Best Child Psychologist Tucson Near Me

4worldlovers:
I am Dr. Savannah Wright, a licensed psychologist in Tucson, AZ. I offer therapy and psychological evaluation services for children, teens, and young adults. Through therapy, I help children understand their big emotions and how to navigate through emotional reactions in more helpful, positive ways. I also help guide teens through their challenging teenage years that may be further impacted by mental health struggles, such as anxiety and depression. With young adults, I help them navigate through new life changes (college, the workforce, moving out, etc.). My overall goal is for my clients and families to see and experience positive change in the home and school environments.

4worldlovers:
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Dr. Sammons and Dr. Kautz are psychologists serving individuals age 3 to young adults. We work closely with parents, educators, and physicians to accurately diagnose and effectively treat children and adolescents with learning, developmental, and behavior difficulties. As licensed psychologists with a background in school psychology, we are uniquely trained to provide a variety of services for children and adolescents, with an emphasis on learning and behavioral supports.

4worldlovers:
In a world of rushed, “drive-by” assessment, I take the time necessary to identify how all the puzzle pieces relating to your problems fit together. I go to a unique degree of depth, allowing our work to not only resolve your current problems, but to prepare you to handle future issues. I provide high quality assessment, consultation, and treatment to children (ages 6 & up) and adults.


If you live outside of the Tucson area, outside of Arizona, or outside the US, you can be served in the comfort of your home. Out-of-town clients preferring face-to-face work often come for a series of days we can block off.

My Commitment to You: For over 20 years, my commitment remains helping you – or your child – by using only the most effective assessment tools, as I specialize in providing user-friendly “x-ray” assessments.


Get to know me better: Read one of my over 250 “Good to Great” blogs. My blog 10 Character Flaws that Derail Even Good People has been read by over 160,000 people. See the unique training I have earned.

Seasoned & Proven Expert: I am a PhD expert whose expertise is proven by my 20 year track record of research publications and testifying in courts of law.

Beyond Generic Diagnosis: I ensure you grasp the key factors affecting your functioning, rather than simply diagnosing conditions. See my blog discussing a common misdiagnosis to understand my approach.

Fully individualized: I thoroughly customize my approach to fit the needs of each situation.

Avoid “personality typology astrology”: I weave together information to go far beyond shallow or “fluffy” personality tests.


Diligent detective: I investigate your situation by using innovative methods, such as interviewing those who know the person I will be evaluating to get a 360 degree view.

Dr. Brunner is one of the best minds Tucson has to offer when it comes to seeing and treating patients as whole persons. An incredibly empathetic and competent mental health professional, I would describe him as an ethical perfectionist that only takes steps and makes recommendations first and foremost with the well-being of the people and families he serves. His level of competency is the best our community has to offer, and Tucson is thankful for having him as a part of our clinical community.

"When our son started struggling in school, we sought help from a number of sources including school counselors, therapists, psychologists, and sports psychologists. None of them were able to pinpoint the problem. Then we found Tom Brunner. He took the time and applied the resources necessary to correctly diagnose out son's ADHD and get him help. Kudos to Dr. Brunner and his caring associate , Denice. We were up against the wall, and they helped turn that wall into a doorway that lead to possibilities."

"I reached out to Dr. Brunner for an evaluation to determine the best course of action in regards to treatment. He was cordial, professional, and met my expectations of a clinician. It appeared that he cared about me and the outcome. He was also very transparent when it came to expectations from both sides of the table, and pricing since I was paying without insurance. I would recommend him to anyone, and I would absolutely return in the future."

"Where do I start. Dr. Brunner is thoughtful, kind, generous with his time, engaged with your child. And most importantly treats your child as they need to be treated while being utterly transparent through the process. My child would not be where she is today... a college graduate that knows where she’s wants to go or at least has a strong idea of how to get there. Thank you Dr Brunner and Denise!"

