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When people think of therapy, they often picture themselves talking to a counselor while lying on a couch in an office. While this type of talk therapy can be effective, some people prefer other methods. EMDR therapy in Gilbert, AZ, is an option for those dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, and other issues. Though different from traditional modalities, many patients reshape their lives and reclaim their well-being with the help of EMDR therapist Christy Maxey. If you have difficulty expressing your thoughts and feelings verbally, EMDR therapy could be a helpful alternative.
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Every person grows and learns in different ways. To that point, every counselor or guide has their own techniques and exercises to help clients. Not every method is effective for everyone, but with the right guidance, you can defeat your inner demons and recapture your life. That's where Christy Maxey thrives.
Christy is a trauma EMDR coach dedicated to empowering people with the knowledge of true self-love. She aims to help men and women overcome negative self-talk and patterns and finally live the fulfilling life they deserve. Christy has a special focus on supporting women who experience anxiety, depression, lack of self-trust, people-pleasing, and feelings of inadequacy. Additionally, she's an expert in helping men who are navigating anger, stress, and relationship challenges.
If you have received help from therapists and life coaches in the past but find yourself falling back into the same patterns as before, know that you're not alone. The simple truth could be that whatever problem you were trying to face was left unresolved.
Essentially, you cut the top of the weed, but you didn't pull out the entire root. In a sense, you put a band-aid on a serious wound when you needed more comprehensive, specialized treatment. Unlike many life coaches, Christy Maxey aims to solve the root cause of your mental and physical symptoms. By addressing the cause of your issues, you can reclaim your life and move forward without the baggage you've carried for so long. Take it from us - it's an incredible feeling!
Some of the most common problems that Christy helps solve for patients include:
- Difficulty Dealing with the Emotional Content at the Center of Their Problems
- A Lack of Resistance to and Awareness of "What Is"
- Fear and Uncertainty About Making Changes
- Fear of Getting Compassionate Help and Guidance
- Believing False Narratives Associated with Past Traumas and Experiences
What is EMDR Therapy in Gilbert, AZ?
EMDR, which stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a technique that assists people in recovering from the effects of distressing life experiences, such as emotional distress and symptoms.
Created by psychologist Dr. Francine Shapiro in 1987 as a treatment method for post-traumatic stress disorder, EMDR is an evidence-based treatment approach that provides both trauma-informed treatment and treatment protocol. Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR employs bilateral stimulation to replicate the Rapid Eye Movement (REM) phase of sleep. In fact, EMDR treatments have shown that the mind can heal from psychological trauma faster than traditional talk therapy.
Traumatic events often lead to negative beliefs and emotions, such as shame, anger, and sadness. EMDR enables your brain to reprocess such events, promoting healing, well-being, and positivity in patients.
If you're wondering whether or not EMDR treatment from Christy Maxey might be a good choice for you and your family, ask yourself these questions:
- Do You Feel Stuck in Your Life?
- Do You Find Yourself Stuck Feeling the Same Types of Fear, Sadness, or Anxiety?
- Have You Grown Accustomed to a Negative Inner Critic?
- Do You Feel Stuck with Feelings of Shame from Past Mistakes or Traumas?
- Are You Always Repeating the Same Patterns in Relationships? Too Nice, Too Accepting, Avoidant, Easy to Get Triggered, Etc.?
- Is Your Brain Full of Self-Doubt and Harmful Self-Talk?
How Does EMDR Therapy Work?
Once it's agreed that EMDR therapy is suitable for you, your initial sessions involve discussing your goals and enhancing your ability to cope with stress. In the following phases of EMDR therapy, you concentrate on a specific event or focus on a negative image, belief, emotion, or bodily sensation related to the event. You then focus on a positive belief indicating that the issue has been resolved.
