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Debra Jenkins, LCSW-C

Stress, Anxiety Relationships Family conflicts Trauma, Abuse Depression
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About me

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








Professional experience

42yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Relationships Family conflicts Trauma, Abuse Depression

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

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

MD LCSW-C 06765

Reviews

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