About Me
My name is Dr. Debra DeFour-Pierce. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of New York and have a doctorate in clinical-school psychology. I am a certified school psychologist with experience in formal and informal psychological assessment. I received my doctorate from Pace University and a certificate in Crisis Management from Long Island University. In my 30 years of working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, I have dedicated myself to helping clients gain insight into how their thoughts, feelings, and beliefs impact their life situation(s).
My clinical approach to treatment is eclectic and culturally sensitive. I am dedicated to working with my clients to develop effective coping strategies, by incorporating cognitive behavioral-rational emotive therapy, an interpersonal approach, and encourage the use of mindfulness. I have actively collaborated with clients seeking help for various concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, self-awareness, coping with life changes, family conflicts, relationship issues, and parenting issues. Once a relationship develops between us, you will see that my clinical approach is direct, respectful, empathetic, and sometimes humorous.
I am here as your ally to explore several options of how to work through your current issues and will be able to provide you with useful strategies to deal with your current stressors. I am here to help you achieve and foster stronger mental and emotional health. I look forward to working with you on your journey to gaining insight and self-awareness.
SPECIALTIES
Teen Issues
Self esteem
Stress
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Trauma
Parenting Issues
LICENSING
LMHC #002471-01 (Expires: 2022-10-31)
Specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Intimacy-related issues , Anger management , Coping with life changes , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Body Image , Family Problems , Guilt and Shame , Impulsivity , Read more...
Clinical approaches:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy
Services Offered
Messaging
Live Chat
Phone
Video
Licensing
LMHC #002471-01 (Expires: 2022-10-31)
Reviews
Good work and paying attention to patient I like it
I have only had a limited amount of sessions with Dr. DeFour-Pierce, and yet I feel I have found someone to work with that creates connection and familiarity that for me are essential in building trust in the exchange. I have found her to be caring and gentle in her approach and feel supported by her thoughtfulness.