family challenge, or just that sense of being stuck and unsure where to turn. I’m known for being direct and focused, but always with compassion and a human touch. You won’t get distant professionalism or cookie-cutter advice here — just honest, evidence-based support that helps you (and your family) feel more clear, capable, and connected.
Life gets messy. You don’t have to face it alone — I’m here to help you move through it with purpose and clarity.
I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals, couples, and families from all walks of life. My approach is humanistic, which simply means I meet you where you are—with empathy, honesty, and no judgment. I prioritize creating a space where you feel safe, heard, and supported. I truly believe that you are the expert in your own life.
My Approach
Cassandra Johnson
associate counselor
Andreea Leka
trauma therapist, founder of Everwell
Hi, I’m Andrea Leka— trauma therapist and the founder of EverWell Counseling Center conveniently located within Howe Counseling Co. My practice is both a professional dream and a deeply personal calling. I’ve always believed in the body’s capacity to heal, and I feel genuinely honored to support people as they find their way back to themselves.
You are not broken. You are becoming.
I specialize in working with individuals navigating the lasting effects of trauma, PTSD, and complex emotional challenges. My approach blends body-based therapies like EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and other somatic modalities—because healing doesn’t just happen in the mind. It happens in our bodies, in our relationships, and in the small moments when we begin to feel safe again.
I also support clients with anxiety, depression, and a range of life stressors. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just know something needs to shift—this is a space where you don’t have to figure it all out alone.
Therapy isn’t about being “fixed.” It’s about feeling more connected, more understood, and more like yourself. If any part of that speaks to you, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.