My name is Deborah Kirkland. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over eight years of experience counseling in a non-profit trauma center. Many of my clients have experienced childhood abuse and neglect as well as adverse life experiences into adulthood. I have worked with individuals from a variety of cultural backgrounds, socio-economic statuses, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Seeking treatment for mental health takes courage. It is not easy to open up the most private aspects of our lives to a complete stranger. Thus, my philosophy is to build a trusting therapeutic relationship. The client and I work together to determine appropriate treatment goals and the best course of action to accomplish those goals. Therapy should be tailored to the individual. My educational background includes a M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Stephen F. Austin State University. I have a B.A. in History from Arizona State University. I also have a M.A. in English and a M.A. in Teaching from Stephen F. Austin State University. I have always been interested in the complexities of the human experience. Helping others to develop the necessary skills to best meet the challenges life throws at us is my calling in life.

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

In our first session together, we will begin introductions and then dive into the specific challenges you are facing. This will help me to tailor a treatment plan specifically for your needs.

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

I am warm, compassionate, and friendly. I have often been described by friends and family as being laid back, and easy-going. I am also organized and disciplined when it comes to meeting my client’s treatment goals. I am accomplished at helping my client’s uncover limiting beliefs about themselves, other people, or the world in general. When we discover these limiting beliefs and challenge them, improvements in our mental well-being happen.

About Deborah Kirkland

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