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Thrive Counseling Services, LLC

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Thrive Counseling Services, LLC

Amanda is Independently Licensed through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a Professional Counselor.

Her specialty is in the area of Trauma, Abuse and Deprivation.

01/07/2026

Couples counseling begins with emotional safety.

Thrive Counseling Services creates a space where both partners feel heard and respected. The therapist guides the conversation without taking sides. This first session helps each person speak openly without fear of blame.

🟢 A calm, supportive setting
🟢 Clear focus on respect and listening
🟢 Gentle guidance that reduces tension
Steady connection grows from feeling safe enough to be real.

Learn more: https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/couples-counseling-what-to-expect-on-your-first-session/

01/06/2026

Start the Year Grounded. 🌿

Take an hour to reset with Thrive Counseling Services at our next Sound Meditation session—Wednesday, January 7th at 6:30 PM in Gilbert.

✨ Open to clients and the community
✨ $25 per session
✨ FREE for clients receiving Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
🧘‍♂️ Led by Stuart Preston, Certified Sound Meditation Practitioner
📞 RSVP: 602-833-2829

What you’ll experience:
• Gentle sound vibrations to ease anxiety and release tension
• A guided, peaceful space to support emotional healing
• No prior experience needed—just bring yourself (and a yoga mat, pillow(s) and blanket(s))

Let sound do the heavy lifting. You just show up.

📍 Thrive Counseling Services, Gilbert, AZ
📅 Wednesday, January 7th
⏰ 6:30 PM | 60 minutes

01/03/2026

When one part of the family feels stressed, the whole system feels it.

Family therapy helps everyone feel heard, understood, and supported. Whether you’re facing conflict, a child’s behavior changes, or relationship strain, counseling can reconnect your family and restore balance.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Sessions tailored to individual and shared needs
🧩 Flexible formats: individual, couples, or full family
🎯 Guidance to identify goals and name what matters
🤝 Inclusive care that honors each person’s voice
🌱 Ongoing support as your family grows or changes

Strong relationships start with feeling safe together.

https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-mental-health-counseling-for-your-family/

12/27/2025

The job doesn’t end when the call does—and neither should your support.

Thrive's "After the Call" group offers first responders a safe, confidential place to talk through what others can’t understand. It’s led by licensed therapists and Hazel, our facility dog, with space to process trauma and reconnect with purpose.

🚓 Designed for first responders only
🧠 Support for stress, trauma, and moral injury
🐾 Therapy dog Hazel adds calming presence
💬 Real talk in a judgment-free space
🌟 Tools that help both on and off duty

Because you deserve care that honors the weight you carry.

https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/the-benefits-of-support-groups-feeling-understood-not-alone/

12/23/2025

Finding a therapist who fits your whole family can feel hard—but it matters.

The right counseling relationship supports each member, builds trust, and helps your family navigate conflict, anxiety, or transition together. Knowing what to look for makes the process feel more manageable.

🔍 Clarity on your family’s current needs
🧠 Therapists trained in family systems and relational dynamics
📅 Flexible scheduling that works with real-life demands
🗣️ A communication style that feels clear and respectful
🏠 A safe, welcoming space for all ages

Care that fits your family now—and grows with you later.

https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-mental-health-counseling-for-your-family/

12/20/2025

Holiday depression can feel isolating—especially when everyone around you seems festive and full of joy.

The truth is, many people struggle this time of year, even if it’s not visible on the outside. At Thrive Counseling Services, we help clients acknowledge these feelings without shame and find their way through.

🎭 Hiding how you feel to keep the peace
📉 Loss of motivation, appetite, or interest
🛏️ Fatigue that doesn’t go away with rest
🧠 Difficulty focusing or feeling present
💬 Wishing someone would just ask how you’re doing

You don’t have to match the mood to belong. You only have to start where you are.

https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/holiday-depression-what-triggers-the-blues-when-everyone-else-seems-happy/

12/18/2025

AI tools can help you pause and check in—but they can't walk with you through the hard parts.

