Debra Brown, PhD, LCSW, LCSW — Therapist in Georgia

Hi there, I'm Debra!

I’m a licensed clinician with over 27 years of experience helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. My approach fosters resilience, growth, and healing, empowering you to uncover inner strengths and create a path toward emotional clarity, fulfillment, and a more balanced, meaningful life.

My focus

Struggling with life transitions, unresolved historical issues, anxiety, and self-doubt? I provide a supportive space where you can heal, grow, and gain clarity. Through collaboration and compassion, we’ll turn challenges into opportunities, strengthen coping skills, and build a fulfilling, balanced life rooted in your personal goals.

My approach

I use an integrative approach to therapy, blending evidence-based methods to meet each client’s unique needs. My personalized treatment plans may include CBT, DBT, ACT, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness, Narrative, Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, Trauma-Focused, Attachment-Based, and Client-Centered therapies.

My communication style

As your therapist, I strive to create a safe, trusting space grounded in empathy and authentic connection. My goal is to support your healing and personal growth by helping you navigate challenges, deepen self-understanding, and build lasting, meaningful change toward a more fulfilling life.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey as a therapist began after experiencing early grief and loss, which inspired me to help others heal. Through years of service, trauma-focused training, and community work, I’ve witnessed the power of resilience and empathy—motivating my dedication to guiding clients toward growth and renewal.

My goals for you

Together, we’ll set meaningful goals that align with your values, whether it's improving relationships, building self-esteem, or personal growth. As your journey evolves, we’ll adapt your plan to stay relevant and empowering, turning challenges into opportunities for healing and transformation.

Our first session

In our first session, we’ll discuss what brings you to therapy and explore your goals in a safe, supportive space. Therapy is a journey built on trust and understanding your story. Together, we’ll develop a personalized plan to guide your growth, healing, and lasting positive change.

I identify as...

Female
Biracial or Multiracial

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Humanistic

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Reality Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 13 more

Focus populations

Aviation Professionals

Blind

Body Positivity

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Immune-Disorders

Military/Veterans

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Single Mother

Vegan

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Oscar
Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
All Savers
Allegiance

+ 50 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in Social Work Policy, Planning, & Administration & Social Science from Clark Atlanta University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Clark Atlanta University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Debra Brown, PhD, LCSW