Debra Chandler, LMSW

Debra Chandler brings a deep commitment to therapeutic work and a genuine care for the people she supports. She believes that increased self-awareness, insight, and transformation grow from a non-judgmental, compassionate relationship where individuals feel able to explore difficult feelings and patterns.

Her practice emphasizes an open, collaborative space in which people can examine thought patterns, emotional and somatic states, and behavioral habits to promote meaningful change. She offers a warm, down-to-earth presence, a curious and gentle style, and a ready sense of humor alongside an authentic engagement in sessions.

Debra takes a holistic stance that blends client-centered humanistic work with cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic perspectives. She holds an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - and has worked in the field of mental health since 1979.

Her clinical focus includes stress and anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, eating and body-image concerns, self-esteem and mood disorders including depression and bipolar, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, intimacy and sexual issues, sleep and parenting struggles, anger and career-related stress, ADHD and coping with life changes, and caregiver-related strain. She also addresses attachment issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, infidelity, isolation, life purpose, panic, and a range of family-of-origin and interpersonal problems.