Digital therapy apps offer quick support, but they don’t adapt to your emotional needs or track the depth of your growth. A trained therapist can respond to your story, hold space for pain, and foster long-term change.

🤖 Provides short-term guidance for stress or anxiety
📲 Offers basic mindfulness and coping strategies
🚫 Can’t build a relationship or reflect deep empathy
🛑 Doesn’t hold space for trauma, grief, or family conflict
👩‍⚕️ Misses the emotional nuance real therapists understand

Real healing happens in relationship, not automation.

https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/the-role-of-therapeutic-relationship-in-person-vs-ai-counseling-explained/

12/17/2025

When you sit with people who get it, something shifts.

Support groups create space for connection that feels real. They ease shame, offer practical support, and remind you you're not the only one feeling this way. That kind of understanding can be deeply healing.

🫂 Shared experiences without needing to explain
💬 Honest conversations that feel safe and validating
💡 Practical tools for stress, emotion, and boundary-setting
❤️ Increased self-compassion and emotional insight
🌱 Confidence that carries into daily life

Relief starts when you realize you're not alone anymore.

https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/the-benefits-of-support-groups-feeling-understood-not-alone/

12/16/2025

Even during a season built around celebration, it’s common to feel distant, disconnected, or down.

Holiday depression doesn’t always look like sadness. It often hides behind exhaustion, guilt, irritability, or pressure to “keep up.” At Thrive Counseling Services, we see these patterns every year—and we help clients unpack the weight behind them.

🎄 Grief or absence at family gatherings
💸 Financial stress from gifts and travel
🌥️ Fewer hours of sunlight disrupting mood
📆 Overbooked schedules with no time to rest
😔 Feeling pressure to be cheerful when you're not

You can care for others without ignoring yourself. Therapy offers space to explore, release, and rebuild.

https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/holiday-depression-what-triggers-the-blues-when-everyone-else-seems-happy/

12/12/2025

Clear signs indicate when postpartum therapy can help.

Some emotional shifts feel manageable, yet others begin to affect sleep, motivation, or the ability to connect with loved ones. Recognizing these signs helps parents understand when extra care is needed. This post highlights symptoms that signal it is time to reach out.

💛 Persistent sadness or emptiness
💛 Loss of interest or difficulty bonding
💛 Trouble sleeping even when the baby sleeps
💛 Racing thoughts, panic, or overwhelming worry
💛 Withdrawal from loved ones or loss of motivation

Listening to these signals opens the door to meaningful healing.

Learn more: https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/when-to-begin-postpartum-therapy-timing-red-flags/

12/09/2025

Therapy only works when you feel safe enough to open up.

The heart of in-person therapy is the relationship you build with your therapist. That real-time connection encourages trust, helps you explore vulnerable emotions, and supports true healing. AI can't replace that kind of care.

🌱 Builds trust through warmth, presence, and attuned empathy
👀 Responds to your body language, tone, and emotional shifts
💬 Encourages open, honest conversation without judgment
🧠 Helps you explore patterns, grief, trauma, or relational stress
👥 Offers steady support from the same trusted provider

Healing begins when you feel seen, not scanned.

https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/the-role-of-therapeutic-relationship-in-person-vs-ai-counseling-explained/

12/05/2025

Strengths often hide behind the most misunderstood ADHD behaviors.

Many people with ADHD live with shame from years of feeling inconsistent or misunderstood. Recognizing the underlying nervous system patterns helps replace criticism with compassion. This post highlights the strengths that emerge when ADHD is understood.

💛 Deep creativity and innovative thinking
💛 Strong problem-solving abilities
💛 High empathy and emotional insight
💛 Ability to focus intensely when interested
💛 Unique splay-pattern thinking that connects ideas in original ways

Understanding these strengths helps people see their ADHD as part of who they are, not a flaw.

Learn more: https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/adhd-looks-different-in-adults-kids-teens/

Address

3651 E. Baseline Road Suite E-121
Gilbert, AZ
85234

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 8pm
Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 8pm
Saturday	9am - 8pm
Sunday	9am - 8pm

Website

http://www.thrivecounselingaz.com/

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