I am a licensed psychotherapist in CA, NC and SC. I have been a practicing clinician for more than 20 years, and have also supervised pre-licensed psychotherapists and graduate students for 11 years. I have an MS in Clinical Psychology from SFSU. Most important to me is building a trusting, warm and caring relationship with my clients. I use evidence based modalities such as EMDR, DBT, ACT, and CBT, and am also trained in psychodynamic and mindfulness based approaches. I also like to bring in art therapy, and somatic awareness when helpful. Every person is different, and I believe sessions should be focused on what is most supportive to each person.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Showing up and seeking support is half of the battle! My hope is that you will feel deeply seen, thoroughly listened to in our work together. In the first session I will gather information about your life, relationships, struggles, and goals for therapy. In subsequent sessions we will check in about your week and continue to work towards meeting your goals in therapy. My hope is to help support and empower you to live your most authentic, grounded, compassionate, and fulfilled life.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I am a seasoned therapist with well developed clinical intuition. I feel I have a strong capacity to attune to a variety of people due to my open-heartedness and life experience. I have had a meditation practice for 30 years which helps me tune up my own self awareness, and travel as often as possible. I feel every person regardless of their life's difficulties should be held in unconditional positive regard.

About Deborah Cordell

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