While you're focused on the upsetting event, Christy begins sets of side-to-side eye movements, sounds, or taps. After each set, you are guided to observe what comes to mind. Shifts in insight or changes in images, feelings, or beliefs about the event may occur. It should be noted that you can stop therapy at any moment if necessary. The sets of eye movements, sounds, or taps will be repeated until distress caused by the event decreases. EMDR therapy can be used as a standalone treatment or in conjunction with other forms of therapy offered through the Maxx Method.
To help paint you a picture of how EMDR therapy works, think of it like a cast for a broken bone. Unlike other forms of therapy, however, EMDR can be more uncomfortable than traditional treatments. It's important to be ready for possible emotional exhaustion afterward. To cope, you can create a relaxing playlist and plan some activities to unwind. Once the sessions are finished, take some time to recharge and decompress.
Who Should Use EMDR Therapy in Gilbert, AZ?
EMDR therapy is something anyone can benefit from. It's not only reserved for people with extreme experiences or traumas. Even mild cases of anxiety and depression can be treated by a trained EMDR coach like Christy Maxey. When you remember something that reminds you of a bad experience, your body might react like it's in danger, even if it's not. This is a normal reaction, but if it keeps happening, it can make you feel really stressed out. With EMDR, you can heal and learn new ways to cope without having to talk about exactly what happened. This can help you feel better and live your life without over-worrying and ruminating on negativity.
If you're one of the many people who have experienced lackluster results from one or more EMDR sessions, it's crucial that you do not give up hope. In fact, many men and women come to Christy Maxey having had poor EMDR experiences. Thankfully, they soon realize how impactful and fulfilling the therapy can be for trauma. That's especially true when combined with other therapies like Inner Child Healing and Guided Visualization. Of course, EMDR therapy in Gilbert, AZ, isn't the best choice for every patient - after all, every person is different and responds to therapies in different ways.
To truly discover if EMDR therapy is the right choice for your mind and body, contact Christy ASAP to schedule your initial consultation. That way, you and Christy can get to know each other better and discover the best ways to promote long-term healing and well-being. With that said, patients choose EMDR treatments for many reasons. Some of the most common reasons for using EMDR therapy include the following:
- Panic Attacks and Anxiety
- PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome)
- Eating Disorders like Bulimia, Anorexia, and More
- Trauma from Abuse and Violence
- Abusive or Violent Relationships
- Rest and Sleep Problems
- Social Anxiety
- Depression
- Childhood Trauma and Abuse
- Anger and Sadness
- Fear of Speaking in Public
- Betrayal and Grief
The Life-Changing Benefits of EMDR Therapy
Though EMDR therapy is more popular than ever, many people are still unaware of its benefits and how life-changing the therapy can be for people who are stuck. If that sounds like you, keep these benefits in mind as you continue to research this amazing therapy choice.
Triumph Over Trauma
Recovering from a traumatic experience can be extremely challenging, but EMDR therapy can provide a solution. Trauma can create triggers that make you feel like you're experiencing the event all over again. EMDR can help reorganize the thoughts, feelings, and experiences associated with the trauma so that you no longer feel controlled by it. While the effects of trauma may never completely disappear, EMDR can significantly reduce its impact on your life and enable you to live in the present without constantly reliving the past.
Enhance Your Mental Fortitude
Achieving personal growth involves accepting one's identity, building self-esteem, and understanding the internal narratives that shape our daily experiences. EMDR and guided therapeutic processing can help create a peaceful, efficient, and confident setting for individuals to accept their past and move forward. This therapeutic process empowers individuals, providing them with the strength and courage to confront any obstacle that impedes their well-being.
Reshape Your Life
During EMDR therapy sessions, traumatic events are broken down, enabling patients to gain a different perspective on negative events. This altered view can be as life-changing as the traumatic event itself, giving individuals greater control over how they adapt to the effects of trauma.
Overcome Circular Thinking
If you struggle with circular thinking patterns related to anxiety disorders, phobias, or generalized anxiety, EMDR therapy may be helpful. EMDR can assist you in overcoming these thought spirals by teaching you how to deal with your fears and worries without becoming overwhelmed by anxiety.
