At Taking Chances Counseling, PLLC we take an active ingredients and trauma focused approach to counseling. Both Stephanie and Sheli are certified clinical trauma specialists through the Arizona Trauma Institute. We enter sessions with the assumption that our clients are competent in finding solutions and navigating life's challenges. Our job is to come alongside our clients as they make connections and find their competencies. 

At Taking Chances Counseling, PLLC we focus on the biology and physiology of feelings over digging up and processing in the moment. Much like a car's exhaust, while necessary and useful to make the engine run, behaviors/emotions can be toxic to the overall environment. Our goal is to help clients turn off the engine over trying to remove the exhaust. This doesn't mean that we will never discuss traumatic events or big feelings. It simply means that we are going to ensure the engine is off (self-regulation) when doing so.