Debra Black-Mayo, LPC

Arizona LPC specializing in trauma and anxiety

Stress and anxiety
Trauma and grief
Self-esteem and motivation

About Debra Black-Mayo

Debra Black-Mayo, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona with 20 years of professional experience. She works with individuals facing stress and anxiety, those recovering from trauma and abuse, and people coping with grief and loss. She also supports clients who are rebuilding motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

Debra views each person as the expert of their own story and seeks to highlight the strengths clients already bring to their healing. She emphasizes a collaborative, respectful approach that meets people where they are and moves at a pace that feels manageable. Taking the first step to begin therapy often requires courage, and Debra acknowledges and affirms that decision while offering steady, compassionate support as clients begin their work.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Debra Black-Mayo have?

Debra Black-Mayo has 20 years of professional experience.

Is Debra Black-Mayo a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: AZ LPC LPC-15214.

In which languages does Debra Black-Mayo provide therapy?

Debra Black-Mayo provides therapy in English.

Where is Debra Black-Mayo located?

Debra Black-Mayo is located in Arizona.

How can I work with Debra Black-Mayo as my therapist?

You can work with Debra Black-Mayo through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Debra Black-Mayo work with international clients?

Debra Black-Mayo does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Debra Black-Mayo cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Debra Black-Mayo

Attachment-Based Therapy helps explore how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust. It can be useful for people dealing with abandonment, attachment issues, relationship challenges, and difficulties forming or maintaining intimacy. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on providing nonjudgmental listening and empathy so clients can clarify values and make meaningful changes; it supports self-esteem, motivation, and confidence building. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Debra Black-Mayo collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She works with clients to adapt techniques and set realistic steps so the work feels appropriate and effective.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and varied lifestyles. Licensed professionals and therapists can use these options to maintain continuity of care and to reach people who benefit from remote access and adaptable appointment formats.

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