McGillicuddy, Joan

Founded in 1982, Helping Associates, also known as HAI, is a private counseling firm that provides services to individuals, groups and families throughout Pinal County, Ariz. It has earned the Gold Seal of Approval by the nationally distinguished Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO).The firm assists with problems, such as aggressive behavior, excessive display of anger, depression, withdrawn, truancy, running away and substance abuse. Helping Associates also assists individuals with disorders of overeating, anorexia and bulimia. It conducts classes on life skills that include self-awareness, communication and assertiveness, relationships, conflict resolution and parent skills training. The firm additionally offers stress management and psychiatric services. Helping Associates is located in Casa Grande, Ariz.