Understanding the Phases of EMDR Therapy in Gilbert, AZ
According to the EMDR Institute, there are eight phases in traditional EMDR treatment:
The EMDR Institute has identified eight phases of EMDR therapy. These are:
- History and Treatment Planning
- Preparation
- Assessment
- Desensitization
- Installation
- Body scan
- Closure
- Reevaluation
History and Treatment Planning
During the initial stage of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Christy will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of your medical and emotional history and create a treatment plan. This stage involves discussing the particular issue that led you to seek therapy. You'll also identify behaviors and symptoms associated with the issues you're facing. Based on this information, Christy will develop a personalized treatment plan that outlines the goals to be addressed using EMDR therapy in Gilbert, AZ:
- The Traumas or Events Causing Issues
- Present-Day Problems and Traumas Causing Distress
- Healthy Behaviors and Skills Needed for Long-Term Well-Being
Preparation
During this phase, Christy will explain the theory of EMDR, how it is applied, and what you can expect during and after treatment. Christy will then teach you several techniques for relaxation so that you have the tools to calm down in the event of emotional disturbance.
One of the biggest goals of this first phase is to establish trust between you and your EMDR coach. While you don't have to go into great detail about disturbing memories, if you don't trust your therapist, you may not accurately report what is felt and what changes you are or aren't experiencing. If your goal is to please the therapist and say you feel better when you really aren't, no therapy in the world will resolve your trauma.
Assessment
In this phase, you will be prompted to access each target in a controlled manner so it can be effectively processed. Processing does not mean talking about it. From there, Christy identifies different parts of the target to be processed. The first step is for you to select a specific image or mental picture from the target event (identified during Phase One) that best represents the memory.
You then choose a positive statement that you would like to believe. The statement should have an internal sense of control, such as "I am valuable/lovable/a good person/in control" or "I can achieve success." In some cases, when the primary emotion is fear, such as after a natural disaster, the negative thought could be "I am in danger," and the positive thought could be "I am safe now." "I am in danger" is considered a negative thought because fear is no longer necessary, but it is still present in the nervous system. The positive thought should reflect what is appropriate in the present moment.
During this phase, you will also identify negative emotions like anger or fear and physical sensations that you associate with trauma.
Desensitization
This phase of EMDR therapy in Gilbert, AZ, hones in on the disturbing sensations and emotions associated with your trauma and the ways that you respond to it. In doing so, patients often resolve similar events as well. The goal of this phase is to use sounds, taps, or eye movements with shifting focus until your subjective disturbance levels are lowered.
Installation
The goal here is to concentrate on the positive belief that you have identified to replace your negative belief(s). For example, you may have suffered child abuse in your younger years and hold the negative belief that you are powerless. Christy will help strengthen and install positive cognitions that reinforce the fact that you are in control, not the negative thoughts and emotions keeping you stuck.
Body Scan
Research into EMDR sessions indicates that physical responses to unresolved thoughts are common. After your positive cognition is fortified and installed, Christy will ask that you bring the original target event to the forefront of your mind. If she notices any additional body tension, those physical sensations are reprocessed. If you do not have any body tension or symptoms present when your original target event is brought up, your EMDR session is considered successful.
Closure
Typical EMDR sessions end with closure and a debriefing on what you can expect between your current and subsequent EMDR sessions. If necessary, Christy will provide calming techniques that you can use outside of therapy. This part of the EMDR process ensures that you leave Christy's office feeling better than you did at the beginning of the session.
Reevaluation
This phase gives Christy insight into any other treatment plans that may be necessary for your healing and well-being. Like any type of sound therapy, reevaluation is critical in determining the success of your EMDR treatment over a period of time.
Reshape Your Life with EMDR Therapy from Christy Maxey
Regardless of the events and trauma keeping you stuck, EMDR might be a viable solution for reclaiming your life. Christy Maxey provides patients with the safe space needed to do so. If you're ready to let go of past or present traumas and reclaim your love of life, EMDR therapy could be the first step on your healing journey. Contact our office today to learn more about the Maxx Method, EMDR therapy in Gilbert, AZ, EMDR online, and how Christy Maxey can help you defeat the inner demons holding you back.
