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I am a seasoned clinical social worker with over 35 years of experience providing therapy to individuals, couples, families, and groups. I obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Connecticut in 1979. I received a Master of Social Work Degree with a concentration in Family Services from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work in 1981,
During my tenure as a private practice practitioner, clinical administer, certified trainer and evaluator, I have had the unique pleasure to obtain several certifications and recognition for my interactions with clients. In addition, I had pleasure of serving on the NASW (National Association of Social Workers Clinical Subsidiary for Children) I was also appointed to serve on the Executive Broad of Psychiatry at renowned local hospital in Maryland for a two-year term and received recognition as a contributor in the DSM-V (Diagnostic and Statistical Manuel of Mental Health Disorders Fifth Edition)
My role as therapist, has enabled me to work with individuals and families who are from diverse populations and who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting and relational problems in addition to other adult and childhood mental health related issues.
Engaging in the therapy process can be very daunting, however I am confident that you can have a positive experience when provided the appropriate strategies, time, and support. The experience, and skills that I have acquired has enabled me to be empathetic, respectful, and nonjudgmental while providing the highest quality of therapy services.
Given the opportunity to work with you, I will provide you with the necessary tools to enable you to succeed. I look for to speaking with you.
Clinical Approaches:
Client -Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Trauma Focused Therapy
Solution Focus Therapy
Additional areas of focus:Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, ADHD, Abandonment, Blended Family Issues, Codependency, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Domestic Violence, Family Problems, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, Jealousy, Life Purpose, Midlife Crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood Disorders, Multicultural Concerns, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic Stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Love, Women's Issues, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Debra Jenkins. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
She is very receptive and caring when addressing your concerns. She has a calming spirit that make me comfortable when talking to her.
Written on Jan 30, 2024 after therapy with Debra for 9 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
Debra is attentive and listens to my concerns. She also offers homework and guidance that is reliable and helpful.
Written on Jan 24, 2024 after therapy with Debra for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, adhd, and intimacy-related issues
Debra is an extremely capable and empathetic professional with very useful insights and proven practice. Highly recommend
Written on Nov 14, 2023 after therapy with Debra for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is kind, listens and develops plans based on my goals and issues discussed. She is very relatable and has helped me organize, understand my thoughts and helps me to retrain my brain/thought processes.
Written on Sep 14, 2023 after therapy with Debra for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Debra is kind and caring and has a wealth of experience. She has been a help to me since day 1.
Written on Jul 04, 2023 after therapy with Debra for 3 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse
She is very helpful and provides guidance with me getting through my issues.
Written on Jun 01, 2023 after therapy with Debra for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Ms Jenkins is awesome very attentive, listens to you, responds to you, very understanding she is a wonderful woman all around
Written on Apr 18, 2023 after therapy with Debra for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Debra is absolutely wonderful and such an empathetic listener. Highly recommend.
Written on Mar 06, 2023 after therapy with Debra for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and career difficulties
Debra is a wonderfully supportive and caring therapist. I could tell she genuinely cared about my struggles and genuinely wanted me to get better at tackling and overcoming them. And she was not shy to challenge me and to help me see things in a more positive and realistic way.
I also very much appreciate that we shared values and viewpoints in terms of our faith and how we see the world. This definitely made it so much easier to talk about certain issues and to connect. Thankful that BetterHelp has provided the option of pairing people with therapists of faith!(They did not pay me to say this haha). And thankful to God for people like Debra. Keep on the good work friend :)
Written on Feb 25, 2023 after therapy with Debra for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Debra is a very nice person with listens and gives her opinions and directions to help me in my thoughts and actions. This counseling so far has been helpful to me.
Written on Jan 20, 2023 after therapy with Debra for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management
Debra is a beautiful, caring soul and she is so knowledgeable in her field. I highly recommend her!!
