Thrive Counseling Services, LLC

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.

New Perspectives Start Here“My husband and I had our first counseling session together at Thrive Counseling with Rachel....
11/21/2025

New Perspectives Start Here

“My husband and I had our first counseling session together at Thrive Counseling with Rachel... we both walked away with a new perspective about our relationship in the best way possible.”

Here’s what stood out to this couple after just one session:

💬 Instant clarity and connection
🧠 A fresh way of seeing their relationship
💛 Genuine care from a skilled therapist
💡 Powerful impact, even in one visit

Quality therapy matters, and at Thrive Counseling Services, you’ll feel the difference.

Breathe Deep. Drop In. Feel Better. 🌿Starting December 3rd, Thrive Counseling Services is offering a calming Sound Medit...
11/20/2025

Breathe Deep. Drop In. Feel Better. 🌿

Starting December 3rd, Thrive Counseling Services is offering a calming Sound Meditation session every first Wednesday at 6:30 PM—a 60-minute experience designed to help you feel grounded, calm, and emotionally supported.

✨ Open to clients and the community
✨ $25 per session
✨ FREE for clients receiving Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy

🧘‍♂️ Led by Stuart Preston, Certified Sound Meditation Practitioner

Here’s what you can expect:
• Therapeutic sound to calm the nervous system
• A guided, peaceful environment to help you reset
• No experience necessary—just bring yourself and a yoga mat if you’d like

Sound can do what words often can’t. Come take a break that restores.

📍 Gilbert, AZ
📅 First Wednesday each month
⏰ 6:30 PM | 60 minutes
📞 RSVP: 602-833-2829

Hope starts with one real conversation about su***de.Open talk reduces shame and helps people feel less alone. Many peop...
11/18/2025

Hope starts with one real conversation about su***de.

Open talk reduces shame and helps people feel less alone. Many people stay silent because they fear saying the wrong thing, yet simple care makes a difference. This post focuses on warning signs that show someone may need support.

✨ Feeling hopeless or like a burden
✨ Pulling away from friends, family, or routines
✨ Big shifts in sleep or appetite
✨ Giving away belongings or saying goodbye
✨ Increased substance use
✨ Talking about death or feeling trapped

Steady change begins when we notice these signs and respond with care.

Read more: https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/talking-about-su***de-why-it-matters-and-how-to-help/

Fresh Eyes, Lasting ImpactIntern counselors bring new energy and empathy to every session. Their curiosity and care help...
11/13/2025

Fresh Eyes, Lasting Impact

Intern counselors bring new energy and empathy to every session. Their curiosity and care help clients feel truly heard while keeping therapy grounded in compassion and growth.

🌱 Fresh academic insight meets real-world understanding
🗣️ Thoughtful listening that builds trust and comfort
🧠 Evidence-based tools for lasting emotional wellness
💬 Supervision that ensures quality and consistency

At Thrive Counseling Services, intern counselors help make therapy more accessible—without losing the personal touch that makes healing possible.

Learn more: https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/fresh-perspectives-in-therapy-the-strength-of-intern-counselors/

Teens and Depression: What Parents Often MissTeen depression often hides behind silence or “normal” stress. Paying atten...
11/11/2025

Teens and Depression: What Parents Often Miss

Teen depression often hides behind silence or “normal” stress. Paying attention to subtle shifts helps parents catch it before it deepens.

🕰️ Ongoing fatigue or loss of motivation
🎧 Disinterest in hobbies or friends
📉 Drop in grades or concentration
🙃 Emotional numbness or detachment
❤️ Expressions of guilt or hopelessness

Therapy provides a safe space for teens to talk and rebuild confidence. Thrive Counseling Services helps families reconnect with hope.

Learn more: https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/recognizing-depression-in-kids-teens/

Guided by Experience, Fueled by PurposeEvery intern counselor at Thrive is supported by experienced therapists who guide...
11/06/2025

Guided by Experience, Fueled by Purpose

Every intern counselor at Thrive is supported by experienced therapists who guide their development and safeguard the client experience. This collaboration strengthens care for everyone.

🤝 Dual perspectives enrich each session
🌼 Clients benefit from new ideas and proven methods
📚 Ongoing mentorship ensures professional growth
💡 More availability means easier access to care

Together, supervision and curiosity create confident, compassionate therapists—and stronger outcomes for clients.

