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I am a Clinical Social Worker licensed to provide psychotherapy in Texas. With me, you are working with a trained mental health professional. I received my bachelor's degree at St. Edward's University and my master's degree at The University of Texas, both in Austin, Texas.
Over the past eighteen years, I have worked with people experiencing psychiatric crises, provided child protective services, and one-on-one therapy. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns: chronic and severe mental illness (bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and borderline personality disorder); depression; anxiety; PTSD; end of life issues; grief and loss; parenting concerns. Thorough my career, I have the privilege of helping hundreds of individuals suffering with the lasting effects of trauma.
I am experienced in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). My approach is person-centered, and is tailored to your specific wants, needs, and goals. The best news is that emotional and/or psychological distress does not have to control your life!
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Dissociation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
TX LCSW 58628
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Deborah has been great, offering many times available for therapy, and responding quickly. She is easy to talk to and asks the right questions to get me talking. I really appreciate the time she takes to get to know me and understand what I am going through.
Written on Dec 17, 2024 after therapy with Deborah for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and anger management
I’ve only had two sessions so far with Deborah and feel hopeful again! I definitely look forward to the next session!
Written on Nov 22, 2024 after therapy with Deborah for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Deborah Zimmerman is amazing! She really listens, provides great feedback, and helps me tackle limiting beliefs and issues!
Written on Nov 11, 2024 after therapy with Deborah for 3 weeks
Deborah has been great help, I’ve improved myself immensely since meeting with her. She’s the best, understanding and supportive.
Written on Oct 17, 2024 after therapy with Deborah for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Deborah is empathetic and has a sense of my needs. I appreciate her.
Written on Sep 27, 2024 after therapy with Deborah for 1 month on issues concerning coping with life changes
Deborah Zimmerman and I are close in age. That means a lot to me as she can relate to me in very significant ways. She is a great listener and not pushy at all.
I highly recommend her because she is inquisitive and very kind!!
Written on Aug 25, 2024 after therapy with Deborah for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and grief