Care that is steady, thoughtful, and human.
At Wild Ember Psychiatry & Therapy, we believe meaningful mental health care begins with listening. We offer psychiatric and therapeutic services designed to support the whole person — emotionally, physically, and relationally — with care that is paced, intentional, and responsive over time.
Our approach prioritizes trust, collaboration, and care that evolves as life changes.
Why Wild Ember
An ember is what remains after the fire has burned: a quiet source of warmth and continuity. It carries what came before and holds the possibility of what comes next.
At Wild Ember, we see healing in the same way: steady, resilient, and built over time.
Our Services
Psychiatric Evaluations & Medication Management
Evidence-based psychiatric care with a conservative, individualized approach to medication and ongoing treatment planning.
Therapy Services
Individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults addressing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and life transitions.
Functional Psychiatry
Whole-person care that integrates lifestyle factors, sleep, nutrition, supplements, and nervous system regulation alongside traditional psychiatric treatment.
Equine-Assisted Therapy
Experiential, body-based therapeutic work offered through community partnerships to support regulation, connection, and healing beyond words.
Who We Support
We work with individuals and families seeking care that is collaborative, grounded, and respectful, including:
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Children and adolescents
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Specialty-informed support for children impacted by PANS/PANDAS including collaboration with one of Arizona's PANS/PANDAS specialist when appropriate
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Adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, and life transitions
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Families seeking coordinated, thoughtful care
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Veterans and members of the law enforcement community, recognizing the unique stressors, exposures, and transitions that accompany service
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Individuals looking for care that honors complexity without rushing solutions
Our Approach
Healing is not about erasing what has been — it is about learning how to move forward with care and intention. At Wild Ember, treatment is paced, collaborative, and responsive to the individual rather than driven by timelines or pressure.
Our approach emphasizes:
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Conservative, thoughtful treatment planning
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Collaboration with therapists, families, schools, and other providers when appropriate
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Nervous system–informed care
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Respect for lived experience, values, and personal goals
Care is designed to evolve over time, adjusting as needs change.
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Care for veterans and law enforcement is approached with respect for lived experience, attention to nervous system regulation, and an understanding of how service-related stress can show up over time.
Meet the Founders
Ashleigh McDonnell, PMHNP-BC
Founder & Owner | Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Ashleigh’s work is grounded in presence, collaboration, and thoughtful clinical care. She approaches treatment with an emphasis on safety, trust, and long-term support through life’s transitions, offering care that is paced, intentional, and responsive over time.
Marc McDonnell
Co-Founder & Owner
Marc supports the vision and operations of Wild Ember, helping ensure the practice remains values-driven, sustainable, and rooted in community.
Insurance & Access
Wild Ember Psychiatry & Therapy is in-network with United Healthcare, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and TRICARE.
Self-pay options are also available.
How We Meet
In-person appointments are available at our Queen Creek and North Phoenix location.
Virtual appointments are available throughout Arizona.
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