Courtney Havelind, MS, LAC

Qualifications/Background/Experience

Courtney Havelind, M.S., LAC is a Licensed Associate Counselor who earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Phoenix and her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grand Canyon University. She graduated with honors in both programs and is a member of the Alpha Chi, Epsilon, and National Society of Leadership and Success honor societies.

Before becoming a counselor, Courtney worked as an investigator for the State of Arizona, where she investigated the abuse of vulnerable adults within the Adult Protective Services division. She has also volunteered in Children’s and Special Needs ministries, senior living facilities, and group homes for individuals with disabilities. These experiences have given her extensive exposure to individuals who have faced trauma and other life challenges.

Courtney became a Christian at a young age, and her relationship with the Lord deepened as an adult. Through her faith, she learned that “all things are possible with Christ” and lives by her favorite scripture:

“Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.’” — Matthew 19:26

She carries this belief into her counseling practice, viewing her role as a servant of God—helping those He places in her path.

Courtney provides counseling services to individuals, couples, and families, serving clients from early childhood through late adulthood. She is passionate about working with children and adults who have experienced trauma, individuals seeking emotional healing, and those desiring to strengthen their relationships. Having several military members in her family, Courtney also holds a special place in her heart for active-duty service members, veterans, and their families.


Therapeutic Approach

Courtney believes that unresolved trauma often contributes to present-day struggles. She uses a bottom-up approach, helping clients identify and heal the root causes of emotional pain. She is an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) trained therapist who works from a trauma-informed and faith-integrated perspective.

In addition to EMDR, Courtney draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and other evidence-based approaches. When working with children, she incorporates Sand Tray, Play, and Art therapies. Her ultimate goal is to help clients find peace and wholeness within themselves—and most importantly, through Christ.


More About Courtney

Courtney is married and has three children. She enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, kayaking, traveling, cooking, reading, and exploring new places.

She works under the supervision of Jennifer Cecil, M.Ed., LPC, an approved Clinical Supervisor through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners.

Courtney is available for virtual sessions and in-person appointments at the Anthem and Glendale office.
She can be reached at (714) 931-9705 or via email at

courtney@christiancounselingservicesaz.com 

Office Location

I am able to meet with clients either online via telehealth or in person at my office.