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Debretta McDonald

Therapist
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Family issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello I'm Dee, I've had the pleasure of working as a psychotherapist for over 6 years, working with a broad spectrum of presenting issues from anxieties, depression, personality, mood, transition, grief/loss, trauma etc. I find my work with victims of trauma has been very rewarding being apart of their healing journey and helping them reach deserved emotional, mental and behavioral functioning.

My approach to therapy

I bring a warm, real approach to our work together. I'm genuine, compassionate, and human, and I don't pretend to be perfect. I draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused CBT to help you understand the patterns holding you back, blended with a humanistic, strengths-based lens that meets you exactly where you are.

What you can expect from me

In our first session, we'll start by talking through what brought you to therapy and what you're hoping to feel different about. From there, expect to feel heard, validated, and gently challenged along the way. My goal is for you to leave our work together with real self-trust, resilience, and a more gracious outlook on your own life story.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Caucasian, Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Open Minded, Participatory

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Brandman University
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (Nevada)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna, Curative

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Family issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Positive Psychology, Trauma Focused CBT, Humanistic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English