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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...
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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 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.
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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.
Ups and downs in relationships are normal but sometimes the downs last longer than either of you expected. Perhaps you’re facing a lack of intimacy or a breakdown in communication. Maybe your disagreements have started leading to guilt and resentment instead of healthy resolution. You might be living together under the same roof but feel more like strangers than a loving team.
If any of this resonates, couples therapy or marriage counseling might be a great fit for you. A strong romantic relationship can be one of life’s greatest gifts but a meaningful partnership requires dedication.
Many people grow up dreaming of finding their soul mate and living happily ever after. However, once you are in a real relationship you discover how much work is truly involved. It doesn’t matter how much you love your partner or how great you two are together. Remaining in a committed relationship over a long period of time calls for hard work, open communication, and compromise.
Sometimes, couples just need a little outside support or professional guidance to help get things back on track. If you’ve been thinking about couples therapy, we’re here to offer unbiased and compassionate support at Thriveworks Counseling in Peoria, AZ.
Though there may still be a stigma associated with therapy, the truth is you don’t have to feel embarrassed about seeking help. In many ways, pursuing relationship counseling shows that you and your partner care enough about each other to work through whatever problems are getting in the way.
These are a few of the most common reasons couples seek the help of a licensed couples therapist:
Relationship counselors work with couples to address a wide variety of issues. Therapy can focus on a specific problem or can help you work through more general topics.
You don’t need to wait until your relationship is on the brink of disaster before you reach out for help. In fact, many clients reach out for couples counseling when their relationship still feels relatively healthy so they can address issues before they become crises.
If you’re unsatisfied with the way your relationship is heading or you want to resolve a conflict in a neutral environment, consider getting professional support. Contact Thriveworks Counseling in Peoria, AZ to speak to a licensed couples therapist today.
Some people think catastrophic thoughts once they start experiencing problems in their relationships. But every couple goes through ups and downs; it’s how you work through those difficult times that determines whether you grow stronger together as a result.
Like many areas in life, sometimes we run into relationship problems we just can’t seem to get past on our own. At Thriveworks, our relationship therapists have many years of experience helping couples just like you work through issues and come out the other side as a more resilient and loving pair.
Talk therapy is one of the most effective ways for couples to gain insight into their underlying issues. Therapists provide a neutral and confidential space where couples can speak openly about their feelings and work through disagreements. Your couples therapist can even help you identify ways in which your own thinking patterns may be impacting your moods and behaviors.
The Gottman Method is another effective approach to relationship therapy. The method treats a relationship like a house that requires a strong foundation to thrive. You may identify activities with your therapist that will help strengthen this foundation for a lasting bond.
Another focus of the Gottman Method is improved communication since this is what can often make or break a relationship. You may learn, for example, how to use “I” statements to discuss your needs in your relationship as well as skills to reduce criticism, contempt, and defensiveness.
No matter how short or long you’ve been together, couples and family therapy can offer help to get you back on track. Experienced relationship and marriage counselors are standing by at Thriveworks Counseling in Peoria, AZ.
At Thriveworks, our goal is to ensure individuals, couples, and families have access to the services they need to improve their mental health and strengthen their relationships with others. We offer flexible scheduling with weekday, evening, and weekend sessions.
Online therapy is also available, which makes it especially easy to find appointment times while juggling multiple hectic schedules. We take most major insurance plans and offer a number of exclusive benefits at Thriveworks Counseling, including:
If you want a stronger and healthier relationship, speak to a licensed marriage and family therapist at Thriveworks Counseling in Peoria, AZ.
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