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Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 17 ratings

Debra Desimone-Porter

LPC, 32 years of experience

Empowering
Challenging
Direct
Virtual
Next available on

About me

Hi, we all know that life can offer many challenges and sometimes we just need a catalyst or bridge to assist with crossing over (going within) to the next journey or adventure in our lives. I am convinced that there is not one therapeutic approach to working with clients. That's why I use an integrative approach designed specially to meet your individual needs. I am experienced in working with diverse populations and have worked in the mental health field for over 30 years.

Get to know me

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

In our initial session we will review the importance of clients confidentiality, how the therapeutic process works, client's initial reason for seeking therapy, some work that will be done outside of therapy, setting goals, clients' and therapist expectations.

The treatment methods and tools I utilize

We will utilize several theoretical counseling models' e.g. DBT, CBT, Personal centered therapy, Solution focus, Gestalt therapy all which have been proven to be effective.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My biggest strengths lie in working with everyday life challenges e.g. problems with self-esteem/self-worth, codependency, relationship struggles, Domestic Violence, and the following diagnosis : Depression, Substance Use Disorder, Personality Disorders, Anxiety, Anger management, and more. I am dedicated to facilitating the healing process.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Depression Anxiety, Co-dependency, Borderline personality, d/o, anger management, Substance Use Disorder

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression

Other specialties

Personality Disorders
Self Esteem
Spirituality

I identify as

Black / African American
Woman

Serves ages

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

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Texas

Accepts

Aetna
Aetna - WebTPA
All Savers
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Cash - $100 per session
Cigna
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
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
Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 17 ratings

1 rating with written reviews

May 8, 2025

Insightful. Challenges my thought patterns & provides a pathway to a better perspective. Life changing work. I’m so grateful!!

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 38 with Debra