Deborah Sabatino, LPC — Therapist in Virginia

Hi there, I'm Deborah!

I use a gentle holistic approach which is trauma-informed when working with clients.

My focus

My specialty is working with young adults ages 18-30 who are experiencing anxiety due to life transitions. I also specialize in relationship trauma and helping clients restore themselves back to health after they have experienced abuse of any kind. I have experience working with the Military, Law Enforcement, and their families.

My approach

I use a gentle, holistic approach that is trauma-informed when working with clients. I utilize tools from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy. I also use Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Techniques as well as EMDR to treat trauma.

My communication style

My goal is to help you feel comfortable. I create a safe, laid-back environment to discuss whatever is on your mind. You will feel safe, listened to, and accepted.

My journey to mental healthcare

I went to a therapist as a teenager and I felt listened to, understood, and accepted. I wanted to give that gift to others and it has become my passion and life's work ever since!

My goals for you

We will come up with reachable, manageable goals together within our first few sessions.

Our first session

The first session is setting the foundation for our work together. It will be a laid-back discussion of what brings you to therapy, some family history, and areas you'd like to address during our time together.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian, Interfaith, Spiritual

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Mindfulness-Based

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

Educators

Gay

Immune-Disorders

LGBTQIA+

Lesbian

Military/Veterans

Police/Fire/First Responders

Queer

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling from Regent University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Deborah Sabatino