Deonya M.
My name is Deonya and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Knoxville Tennessee. I received my Masters from the University of Louisville and have been practicing for 18 years. I assist individuals with psychological, emotional, and social challenges using an evidence-based and holistic approach to help improve positive daily functioning.
Having worked with Adolescent to Midlife for the past 18 years, I've developed a productive method for helping you (a) identify the root cause of your challenges and (b) create a tailored plan that leads to measurable progress.
First session
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
Strengths
Having worked with Adolescent to Midlife for the past 18 years, I've developed a productive method for helping you (a) identify the root cause of your challenges and (b) create a tailored plan that leads to measurable progress.
Ideal clients
I love working with individuals from Adolescents to Midlife stages of life. This allows me to assist individuals with working through the life stages of passion, enterprise, and contemplation.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Regularly used in practice. -Identify Negative Thoughts -Practice New Skills -Set Goals -Solve Problems -Self Monitor -Restructure Cognitive Patterns -Identify and Unravel Cognitive Distortions
EMDR
Regularly used in practice. EMDR is used to help individuals process and resolve distressing memories and emotional experiences, particularly those related to trauma.
Motivational Interviewing
Regularly used in practice. Motivational Interviewing is used to help clients explore and resolve their ambivalence about change, ultimately increasing their internal motivation to make desired behavioral changes.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Regularly used in Practice. Person-centered techniques foster personal growth and self-discovery by emphasizing the client's unique perspective and experiences. The approach focuses on creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, ultimately leading to increased self-awareness, improved relationships, and greater self-esteem.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Regularly used in practice. Solution Focused techniques help individuals identify their strengths and move towards their desired future, rather than dwelling on problems,
Location
Virtual sessions