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Family Care Center Tucson Clinic

Therapy & Psychiatry in Tucson, AZ

Existing Patients

520-540-2723

New Patients

888-374-5066

Fax

520-844-6134

Tucson mental health care for all ages

The Family Care Center Tucson clinic is at 3501 E Speedway Blvd., Ste 351 in central Tucson. We’re located about 3 miles east of University of Arizona. Get directions to our clinic in Tucson, AZ.

Our Tucson, AZ clinic offers comprehensive behavioral health care tailored to your specific needs. From therapy and psychiatry to medication management, TMS treatment and more, our multidisciplinary team is here to provide the most effective, individualized outpatient mental health services for everyone in Tucson and Pima County. 

Because we accept most insurance plans, you can find an in-network therapist, psychologist or psychiatrist near you.

Tucson clinic hours

  • Monday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

Outpatient mental health therapy in Tucson, AZ

Family Care Center offers comprehensive behavioral health services for children, teens, adults, couples and families. Our multidisciplinary team includes licensed therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, psychiatric NPs/PAs, and TMS specialists under one roof. Together, they provide personalized mental health care with proven positive results.

Therapy services we offer in Tucson include:

Psychiatry services in Tucson, AZ

At Family Care Center Tucson, we provide personalized psychiatric care and medication management for patients of all ages. Our psychiatry team works alongside therapists, psychologists, and TMS specialists to ensure your treatment is coordinated, evidence-based, and built around your unique needs.

  • Adult, child, and geriatric psychiatric care
  • Evaluations, diagnoses, and medication management
  • Collaborative care teams, including psychiatrists, NPs, PAs, and TMS specialists
  • Integrated therapy and TMS in every clinic
  • 100% clinician-led care decisions based solely on what’s best for you


Get compassionate, comprehensive psychiatry services right here in Tucson. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.

Your Tucson, AZ TMS specialists

When therapy and medication aren’t enough, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can be a life-changing solution. It’s a non-invasive, safe and effective treatment for depression, OCD and more. Plus, it’s covered by most major insurance and is done on an outpatient basis, right here in Tucson.

  • Reduce medications and symptoms safely
  • Covered by most major insurance
  • No downtime from work or social activities
  • Approximately 90% see significant improvement in depression

Our TMS experts set the standard for TMS care in Tucson. Contact us today to see if TMS treatment is appropriate for you.

Tucson mental health IOP

Begin your breakthrough in a structured and supportive small-group environment designed to enhance mental well-being and foster resilience. Family Care Center’s Tucson IOP offers a comprehensive treatment approach, delivering more intensive care than routine appointments without the constraints of inpatient care.

IOP details 

  • Meet for three hours, four days a week, for five or six weeks  
  • New members are welcomed weekly 
  • Small group sizes, no larger than 10 
  • Programs matched to your individual circumstances to ensure maximum benefit

Please note, this is not a substance abuse program.

Meet our Tucson, AZ therapists, psychiatrists & providers

Clinical Leadership

Stephanie Marks, Clinic Director - PMHNP at Tucson, Arizona

Dr. Stephanie Marks, DNP

Clinic Director - PMHNP

My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where you and yours feel heard and empowered to develop lifelong psychological wellness.

Stephanie Cota, Community Engagement Liaison - Clinic Administrator at Tucson, Arizona

Stephanie Cota, MPA

Community Engagement Liaison - Clinic Administrator

As a dedicated Clinic Administrator in behavioral health, I am passionate about creating a supportive, compassionate environment for both patients and staff.

Psychiatrists & Medication Management Team

Our team of psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and physician assistants work closely with therapists, psychologists, and other specialists to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care.

John Leipsic, Psychiatrist at Tucson, Arizona

John Leipsic, MD, DFAACAP, DABPN

Psychiatrist

I am a child/family/adult psychiatrist with over 30 years of experience in a variety of treatment settings. I became a psychiatrist with the knowledge and understanding that emotional pain can be as intense and distressing as physical pain.

Lori Popeski, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) at Tucson, Arizona

Lori Popeski, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in mental health care in a variety of settings. I specialize in the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety, psychotic disorders, trauma, substance use disorders, and perinatal mental health.

Denise Garnes, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - TMS Clinical Lead at Tucson, Arizona

Denise Garnes, DNP, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - TMS Clinical Lead

As a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I approach mental health care with the belief that healing is a whole-person journey–one that includes the mind, body, and spirit. I value taking the time to truly listen and understand each individual’s story, creating care that feels supportive, respectful, and grounded.

Therapists & Psychologists

Our compassionate therapists and counselors are dedicated to helping you overcome anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and other emotional struggles.

Alanna Boyd, Clinical Therapist at Tucson, Arizona

Alanna Boyd, LPC

Clinical Therapist

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 16 years of experience. I am passionate about helping individuals from marginalized communities–including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and disabled individuals–navigate life’s challenges. I deeply believe that we all have the capacity to rise up and discover resilient versions of ourselves.

Family Care Center provider

Alexis Cortez, LPC

Clinical Therapist

I am a compassionate, client-centered LPC helping ages 12-65 navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, family challenges, and stress using CBT, DBT, and EMDR.

