Deborah Palmer Thomas, LCSW — Therapist in Colorado

Hi there, I'm Deborah!

My approach to counseling is welcoming and engaging. I uphold respect, understanding, and kindness in every interaction. I believe everyone possesses inherent strengths, and with hope, resilience is within reach. Embarking on a journey toward a brighter life demands bravery. When you're ready, I stand by your side to uplift and guide you.

My focus

I assist adults and adolescents grappling with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, substance use, and partner violence.

My approach

My therapeutic approach is person-centered and strengths-based. I lean toward solution-focused therapy because I believe in equipping you with practical skills and strategies. My goal is for you to leave our sessions with a personalized toolkit to navigate life's challenges.

My communication style

In our sessions, my priority is truly listening to you with empathy and without judgment. I use open-ended questions to allow deeper exploration of your feelings. Cultural nuances matter to me, ensuring our conversations respect your unique experiences. Together, we'll focus on your strengths, building your confidence.

My goals for you

Together, we'll focus on your strengths, building your confidence. Our dialogue will be a shared journey, valuing your insights and feelings every step of the way. This is how I communicate in therapy, centered around understanding and collaborative growth.

Our first session

In our initial session, you'll be greeted by a welcoming and understanding environment. My primary aim is to genuinely listen, using open-ended questions to delve deeper into your feelings and experiences with respect to your unique background. We'll collaboratively touch upon your aspirations and begin setting goals that align with your strengths.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

+ 3 more

Focus populations

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Police/Fire/First Responders

Queer

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Single Mother

Transgender

+ 6 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 44 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) from University of Chicago.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Deborah Palmer Thomas