Deborah Simmons
I am the clinical director of Primrose Healing and Wellness. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a doctorate in Health Psychology. I am an educator as well as a therapist, which is a strength I bring into my work with my clients. I have learned that over the years, there is no one specific way to treat people. It is important to reach people where they are. I take a multi-dimensional and holistic approach to therapy that is based on sound clinical interventions. I believe in incorporating all aspects of a person’s life: physical, psychological, psychosocial, and spiritual, into treatment when appropriate.
I work with individuals, couples, and families. I treat a variety of conditions, ranging from depression, anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders, and trauma issues to couples and family work. I have a passion for health and wellness and believe in the education of holistic wellness.
Therapy has changed in the last couple of years and has moved to teletherapy. Teletherapy and other wellness services at Primrose have all been able to transition to an online platform. During these difficult times, Anxiety is the primary reason that people need to talk with someone.
When I work with people during difficult times, I begin by assessing everything that is going on in someone’s life and begin to put a treatment plan together that includes psychotherapy, lifestyle changes, relaxation, leisure, breathing, yoga, and energy work. Yes, even energy work can be done online. Many people do not want to take medication for anxiety, so developing alternative ways to cope is critical. Having someone a client can talk to and get support from is so important during difficult times. Family and friends do not always provide the objectivity that is needed to solve.
It is not all about work, though. In my spare time, I love to travel, ballroom dance, and practice Pilates. My favorite words are BELIEVE and RESILIENCE.
Licensed in CA
Sees individuals & families
Similar specialties
Licensed in CA, Sees individuals & families, Similar specialties.