- Family of origin issues
- Parenting and young adults
- ACT and CBT approaches
About Debra
Debra Gionet is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 25 years of practice. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting strain, self-esteem, career questions, and major life changes. She also addresses family of origin issues and related concerns such as attachment and communication problems.
Debra uses several practical approaches in sessions. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients notice their patterns and try new responses. She also uses client-centered and psychodynamic ideas to understand how early family roles and expectations still shape current behavior. EMDR is part of her toolkit for people who wish to address distressing memories.
In conversation she focuses on clear goals and usable skills. Sessions often include talking through current problems, practicing new ways of communicating, and developing manageable coping steps for day-to-day life. She can discuss faith perspectives when requested and works with people from a range of beliefs.
Her background includes long-term clinical work in California settings with adults across many life stages. That experience informs practical strategies for parenting stress, workplace issues, body image, eating and food-related concerns, fertility and pregnancy-related topics, and young adult transitions. Clients who notice family patterns influencing choices often find the focus on family of origin helpful.
People who want straightforward conversation about how early relationships affect present life will find Debra's approach direct and focused on tangible change. To confirm session formats and scheduling, check the booking details before arranging a first visit.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Debra commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in her clinical work. ACT involves noticing thoughts and feelings without getting caught up in them, then choosing actions that align with personal values. It can help with anxiety, stress, and making changes that matter. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and practicing different behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve functioning, which is useful for anxiety, self-esteem, and workplace concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. She will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what feels workable. That collaborative process shapes which methods are used and how sessions are structured over time.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They also make it possible to continue work during life transitions or while managing parenting and career demands.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting strain, self-esteem, career questions, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include attachment, body image, codependency, eating and food-related issues, fertility, and family of origin issues.
What is her general therapy style?
She blends practical, skills-based methods with listening and exploration of early family patterns. Sessions emphasize clear goals and usable steps for everyday life.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience working with adults in clinical settings. That background informs work on parenting, workplace stress, and young adult transitions.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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