Learn more: https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/fresh-perspectives-in-therapy-the-strength-of-intern-counselors/

When Sadness Looks Different in KidsDepression in children doesn’t always look like sadness—it can show up in ways that ...
11/04/2025

When Sadness Looks Different in Kids

Depression in children doesn’t always look like sadness—it can show up in ways that surprise parents. Knowing what to look for helps families step in with care and understanding.

💛 Irritability or sudden anger
😔 Withdrawal from play or friends
🍽️ Changes in sleep or appetite
😫 Frequent “tummy aches” or headaches
💬 Negative self-talk or low confidence

Small signs can mean big feelings. Early recognition makes all the difference.

Learn more: https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/recognizing-depression-in-kids-teens/

Integration Makes the DifferenceThe medicine session opens the door. The integration session helps you walk through it. ...
10/23/2025

Integration Makes the Difference

The medicine session opens the door. The integration session helps you walk through it. This part of ketamine-assisted therapy is where insights take root and lasting change begins.

🧠 Why integration matters:

💡 Brain remains flexible up to 48 hours
🪞 Space to reflect on emotions and themes
🗣 Guided processing with your therapist
🌱 A foundation for real growth

Thrive Counseling Services designs integration sessions to help your healing extend beyond the medicine, into daily life.

Learn more: https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/how-long-does-a-ketamine-assisted-therapy-session-take/

Feel the Benefits of NeurofeedbackA regulated brain makes daily life smoother and more manageable. Many clients notice m...
10/16/2025

Feel the Benefits of Neurofeedback

A regulated brain makes daily life smoother and more manageable. Many clients notice meaningful improvements that ripple into every part of their lives.

🌿 Key benefits people report:

🎯 Improved focus and attention
💙 Better emotional regulation
😌 Reduced anxiety
📚 Relief from ADHD symptoms
💪 Greater resilience to stress

Thrive Counseling Services offers neurofeedback as a gentle way to support balance and well-being. It can stand alone or complement other therapies for deeper progress.

https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/how-neurofeedback-works-to-train-the-brain/

Finding Balance After BirthAdjusting to life with a newborn can bring unexpected challenges. Postpartum therapy provides...
10/16/2025

Finding Balance After Birth

Adjusting to life with a newborn can bring unexpected challenges. Postpartum therapy provides a safe place to process emotions and regain stability.

🌸 Common struggles therapy can address:

💤 Sleep disruption and exhaustion
💭 Racing thoughts or panic
😔 Sadness, irritability, or detachment
❤️ Relationship stress and role changes
🩺 Trauma from pregnancy or delivery

At Thrive Counseling Services, our therapists specialize in perinatal mental health and offer compassionate, evidence-based care.

Learn more: https://thrivecounselingaz.com/postpartum-therapy-in-gilbert-az/

Time Well Spent in HealingWondering how long ketamine-assisted therapy takes? Sessions are carefully structured so you f...
10/14/2025

Time Well Spent in Healing

Wondering how long ketamine-assisted therapy takes? Sessions are carefully structured so you feel supported at every stage.

⏳ Typical breakdown:

📝 Preparation and intention setting: 15–20 minutes
💊 Medicine session: 40–60 minutes on average
🌿 Transition and grounding: 15–20 minutes
💬 Integration session (separate day): 50 minutes

At Thrive Counseling Services, we guide you through each step so the process feels safe and manageable.

Learn more: https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/how-long-does-a-ketamine-assisted-therapy-session-take/

Healing for Every Age 💛IFS therapy meets children, teens, adults, and families right where they are. At Thrive Counselin...
10/09/2025

Healing for Every Age 💛

IFS therapy meets children, teens, adults, and families right where they are. At Thrive Counseling Services, we use IFS to help each person find clarity, compassion, and connection.

👶 For kids: drawing, storytelling, and playful tools make emotions easier to understand
👩‍🎓 For teens: a safe space to name pressures, anxieties, and inner conflict
🌿 For adults: support for trauma, perfectionism, anxiety, and overwhelm
🏡 For families: shared language to reduce reactivity and strengthen bonds

IFS is flexible and relational—helping people write new chapters of healing, no matter their age.

Learn more: https://thrivecounselingaz.com/blog/exploring-internal-family-systems-a-guide-for-adults-children-and-families/

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

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

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