Written on Jan 19, 2023 after therapy with Debra for 3 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Debra was my therapist for the past 2 months and I have a wonderful experience with her. She always listens patiently, without any judgment, and shares her insights in a very thoughtful and polite manner. She helped me to understand myself and people around me, and always has warm words to comfort or encourage when needed. She is obviously very experienced and has some interesting ideas. I couldn't have met a better therapist for my first experience with a therapy!
Written on Aug 01, 2022 after therapy with Debra for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
She listens and hears me as well. Hearing someone and listening are two different things. Highly recommended.
Written on Jul 28, 2022 after therapy with Debra for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
I would absolutely recommend Debra! She is a great listener and provided sound, Godly solutions that were very beneficial to my growth. Not to mention, she is so kind-hearted, and positive/uplifting - I 100% enjoyed my sessions with her.
Written on Apr 29, 2022 after therapy with Debra for 3 months
Great Listening Skills!
Written on Apr 04, 2022 after therapy with Debra for 2 weeks
Debra has been extremely helpful with me. I am very grateful for her expertis and advice.
Written on Mar 31, 2022 after therapy with Debra for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and self esteem
She’s very real and understanding but also firm and educated
Written on Mar 28, 2022 after therapy with Debra for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She’s very understanding. Listens well and allows you to have a safe space to say anything. She is also very gentle with you if you may be sacred in the beginning. Love to talk with her!
Written on Mar 22, 2022 after therapy with Debra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Listens carefully and try to help in every way possible. Thank you Ms. Debra
Written on Feb 09, 2022 after therapy with Debra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Ms. Debra is an amazing therapist! Working with her feels like a breath of fresh air. She listens, responds thoughtfully and cares deeply about me as a patient. I look forward to my weekly discussions with her and always leave feeling refreshed and renewed. Thank you!!
Written on Jan 19, 2022 after therapy with Debra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Debra is a godsend. She’s smart, compassionate, dedicated.
Written on Jan 13, 2022 after therapy with Debra for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Caring and knowledgeable
Written on Jan 11, 2022 after therapy with Debra for 1 month on issues concerning trauma and abuse
Great therapist
Written on Dec 29, 2021 after therapy with Debra for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Debra is very professional, honest and helpful. She is a wonderful listener who seeks to provide positive feedback. I have truly benefitted from only 2 sessions and look forward to working with her more.
Written on Dec 28, 2021 after therapy with Debra for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
She has been incredible I have never done therapy before and she has made me feel extremely happy that I have started.
Written on Dec 24, 2021 after therapy with Debra for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and coaching
She makes me feel very comfortable talking
to her..great listner..helps me to better see myself
Written on Dec 22, 2021 after therapy with Debra for 1 month
I'm an very comfortable sharing my concerns with Debra. She provided a safe no judgment zone when at times my thought processes should likely be judged. Debra creates a personable atmosphere and presents things in a way that really enlightens me.
Written on Nov 30, 2021 after therapy with Debra for 4 weeks
Debra is a great therapist. I've only had a few sessions with her, but she's so positive, supportive, and caring. She encourages me to be kind to myself and to celebrate the baby steps in this process. Sometimes before the sessions, I don't feel like going because I'm either sad or tired, but once I force myself to go, I really enjoy the time we get to talk.
Written on Nov 23, 2021 after therapy with Debra for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
Debra is a life saver. I mean I’ve only had a few sessions and I’m so excited to meet with her everytime. She is so sincere and knows exactly what she’s talking about. She asks the right questions at the right time. She is a blessing and very helpful in my journey to self discovery and healing. Thank you so much for matching me up with her. I must talk to her weekly she knows how to help me clear my mind. I can cry laugh and just be myself and not feel judged. She listens and allows me to speak my mind. She even closes out our sessions in prayer. Thank you Debra.
Written on Nov 11, 2021 after therapy with Debra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Debra is very professional and helps me with managing my anxieties. I love her so much!
Written on Nov 11, 2021 after therapy with Debra for 2 weeks
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