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As a man of color who has walked through trauma and grief, I offer you a grounded, steady presence where you feel safe, understood...
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As a man of color who has walked through trauma and grief, I offer you a grounded, steady presence where you feel safe, understood, and supported to clear emotional and psychological blocks, release limiting patterns, strengthen resilience, and move with confidence toward your fullest potential.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 15 years of experience providing evidence-based psychotherapy. I work with adults and couples navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, infidelity recovery, and relationship challenges. Many of my clients feel stuck in painful patterns, overwhelmed by past experiences, or disconnected from their confidence and direction. I focus on helping clients build emotional awareness, strengthen coping skills, and create healthier patterns in their lives and relationships. My approach is active, structured, and relational.
I earned my master's degree in professional counseling from Grand Canyon University. I use EMDR and evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients process experiences, regulate emotions, and move toward change. For couples, I utilize Gottman Method techniques to strengthen communication and rebuild trust.
My goal is to provide a calm, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to grow. Together, we will identify emotional roadblocks, develop practical tools, and build skills that support lasting progress. If you are ready to move beyond surviving and begin creating the life and relationships you want, I look forward to working with you.
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As a woman who lived in a life full of trauma, I understand the difficulty of processing and the importance of discovering who you...
As a woman who lived in a life full of trauma, I understand the difficulty of processing and the importance of discovering who you really are as a person.
Debra Konecni is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with clients who have experienced a traumatic event — especially anyone who has experienced any type of child abuse or any type of sexual abuse. These are often individuals who have been hiding their hurts because they have been afraid to address the trauma, or do not know how to address the situation. Debra's goal is to assist each individual with working through the trauma and help them find their true self by believing in their story, giving them the opportunity to share their story sometimes for the first time. Everyone should have the option to work through hurts and not stay stuck in them — everyone should be given the opportunity to work all way to the other side and become a survivor instead of a victim.
Debra uses active listening, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). and schema therapy to help her clients. She also encourages journaling through their emotions to find their true selves. "Like the lotus flower, beauty coming out of the depth of mud; every individual could blossom out of a life of trauma, abuse, or just day-to-day frustrating moments that find them crippled or stuck in any way," says Debra. "Through the transforming and renewing of our minds, we do not have to repeat history or become the person someone tried to make us."
Through the process of addressing past hurts and trauma, it is Debra's goal and desire to empathize with individuals to reach their full potential in life. She has many years of experience rising out of the mud of her own lifelong trauma, which enables her to equip with hope and grace. "I welcome you into a safe haven to process through your hurts and struggles, to help you to strive and thrive," says Debra.
As someone who experienced navigating a difficult childhood, being a caretaker to others and experiencing neglect and abuse, I aut...
As someone who experienced navigating a difficult childhood, being a caretaker to others and experiencing neglect and abuse, I authentically understand how experiences can linger, impacting current-day functioning, as well as how processing/healing can bring on new life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience supporting adults and couples on their healing journeys. I provide a safe and compassionate space where you can explore difficult emotions, identify patterns, and develop practical coping strategies for greater balance and well-being. My approach integrates mind, body, and spirit to help you process trauma, manage life transitions, and build meaningful, healthy relationships.
I earned my Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Grand Canyon University. My approach draws from cognitive behavioral, dialectical, emotion-focused, and solution-focused therapies. I also utilize trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization reprocessing, and somatic practices to support growth and resilience.
Whether you seek emotional clarity, improved communication, or a stronger sense of self, my goal is to walk beside you as you build the life you deserve. I look forward to helping you process, heal, and rediscover your inner strength with compassion and care.
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Thriveworks Couples therapy helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. It is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy include:
Couples therapy works by helping couples identify and better navigate their unique challenges. Following an initial assessment of the couple in terms of strengths and needs, the therapist would then discuss their therapeutic goals and any possible approaches or ways of working together as therapist and couple.Couples attend sessions together, whether they meet in person or by video. In addition to regular couples therapy sessions, each partner may also be asked to attend a few individual sessions to supplement their progress. This will allow their counselor to get to know each individual better, assess each of their personal needs, and develop the very best treatment plan moving forward.
Couples therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend couples therapy for 12 weeks. However, couples therapy may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
All relationships take a lot of work. Maybe you’ve only been dating for several months, or perhaps you’ve been married for over 15 years. Regardless of how much time has passed in your relationship, working with a mental health professional can prove to be a smart, beneficial decision.
At Thriveworks Counseling in Flagstaff, our marriage counselors and couples therapists have helped many relationships thrive. If you’ve been searching for a dedicated, compassionate therapist or counselor, you’ve come to the right place. When you’re ready to take the next step, reach out to our office.
Here at Thriveworks, we understand that every couple and relationship is unique. That’s why we devote time to creating individualized treatment plans for each and every one of our clients. The counselors and therapists at our office have extensive training, education, and experience to help you tackle your issues quickly and efficiently.
During your beginning sessions, your counselor will assess you and your partner as individuals to better understand how to fix the problems you are facing and achieve the goals you’ve set in place. Then, based on your needs, they will create a special plan of action that will target all of your problem areas.
It’s completely normal to have arguments and disagreements with your partner. It would be almost impossible to not run into conflict at some point. However, prolonged arguments, anger, and frequent bickering should be addressed immediately. If you’re still on the fence about whether or not you should pursue therapy, consider these questions:
There are many reasons why couples might choose to work with a couples counselor. Some of the more common reasons are:
Whatever the reason is, the counselors at Thriveworks in Flagstaff, AZ will work with you to identify where your problems are and improve them. You might work on communication techniques, building trust, increasing intimacy, and how to actively listen to your partner’s needs. We’re just a click or phone call away to get started.
We believe that choosing to get professional help for the sore spots in your relationship is a smart decision. Here at our Thriveworks office in Flagstaff, we are client-focused and dedicated to providing accessible, uplifting mental health care.
Our clients get to experience benefits such as evening and weekend appointments, same-week appointments, no waitlist, flexible cancellations, online counseling options, exceptional client care, and more. We also accept most major insurances. To get started with one of our couples counselors or marriage therapists, call our office or visit our online booking portal. We look forward to hearing from you and beginning this journey together.
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Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Flagstaff is located at 809 W Riordan Rd Ste 202, Flagstaff, AZ 86001, off Rte 66.
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