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Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 22 ratings

Debra K Iversen

LCSW, 35 years of experience

Authentic
Intelligent
Warm
Virtual
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About me

It is not always easy to reach out for help, but you are on the right path. Things will get better as we approach your struggles and goals together. I have any easy going straight forward approach to therapy as I work to meet each client’s unique needs. I have been a therapist for over 30 years and have worked with clients on a myriad of issues including anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, perinatal loss and other women’s issues. My work has also included working with folks on life transitions whether it be family or career related, as these can create much stress for people. I have worked in Connecticut, Florida and Texas, both as a clinical leader and practicing clinician. I am currently licensed in Connecticut, California and Texas. My training was at the Columbia School of Social Work where I received my masters degree. I truly look forward to the opportunity of working together and hope we will talk soon. You are not alone.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

Clients can expect to receive help in a non-judgmental and supportive environment. We will build a treatment plan together to help you reach your goals.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Having worked with several clients on the Newborn Special Care Unit/Maternal High Risk for my first 6 years out of school, I have a unique understanding related to perinatal issues including grief and loss.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Adults anxiety, depression or life transition issues in addition to issues of grief and or loss.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions

Other specialties

Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

I identify as

White
Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)

My treatment methods

Acceptance and commitment (ACT)

This approach helps people to be more mindful and move beyond the issue and on to committed action towards growth.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

This approach will help clients to challenge unhelpful belief systems and think in new ways that are more productive.

Solution Focused Brief Treatment

This method helps clients stay focused on the eventual outcome and move rapidly towards that solution.

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

California
Connecticut
Texas

Accepts

Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - WebTPA
All Savers
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
Cash - $150 per session
Cigna
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
WellCare
Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 22 ratings

1 rating with written reviews

February 3, 2025

It was just my first session, but so far, so good. She gave me a couple of suggestion to help with my anxiety issues. Going to try those. Thanks!

Verified client, age 65+

Review shared after session 1 with Debra