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Gilbert 7th grader turning unique crocheting talent into successful business
Jason Barryhttps://www.azfamily.com/2023/08/10/gilbert-7th-grader-turning-unique-crocheting-talent-into-successful-business/
GILBERT, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) — A lot of kids play video games or watch movies with friends. Jacob Morcos has a passion for pets that he makes out of yarn. “If I come home from school and I’ve finished my homework in class, I’ll come home and crochet,” said Morcos, who lives in Gilbert. “If I have to clean my room, I would clean it, then do my crochet.”A few months ago, the 11-year-old got a crash course in crochet from his grandmother, who taught him about loops and interlocking stitching. M...
GILBERT, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) — A lot of kids play video games or watch movies with friends. Jacob Morcos has a passion for pets that he makes out of yarn. “If I come home from school and I’ve finished my homework in class, I’ll come home and crochet,” said Morcos, who lives in Gilbert. “If I have to clean my room, I would clean it, then do my crochet.”
A few months ago, the 11-year-old got a crash course in crochet from his grandmother, who taught him about loops and interlocking stitching. Morcos has been hooked ever since. “My mom taught him the first stitch, and he just sat in front of the computer and started googling all kinds of stuff,” said Mariam Awad, Jacob’s mother. “He figured it out.”
Mom was so impressed by her son’s work that she posted a few photos of his animals on social media. That’s when things got a little crazy. Dozens and dozens of people have been reaching out, wanting to buy one of the crochet creations. “I started getting comments like, can I order this? Can I order that?” said Morcos. “I am like, you know what, that’s a great idea, maybe I’ll start selling and then I started selling.”
More than 80 orders have come in so far, with each of Morcos’ masterpiece’s selling for $10 to $25. The problem now is the seventh-grader doesn’t have the time to keep up. Each animal takes a few hours to a few days to make. The full-time student, who loves math and karate, isn’t ready to give up his dream of becoming an anesthesiologist, but he definitely wants to keep his hobby going.
Customers must be patient if they want a handmade crochet animal. “School comes first,” said Awad. “I’ve pretty much told everyone that if you are ordering something, don’t expect it in a week because he is in school. So everyone understands, saying, ‘We just want him to get work done and whenever it’s ready, we can pick it up.’”
For more information on the crochet creations email jcmcrochetcreations@gmail.com
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Gilbert approves $1 billion, 311-acre The Ranch mixed-use project
AZREhttps://azbigmedia.com/real-estate/gilbert-approves-1-billion-311-acre-the-ranch-mixed-use-project/
August 1, 2023The boutique commercial real estate company IndiCap, who specializes in industrial investment and development in Arizona along with Colmena Group, a real estate development and investment company headquartered in Salt Lake City, and Arizona-based Langley Properties announced today, after a near ...
August 1, 2023
The boutique commercial real estate company IndiCap, who specializes in industrial investment and development in Arizona along with Colmena Group, a real estate development and investment company headquartered in Salt Lake City, and Arizona-based Langley Properties announced today, after a near 18 month negotiation with both the town of Gilbert and their neighbors, that the groundbreaking project has received approval on its zoning request and general plan amendment revisions, which clears the way for development of The Ranch.
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The groundbreaking 311-acre mixed-use project, located on the west side of Power Road between Elliot and Warner Roads directly off the 202 Freeway, will be the first mixed-use development of its kind to be built in Gilbert, a growing suburb of Phoenix. At build out, the project will be valued at more than $1 billion.
"We are incredibly excited and grateful for the Town of Gilbert's zoning approval, which solidifies our vision for this groundbreaking project," said Todd Ostransky, Regional Vice President of Development for Indicap. "This development will not only serve as an economic catalyst, but also as a testament to our dedication in creating a sustainable and vibrant destination that meets the evolving needs of the Gilbert community."
