Debra brings a commitment to counseling adults, teenagers, and children who have been impacted by eating disorders, depression, low self-esteem, divorce, trauma including sexual abuse, and life transitions. She began her counseling career after graduating with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the Univeristy of Texas, then completed extensive training counseling to youth, families and adults to become a licensed psychotherapist (LCSW) in 2003. In addition, Debra regularly counsels people who need to talk to a counselor about the inevitable challenges in daily life often with the goal of bettering the present and future for themselves and for their relationships. Additionally, Debra obtained an eating disorders treatment certificate in CEU’s and is trained in the use of EMDR. Debra enjoys traveling with her husband, speaking Spanish, making pottery, and mountain hiking.

Education:
- University of Texas at Austin, Master’s degree in Social Work
- JFK University, Eating disorder Treatment Certificate
- University of California at San Diego, Bachelor’s degree in Economics with a minor in Health Care and Social Issues

Areas of Focus:
Eating disorders
Trauma
Depression
Mood disorders
Women's issues
Foster/adoption issues
Premarital counseling
Abuse survivors
EMDR
Adults
Children
Preteens
Teens

Professional Memberships:
California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)