Be balanced, energized, and understood.
Concierge mental‑health care for those who want answers— not guesswork.
Our approach
You’ve tried "quick‑fix" appointments, one‑size‑fits‑all pills, and advice that felt copied from a handout. Desert Foothills Mental Health is different. We take time to hear your story, run the labs that matter, and craft a plan that treats *you*—body, mind, and hormones—so you can get back to living, leading, and laughing
Why Desert Foothills
Whole‑Person Focus: Mind, body, and hormones in one collaborative plan.
Evidence‑Informed Therapies: From FDA‑cleared ADHD testing to NAD therapy.
Concierge Ease: Easy scheduling, direct messaging, transparent pricing.
“Every woman deserves a care team that treats her symptoms as signals—not annoyances to be silenced. I founded Desert Foothills to provide the partnership I once searched for myself.”
Our services
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Integrative Psychiatry
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ADHD Testing
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Medication Management
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Telehealth Appointments
Melina J., - Phoenix, AZ
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Sonya has been monumental in my journey to wellness. She has been my psychiatrist for almost two years. I have never had a provider who not only validated my mental health but listened to my concerns and adjusted my care plan accordingly, like her. She has truly set the bar for the level of care I expect in other physicians. I was so happy with her that I tracked her down from her last practice to resume my care because I just knew no one would take me as serious as her. She gives wonderful suggestions, she even connected me with my current therapist and countless other beneficial wellness programs. Sonya, if you’re reading this, I wouldn’t be as far in my journey without you and I appreciate you being a pillar in my success!
Sarah H., Tempe, AZ
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I have been seeing Sonya Riske for a few months now and she has greatly improved the quality of my life. Her treatment approach is holistic and thoughtful, she took the time to assess me and my individual needs and provided me with many ways to change daily habits to improve my mental health. She also allowed me the option to take a medication but did not put any pressure on the idea. She is excellent at her job and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a thorough and thoughtful provider.
Melissa S., Ahwatukee, AZ
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I am always raving about Sonya and am beyond grateful to have found her! I found her through Zocdoc when I first moved here about 9 months ago and have since referred many friends to her who have felt just the same way!
Sonya brings that warm, familial feeling that I feel is harder and harder to find. What I really appreciate is that she is always super present in our visits and takes her time. It's clear that she genuinely cares. On top of that, she is super informed and up-to-date in the field, but doesn't ever pretend to know about things that she doesn't. She is also the most responsive provider I have ever had! You can just send her a text and she gets back within a couple of hours. She even texts the day before to remind you of your appointment - (not the standard, automatic reminder text - it's her!)
I really trust Sonya - she has provided me tremendous comfort and I could not recommend her more!
Your Path to Care
3 Simple Steps
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Complete the appointment request form and we will be in touch ASAP to find a good time to meet with you to determine if we are a good fit for each other.
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We will complete an initial psychiatric evaluation where you share your story, complete targeted labs, and receive objective testing (like QbTest for ADHD) so we see the full picture. The initial evaluation is typically 60 - 90 minutes in length.
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Walk away with a clear roadmap and direct‑message access to your provider between visits. We will continue with follow-up appointments based on your personalized treatment plan.
Concerns We Commonly Treat
Mind
Depression & dysthymia
Generalized & social anxiety
Adult ADHD & focus challenges
Body
Sleep disruption & fatigue
Thyroid & cortisol imbalance
Hormone-related mood shifts
(PMDD, Perimenopause)
Life
Burnout & chronic stress
Career or caregiver overwhelm
Life-transition support
Not sure where you fit? Reach out—this is where the personalized plan comes in. We work with you to identify the core issues and treat you as a whole person, not just the symptoms.