The Ranch in Gilbert will include multiple product types including industrial, residential, commercial, and retail. The plan also calls for more than 16 acres of green space.
Specifically, the project will include:
• The Ranch – 221 acres of light Industrial with the potential of 3 million square feet of mid-bay and cross dock industrial buildings.
• Shops at the Ranch – General Commercial consisting of 39 acres that will include multiple types of commercial, including restaurants, drive thru (QSR), storage, convenient stores, small office, fitness center, small grocer, dental office, etc.
• Residences at the Ranch – an innovative and vibrant development of residential and commercial uses that will create live-work-play opportunities in the community surrounding Morrison Ranch. The plan calls for +/- 39 acres of multi-family and mixed-use product types. Multi-family will include two- and three-story homes with some ground floor commercial. Additionally, there will be a 16-acre green space that will include trails and landscaping for the community to use.
• $20m worth of offsite improvements are planned
The economic impact of this project is expected to be substantial, with the creation of thousands of jobs during the construction phase and ongoing employment opportunities across various industries upon completion. The development will attract new businesses, bolster the local economy, and serve as a catalyst for future growth in Gilbert and the surrounding region.
One of America's best ice cream parlors is coming to Arizona. Here's a peek at the menu
Bahar Anooshahrhttps://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/dining/2023/06/06/sloans-ice-cream-opens-in-gilbert/70293252007/
A Florida-based fantasy land "ice cream utopia," Sloan's, is debuting in Arizona with a location in Gilbert. Since opening in 1999 in West Palm Beach, the shop has expanded to 10 locations around the world. The East Valley shop will be the 11th Sloan's, a chain that USA TODAY named one of the 10 best ice cream shops in the country.Founded by Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef Sloan Kamenste...
A Florida-based fantasy land "ice cream utopia," Sloan's, is debuting in Arizona with a location in Gilbert. Since opening in 1999 in West Palm Beach, the shop has expanded to 10 locations around the world. The East Valley shop will be the 11th Sloan's, a chain that USA TODAY named one of the 10 best ice cream shops in the country.
Founded by Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef Sloan Kamenstein, the shops are sweet treat wonderlands with bright pink walls, swirl-back bistro chairs, twinkling chandeliers, ceilings covered in hand-painted angels and candy wreaths, model trains chugging around and see-through bathroom doors that fog as soon as the customers lock the door.
What is Sloan's ice cream shop famous for?
Waffle cones are made fresh daily. Patrons can indulge in desserts like ice cream, over-the-top sundaes, banana splits, decadent candied apples and bomboloni, which are Italian doughnuts filled with ice cream and served with different toppings. There's more: candies, cookies and milkshakes galore.
Sloan's has been featured on "Keeping Up With the Kardashians" and "The World According to Jeff Goldblum." And celebrities like the Kardashians, Megan Fox, Tom Holland and Sylvester Stallone have been spotted at the ice cream parlor.
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What's on the menu at Sloan's?
Sloan's offers over 50 ice cream flavors, including vegan options, as well as sundaes, shakes, smoothies, ice cream sodas, cookies, brownies and candy.
Ice cream flavors include:
The sundaes menu features:
Prices: $7.48 for a regular size or two scoops; $8.99 for a large or three scoops; $9.99 to $12.99 for sundaes; and $99 for Tracy's Kitchen Sink.
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Where to find Sloan's in metro Phoenix
Expected opening: First quarter of 2024 in Gilbert. The exact location has not been announced.
Details:sloansicecream.com.
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Mulch fire smoke moving toward Gilbert, Chandler as fire continues to burn
The Arizona Republichttps://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/mesa/2023/06/02/mulch-fire-smoke-moves-toward-gilbert-chandler/70282272007/
Although the May 31 mulch fire that began in the East Valley remains contained, the fire is still burning, according to the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office.In line with the original estimation of a 24- to 48-hour burn, no other updates were provided by MCSO.On Wednesday, Rural Metro Fire spokesperson Shawn Gilleland said that smoke would be lingeri...
