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Debra Abbey, LPC

Debra Abbey - Licensed family and ADHD counselor
  • ADHD certification
  • Works with adolescents
  • Public safety background

About Debra Abbey

Debra Abbey entered counseling after a first career in public safety and now practices as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). In her sixth year providing therapeutic services, she brings practical experience from several clinical settings including work in an intensive outpatient program and as a mobile crisis response clinician during the COVID pandemic. Her background also includes supervising services for children and families in a school-based health center, where she developed skills supporting young adolescents and their caregivers.

Debra is Certified as an ADHD clinical services provider and focuses on helping individuals and families navigate stress, anxiety, parenting and blended family challenges, self-esteem concerns, and ADHD-related issues. She draws on her varied clinical experiences to address communication and family problems, caregiver stress, impulsivity and related concerns while working closely with adolescents and their families to build coping skills and strengthen relationships.

As a licensed counselor, Debra combines her public safety perspective with clinical training to support clients facing life transitions, panic and social anxiety, and questions about life purpose and self-love. Her practice emphasizes practical strategies for everyday challenges and targeted support for family dynamics and parenting topics.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Debra Abbey have?

Debra Abbey has 6 years of experience providing therapeutic services.

Is Debra Abbey a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Her license details are CT LPC 5322.

In which languages does Debra Abbey provide therapy?

Debra Abbey provides therapy in English.

Where is Debra Abbey located?

Debra Abbey is located in Connecticut.

How can I work with Debra Abbey as my therapist?

You can work with Debra Abbey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Debra Abbey work with international clients?

Debra Abbey does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Debra Abbey cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Counseling Be a Good Fit?

Many people ask whether meeting with a therapist online can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been found to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for a wide range of everyday mental health needs.

One of the key benefits is flexibility - individuals can connect with a therapist in the way that suits them best, whether by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility makes it easier to fit regular care into a busy schedule and to maintain continuity of support through life changes.

Therapists who provide remote services are licensed professionals, and clients typically have the option to switch to a different therapist if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. Online therapy can be a practical choice for many people seeking consistent, professional support.

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