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Deborah (Debbie) Dobbins, LCSW
Texas
LCSW - Anxiety and Parenting Concerns
See online therapy options- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness methods
- Solution-focused goals
About Deborah
Deborah (Debbie) Dobbins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 20 years of practice based in Texas. She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting concerns, depression, addictions, family issues, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Debbie greets visitors in clear, direct language and emphasizes collaborative goal-setting in sessions.
Debbie uses a practical, person-centered style. She treats clients as the experts on their own lives and listens first. Sessions often involve setting short-term goals and checking small steps between meetings. Humor and straightforward feedback appear when helpful.
Her background includes a Master of Science from the University of Texas at Arlington and licensure as an LCSW in Texas and Mississippi. Over two decades she has worked with people facing trauma, abuse, adoption and foster-care histories, parenting challenges, blended-family dynamics, and grief.
In practice she applies cognitive behavioral techniques alongside client-centered and mindfulness-based methods. That means identifying unhelpful thinking patterns, testing new responses, and practicing present-moment awareness skills. Solution-focused ideas are used to set clear, doable goals and track progress.
Debbie’s approach is straightforward and action-oriented. Sessions aim to notice patterns that cause distress and try specific, small changes. People who want concrete steps and regular check-ins may find this style useful.
How CBT and Related Methods Shape Online Sessions
Debbie uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts and test new responses. CBT sessions often focus on practical exercises, tracking thoughts and behaviors, and trying small changes between meetings.She also incorporates Client-Centered Therapy, which means the client’s perspective guides decisions in sessions. Mindfulness Therapy is used to develop present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity to stressors.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Debbie will discuss options with each person and decide together which methods match current needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration shapes what is practiced in sessions and what homework is assigned.
Confirm the specific online session formats before booking since the biography does not list formats. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a weekday routine, allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, or reduce travel time. The focus remains on doing the practical work - noticing patterns, practicing new responses, and tracking progress across sessions.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Mississippi, Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with most often?
She addresses stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting, depression, addictions, family problems, anger, and self-esteem concerns.
How would she describe her therapy style?
The style is collaborative and practical. She listens first, sets goals with the client, and focuses on actionable steps between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience working with people on trauma, grief, parenting challenges, and related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an MS and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Texas and Mississippi, based in Texas.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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