Although the May 31 mulch fire that began in the East Valley remains contained, the fire is still burning, according to the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office.
In line with the original estimation of a 24- to 48-hour burn, no other updates were provided by MCSO.
On Wednesday, Rural Metro Fire spokesperson Shawn Gilleland said that smoke would be lingering throughout the next few days, which crews would continue to monitor.
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"Smoke that moved over portions of the Valley yesterday (Thursday) cleared out of the area by mid-morning as temperatures warmed. All PM-2.5 (smoke) monitors within the Phoenix Valley yesterday were in the Good AQI category for the 24-hour average, which is what the EPA federal health standard is based on," Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Communications Manager Caroline Oppleman told The Arizona Republic.
However, light smoke produced from the fire had begun pushing toward the Gilbert and Chandler areas on Friday, but Oppleman noted that it will follow the same trend as Thursday, lifting and clearing out above the surface as the day moves on.
"While short-term light to moderate smoke impacts will be possible as the fire continues to burn, we are not expecting values to exceed the federal health standard," Oppleman said.
ADEQ meteorologist Matt Pace also provided an update via the department's hourly air quality Phoenix forecast.
"While you may smell smoke at the surface, monitors and sensors in the area have not seen values above the health standard set by the EPA. With that said, if you are smelling smoke, you are breathing smoke, and if you are sensitive to it, limit your outdoor activity," Pace said.
A high pollution advisory is in effect Friday through Sunday, June 4, but Pace said it is due to high levels of ozone and not due to high levels of smoke from the mulch fire.
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"As for air quality, with light winds for the next several days forecasting ozone to be in the USG category today through Sunday, so an Ozone High Pollution Advisory is in effect. By Monday, winds will help to clear the airshed of ozone and ozone precursors, with values lowering back into the Moderate AQI category," Pace said.
Those interested can monitor the Phoenix Air Quality Index to get up-to-date information on advisories and conditions at https://azdeq.gov/forecast/phoenix.
Every single restaurant in Epicenter at Agritopia, Gilbert's megaplex of things to do
Bahar Anooshahrhttps://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/dining/2023/04/11/epicenter-agritopia-restaurants-guide/70073387007/
Agritopia, founded by Joe Johnston, is a 160-acre planned community in Gilbert that's modeled after a traditional, walkable village. ...
Agritopia, founded by Joe Johnston, is a 160-acre planned community in Gilbert that's modeled after a traditional, walkable village. Epicenter is meant to be its urban center, spanning around 20 acres and five stories at the junction of Ray and Higley roads.
In addition to luxury apartment living at The Tyler, Epicenter is home to a number of restaurants, cocktail and beer bars, retailers, spas and fitness studios. Many of the dining and drinking options are outposts of popular Phoenix bars and restaurants, while others are unique to the Gilbert hub.
After years of anticipation, most of the shops are now open.
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Belly Kitchen + Bar
This is the second location of Instrumental Hospitality's popular Southeast Asian-inspired bar and restaurant. Some of the food options include Vietnamese elote, green papaya salad with softshell crab, crispy white fish and grilled oysters on the half shell. Sandwiches are available for lunch.
On the drink menu find natural wines, beer and cocktails, like the K-pop espresso martini made with Japanese vodka, cold brew, espresso liqueur, herbal liqueur, sweetened condensed milk, Korean cinnamon punch and Thai chili.
Hours: Lunch daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Dinner daily from 4 to 10 p.m.; Bar is open daily until 10 p.m. and until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Details: Suite 180. bellyphx.com.
Beer Barn
On the House Hospitality group opened its sixth concept with this beer-centric venue at Agritopia's Epicenter in Gilbert. Reclaimed wood, corrugated metal and a farm-house garage door are some examples of the design inspired by Gilbert's agricultural background. The menu features wine, over 30 rotating draft beers as well as a large variety of canned and bottled beers from Arizona and across the United States.
Hours: Monday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight; Sunday from 9:45 a.m. to midnight.
