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Debbie Johnson, LPC
Tennessee
LPC counselor - anxiety and life changes
See online therapy options- CBT focused techniques
- DBT skills when helpful
- Solution-focused goals
About Debbie
Debbie Johnson is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Tennessee with nine years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and life changes, and also supports people dealing with career questions, addictions, parenting strain, anger, relationships, self-esteem, and coaching needs.
She takes a practical approach that emphasizes clear steps and small changes. Sessions look at unhelpful thoughts and habits, then try concrete alternatives. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with client-centered methods to help people notice patterns and test new ways of responding.
Debbie also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills and Motivational Interviewing when those tools fit the problem. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to set short-term goals and track progress. These methods are presented in simple, actionable ways rather than abstract theory.
Her style is straightforward and goal-oriented. Conversations cover what is getting in the way now and what manageable actions could reduce stress or improve mood. Work can include skill practice, short experiments, and reviewing results in the next session.
People often come for practical help managing anxiety, grief, career shifts, or relationship strain. She also addresses guilt, shame, and forgiveness as part of emotional recovery. Before booking, confirm the current session options and any logistical details you need to plan.
How her approaches translate to online work
Debbie uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and test small behavioral changes. CBT sessions typically focus on identifying thought patterns, setting practical experiments, and reviewing how those experiments worked in daily life.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes active listening and reflecting what a person says so they can clarify their own priorities. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are introduced when emotional regulation, distress tolerance, or interpersonal effectiveness tools are useful for managing strong feelings.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. She and the client will discuss goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust the plan based on what helps. This is a collaborative process that may mix CBT exercises, DBT skills practice, and solution-focused goal setting.
The original profile does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can help fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and making it easier to schedule appointments around work or caregiving. Many people find it practical for regular skills practice and goal tracking without changing daily routines.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, career issues, addictions, parenting strain, relationships, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
How would she describe her therapeutic approach?
The approach is practical and structured, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered listening, and skills training to change thoughts and habits.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of experience as a licensed therapist working with adults on a range of life and emotional concerns.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Tennessee and practices there.
Which languages are offered in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session using the subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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