"There aren't enough stars to express the gratitude my family feels about the services provided us over the years by Dr. Brunner. His evaluation of my son was thorough and multifaceted; he left no stone unturned as he identified the issues and set goals to overcome them, then diligently worked with my son, and our family, to meet those goals."

All three of my children have had visits with Dr. Brunner over the years. I cannot begin to say what life would look like without his diagnosis and counseling. My children know that Dr. B is a phone call away and that they can come back to treatment at anytime... we would not recommend anyone else!

4worldlovers: Ten years ago a two-person team started a small Tucson practice. Now the expanded team offers over 7,000 hours of service to Southern Arizona each year. How did Intuition Wellness sprout and grow?

Redefining pediatric wellbeing and collaborative care in Southern Arizona. Team members will work together to support you and your family in thriving!

Get the time you deserve, a thorough assessment and a team that works to understand all facets of your unique child and family.

Feel connected to your child’s provider— someone who recognizes potential and tailors their approach to your specific strengths, concerns and values.

4worldlovers:
You have the strengths to make the changes you want in your life. I am here to guide you to embrace your strengths, utilize new skills, and grow as an individual. Everyone experiences challenges and stress in their lives. We will work together to overcome these challenges.

I understand that most people are hesitant to seek therapy. Therefore, I strive to provide a safe and positive environment because our therapeutic relationship is of the utmost importance. Additionally, I use evidenced based techniques that are proven to be successful with most presenting problems. I tailor my approach based on your unique needs and goals. If you do not see positive change in the first few sessions we will reevaluate our treatment plan.

4worldlovers: Have you ever been driving down a winding road, unsure of where it would lead you? Would it lead you to a breathtaking view, or a dead end? Well, life resembles that winding road – you’re cruising along, and you aren’t quite sure where life will take you next.

“Never let a stumble in the road be the end of your journey.”

There is a sense of clarity you can obtain when discussing your life with a counselor or therapist. Perhaps your life is riding along smoothly, but you feel like you can do more. Maybe you have reached a bump in the road that you need help overcoming. For either of these scenarios, Thriveworks Tucson (East) has someone that can lead you in the right direction. At Thriveworks Tucson (East), we want to help you on your journey through life, either in in-person counseling or online counseling therapy.

Those who choose to pursue counseling or coaching can come from many seasons of life. If you are seeking counseling, the reason may be very serious or traumatic, or it may be simply seeking career or life coaching. Whatever you are experiencing, Thriveworks Tucson (East) has a provider that can help you through this journey. Life can be busy with work, children, a social life, leaving time for yourself to be placed on the backburner. When you lose focus of yourself, problems that arise can go unnoticed—until they pile up to a point where you feel ready to crack. When you connect with a provider from Thriveworks Tucson (East), we can help you diagnose the problems you are facing.

The reasons individuals, couples, and/or families seek therapy or counseling vary from situation to situation. Whether it be a mental health issue or you are seeking a pause button in your week to regroup, we have a provider to help. Counseling can help anyone of any age. Thriveworks Tucson (East) has providers that can meet the needs of whoever is in search of assistance. No two people are exactly alike. We can pair you with a counselor or therapist that has experience in dealing with whatever you are feeling.

Maybe it is not you that you are seeking counseling for – perhaps your child or your spouse are experiencing a challenging time. It is hard to see someone you love struggle. Maybe you can’t force them to get help, but you can provide them with helpful resources. Remember to love yourself first, in order to be the best support system you can be. Often, caring for yourself involves seeking outside support. We can offer you this support.

Choose Thriveworks Tucson (East), and Take the First Step Toward Healing

The therapists, counselors, and life coaches at Thriveworks Tucson (East) want to help you understand why you aren’t achieving greater success, health, or happiness. If you are struggling with a mental illness, relationship issues, a career change, or another challenge, consider reaching out to Thriveworks Tucson (East). We are ready and eager to step in and make a difference.