Details: Suite 150, beerbarnaz.com.
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Gadzooks Enchiladas & Soup
This is the fifth location of the fast-casual Mexican restaurant, the first of which opened in 2013 by the Pool brothers, Aaron and Jared, who also own The Green Woodpecker with Drew Pool. The Gilbert Gadzooks offers indoor and patio seating. Its menu features its award-winning build-your-own tacos, enchiladas and soups with Modelo braised bison, sweet and spicy cornbread, honey vinegar slaw, pickled onions and house-made guacamole. In addition, patrons can enjoy Osborn Oro margaritas, made in-house, and beer from Drew's Wren House Brewery. For dessert, the eatery sells fresh-baked cookies.
Details: Suite 144. gadzooksaz.com.
Peixoto Coffee Roasters
Peixoto Coffee Roasters is a crop-to-cup coffee shop. The family farm in Brazil grows 18 distinct coffee plots and the shop roasts the coffee in-house and makes house-made syrups for unique beverages like the Moroccan latte. Peixoto Coffee at Epicenter offers seating on two floors and a patio.
Hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Detail: Suite 100. peixotocoffee.com.
Source
Chef Claudio Urciuoli drew a loyal following of fans at the woodfire-themed Phoenix Pa'La restaurants, which he parted ways with in the fall of 2022 to focus on Source. Source is a causal Mediterranean restaurant where the quality of ingredients do the talking and bread is king. In addition to a menu of simple and flavorful options, like pizzas, hummus and bowls, Source also has a market corner, where people can snag pantry items like pasta and olive oil imported from Italy.
Hours: Wednesday to Monday from noon to 8 p.m., closed on Tuesday.
Details: Suite 104. eatatsource.com.
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Matt's Big Breakfast
A Guy Fieri favorite, Matt's Big Breakfast has been in business since 2004. The sixth location opened at Epicenter in February. Matt's Big Breakfast offers scratch-made breakfast and daily specials all day and lunch starting at 11 a.m. Belgian waffles with Vermont maple syrup and bacon, griddle cakes and the big papa burrito made with chorizo are some of the classic breakfast options. The menu also offers lighter options and sandwiches for lunch.
Hours: Every day from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Details: Suite 158, mattsbigbreakfast.com.
Undertow
An acclaimed Phoenix tiki bar with a nautical-inspired theme opened its second location at Epicenter. A top 10 nominee for “New American Cocktail Bar” by Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards, the bar offers guests an immersive experience with drinks served in what looks like the belly of a spice trade ship. The Clipper, led by Captain John Mallory, is an unusual place to taste classic cocktails and a rare collection of rums as well as non-alcoholic beverages. UnderTow recommends reservations, which require a fee that goes towards the final bill, but they do accept some walk-ins.
Hours: Monday to Thursday from 4 to 11 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 2 p.m. to midnight; Sunday from 2 to 10 p.m.
Details: Suite 184. drinkundertow.com.
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Restaurants coming soon to Epicenter
Buck & Rider
Buck & Rider first opened in Phoenix in 2014. The Gilbert location will be its third restaurant. Known for its raw bar, the restaurant promises to "do whatever it takes to serve the finest just-caught fish and shellfish of the East, West, and Gulf coasts and beyond." They will offer lunch, brunch with live music, dinner and happy hour.
Expected opening: Summer 2023
Details: Suite 194. buckandrider.com.
Spinato's Pizzeria and Family Kitchen
The official pizza of the Suns and Mercury at the Footprint Center, Spinato's, opened in 1974 and is known for its Chicago-style pizza made with a sweet sauce. Throughout the years, family members have added new recipes. The pizzeria now has six locations around metro Phoenix and a seventh opening in Gilbert.
Expected opening: Second quarter of 2023
Details: Suite 128. 480-534-8631, spinatospizzeria.com.
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There is plenty of parking along with electric vehicle charging stations at Epicenter.
Details: 3150 E. Ray Road, Gilbert. shop.epicenteratagritopia.com.
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