Debra Dean

Debra Dean is a licensed clinical social worker with 35 years of experience. She holds the Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, LCSW, and practices from Florida. Debra describes herself as solution-oriented and draws on long experience across multiple settings.

She helps people facing grief and loss, bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety. She also supports those coping with life changes and the strain of caring for aging parents. Her work includes helping people recover from narcissistic abuse and address intimacy and relationship concerns.

Debra treats problems in a straightforward way. She sees people as the experts on their own stories and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions often include education about what’s happening and practical steps to try between meetings.

Her background includes a wide range of professional roles that shaped her problem-solving approach. That experience informs how she helps people organize next steps, manage stress, and set small goals. She aims to be a steady source of support while clients work toward clearer routines and better coping skills.

People interested in starting are asked to use the site Start Therapy process to match and schedule sessions. Debra works in English and is licensed in Florida and Utah as an LCSW.

Approaches that guide online work and how they help

Evidence-based therapeutic techniques often focus on clear, practical steps. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches tools for managing mood and anxiety, such as breaking problems into smaller tasks and practicing new habits. This helps when feelings feel overwhelming and daily routines have become hard to keep.

Another frequent method involves grief-focused care that helps people name losses, process emotions, and plan ways to honor what mattered. This approach supports people who are adjusting to life changes and facing end-of-life or hospice related concerns.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your goals and try methods that match your needs, checking in and adjusting as you go. The focus is on what helps you move forward, not on fitting you into a single method.

If you prefer online sessions, confirm the available session formats before booking. Many people choose online work because it can fit into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep appointments during work or caregiving days. Ask about format options when you complete the matching questionnaire so scheduling can suit your routine.