- Builds self esteem
- Supports boundary setting
- Focuses on coping skills
About Debra
Debra Konecni is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arizona. She draws on seven years of experience to help people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, and life changes. Debra focuses on building self-esteem and supporting clients as they set healthier boundaries and gain confidence.
Her approach centers on listening first and tailoring conversations to each person's situation. Sessions are shaped to meet practical needs, whether someone is learning coping skills, working through grief, or addressing addictive patterns. She uses clear language and steady encouragement rather than clinical jargon.
Debra blends several therapeutic methods to match a client's goals. She may use client-centered techniques to follow what matters most to the person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used when changing thought and behavior patterns is a priority. Emotionally-Focused Therapy ideas can help when strong emotions and relationship patterns are the focus.
She also draws on mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing to help people notice habits and find their own reasons to change. These tools are applied in a straightforward way, with steps you can try between sessions. Debra makes room for pacing that feels manageable and practical.
People who reach out often want help with relationships, codependency concerns, parenting strain, mood changes, or substance use. Debra aims to create a respectful, compassionate space where clients move at their own speed and work toward clearer choices.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on following the person's lead and building a trusting conversation. It helps when someone needs a listening space to sort priorities and figure out what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It often helps with anxiety, depression, and stress. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) looks at how emotions shape reactions and relationship patterns, which can be useful when strong feelings or attachment issues are central concerns.Finding the right mix of methods is part of starting therapy. The therapist will work together with the client to choose approaches that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That collaborative process can include trying different tools and adjusting the plan as progress is made.
Confirm the current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when a quick touchpoint is helpful. They can also support continuity of care during moves or schedule changes. Licensed professionals adapt activities like CBT exercises, mindfulness practices, and emotionally-focused conversations so clients can use them between sessions and in everyday situations.
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Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Debra help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and addictions among other concerns. Additional focuses include codependency, grief, intimacy-related issues, and communication problems.
What is her therapy style like?
She takes a respectful, client-centered approach and tailors conversations to each person's needs. Sessions tend to be practical and encourage small steps clients can try between visits.
How much experience does she have?
Debra has seven years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and practices in Arizona.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with her from outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are provided to people located where her licensure permits practice.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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