Lakeisha Johnson Ganster, Clinical Therapist at Tucson, Arizona

Lakeisha Johnson Ganster, LPC

Clinical Therapist

Peace be the journey! I offer a safe, supportive space to heal, grow, and rebuild.

Karen Lukinbeal, Clinical Therapist at Tucson, Arizona

Karen Lukinbeal, LPC

Clinical Therapist

I see you even when you think you are invisible to others. I use an eclectic approach, following your lead and utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities, including, but not limited to, CBT, ACT, and SFBT.

Shawna McKee, Clinical Therapist at Tucson, Arizona

Shawna McKee, LPC

Clinical Therapist

Play is the language of children, and it’s how they make sense of what they know and what they’ve experienced. Through play therapy, I help children process their experiences, build resilience, and strengthen emotional regulation and connection.

Frank Pallavicini, Clinical Therapist at Tucson, Arizona

Frank Pallavicini, LPC

Clinical Therapist

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience in the field of behavioral health. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Bethany Riley, Clinical Therapist at Tucson, Arizona

Bethany Riley, LCSW

Clinical Therapist

As a LCSW, my role as a therapist is to listen, provide support, compassion, empathy, and give guidance /feedback when necessary or wanted to better help you reach your fullest potential and/or increase your overall life satisfaction.

Katelynn Wychulis, Clinical Therapist at Tucson, Arizona

Katelynn Wychulis, LPC

Clinical Therapist

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I understand how challenging life can be, and I am deeply committed to supporting children, adolescents, and families through those difficulties.

Family Care Center provider

Nancy Franklin-Hicks, LCSW

IOP Clinical Therapist

As an LCSW, I help individuals heal from trauma, navigate relationships, and manage life transitions using CBT, DBT, EMDR, and parts work.

Necoe Otto-Parkinson, Psychologist at Tucson, Arizona

Necoe Otto-Parkinson, Ph.D.

Psychologist

Welcome! As a licensed psychologist with over twenty years of experience helping children, adolescents, adults and seniors, I hope to help you with whatever is affecting you, your child, or family.

TMS Technicians & More

You are supported throughout your TMS journey by our compassionate TMS Technicians, who work side-by-side with our psychiatrists to ensure your TMS care has the best possible outcomes.

Cree Ruelas, TMS Technician at Tucson, Arizona

Cree Ruelas

TMS Technician

As a TMS technician, I believe in what I do. I have seen the change in people, and love walking side by side with someone as they minimize their depression and anxiety.

Judith Valencia, TMS Technician at Tucson, Arizona

Judith Valencia

TMS Technician

As a TMS technician, I strive to empower people in their commitment to an alternative therapy. I’m enthusiastic about celebrating their accomplishments and supporting them in overcoming challenges.

Family Care Center provider

Lauren Tackett

IOP Technician

Get started with care

Taking the first step on your mental health journey is easier than you might think.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, Family Care Center in Tucson is accepting new patients for therapy, counseling, psychiatry, medication management and TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation). Our therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists and psychiatric advanced practice providers deliver expert mental health care to support your unique needs. To schedule your first appointment, call us at 888-374-5066 or make an appointment online to get started today.

Family Care Center in Tucson accepts most major health insurance plans in Arizona for therapy, psychiatry, medication management and TMS. We also offer flexible self-pay options and accept HSA/FSA accounts. For patients with out-of-network insurance, we provide documentation to help you seek reimbursement.

Our therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists and psychiatric advanced practice providers in Tucson provide mental health care for individuals of all ages, including children, teens, adults and seniors. We also offer services for families, couples, marriages and groups. Our team includes specialists in child play therapy, child psychiatry and geriatric psychiatry to ensure personalized care for every stage of life.

At Family Care Center in Tucson, we specialize in evidence-based mental health therapy and counseling services tailored to your individual needs. We offer individual therapy (psychotherapy), couples and marriage counseling, child play therapy, teen therapy and family counseling. Our treatment options include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), neurofeedback, interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), psychodynamic therapy and more.

Yes, Family Care Center in Tucson offers both in-person therapy and psychiatry appointments at our clinics, as well as secure virtual telehealth sessions. Our flexible options ensure you can access professional mental health care, including counseling and medication management, in a way that fits your schedule and preferences. TMS appointments are offered in-person only at our convenient Tucson TMS location.

At Family Care Center in Tucson, your first appointment for therapy, psychiatry, counseling or TMS begins with a comprehensive mental health assessment. Our licensed therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists and psychiatric advanced practice providers will work with you to understand your needs and goals, creating a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique circumstances. Whether you’re seeking therapy for anxiety, depression, or medication management, this session sets the foundation for your mental health care journey.

Most insurance plans accepted in Arizona

We’re in-network with most Arizona health insurance plans and accept VA benefits, out-of-network and self-pay patients. 

If you have any concerns or specific questions about Family Care Center insurance coverage, please give us a call at 720-792-9490, and our team will discuss options with you & your family.

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