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Debbie McCown-Perkins, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Debbie is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Debbie. View 31 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Colorado

Recent reviews

Debbi always provided helpful advice and guidance to me in a way that makes me feel comfortable and confident moving forward after our conversations.

Aug 2024

Debbie is very professional and very understanding. She helped me feel better about myself and taught me useful life skills to manage stress. She listens and worked hard to make sure I was okay.

Jun 2024

More about Debbie

  • 12 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am an Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in Colorado. I have a BS degree in Psychology and a masters in Social Work from Walla Walla University. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, family of origin issues, career challenges, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.

My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, in a non-judgemental atmosphere. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, solution-focused counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Trauma and abuse Anger management Bipolar disorder Depression ADHD Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Eating disorders Parenting issues Self esteem Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Adoption and Foster Care Aging and Geriatric Issues Blended Family Issues Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Divorce and separation Domestic Violence Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Guilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Mood disorders Post-traumatic stress Self-love Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Debbie McCown-Perkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811358575.

  • LCSW · Colorado · CSW.09925010 · Expires August 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Debbie McCown-Perkins

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

31 reviews

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Debbi always provided helpful advice and guidance to me in a way that makes me feel comfortable and confident moving forward after our conversations.

Aug 2024

Debbie is very professional and very understanding. She helped me feel better about myself and taught me useful life skills to manage stress. She listens and worked hard to make sure I was okay.

Jun 2024

I love her!

Jun 2024

Debbie is great. She listens to what I say, gives me strong feedback and advice and suggestions to better my situation.

May 2024

Debbie has been very supportive during this time. I’m worried about my senior blind dog having cancer. She’s been very understanding. She is very kind. She is insightful. I’m happy with her being my therapist.

Apr 2024

Dr. Debbie is so amazing. Very intuitive and kind. I’m so grateful I found her

Jan 2024

She gives me a maternal feel. She's very understanding. Living in the UK and her being from US though the signal with live calls aren't always best

Aug 2023

Debbie has given me wonderful and practical advice, having demystified therapy and turning it into something very functional for myself. Highly adaptable.

Jul 2023

She is very welcoming and friendly. I have come a long way with her help!

May 2023

Debbie was great to work with and was very helpful in giving options and ways to work through the grief associated with losing a close friend of mine. I feel that I was able to work through this grief in a healthy way with the help of Debbie.

Mar 2023

Thanks

Oct 2022

Debbie listens patiently and in a non-judgemental way. She gently offers opinions (which I appreciate) and asks pertinent questions to guide self reflection, which is key to uncovering motivations. I'm enjoying our sessions.

Sep 2022

I really felt comfortable with Debbie and even though I've had alot of Big changes in my life over the last 2 years, she helped me understand that my biggest problem that I have is that I am a passive personality.Deb gave me homework that helped me see different ways to express what my needs and desires are without being a pushover for everyone to walk over.

May 2022

Debbie is knowledgeable and friendly.

May 2022

I did not participate in any therapy sessions. I actually didn’t even show up to our scheduled appointment. And she continued to reach out to me to make sure that I was OK. I really really appreciated her efforts because I had Covid and it is nice to know that she cared enough to check on me.

May 2022

Debbie is patient and kind, she helps me navigate my feelings and emotions. Debbie has helped me through some things that I would have not been able to do alone.

Apr 2022

Debbie is phenomenal. She is caring, kind, knowledgeable, supportive and nonjudgmental. She approaches everything from an open point of view and considers all aspects. She has helped me through some big things this year, and continues to support me every step of the way. I am so very grateful for her.

Mar 2022

Debbie always listens and provides good advice without judgment.

Nov 2021

She’s awesome

Oct 2021

Debbie is wise, sweet, understanding, and encouraging whilst also being realistic and professional. She helps to ground me when I’m anxious or need validation. She helped me overcome an extremely hard obstacle. I would highly recommend her!

Oct 2021

I am in my second week and I have found it to be very helpful and comforting to have a safe place to talk about my mental health. Debbie made me feel at ease right away.

Oct 2021

Debbie is skilled in her profession, but she also possesses qualities I've felt so many other therapists lack. Kind, gentle, empathetic, sympathetic, understanding, relatable. I would recommend anyone to Debbie. Especially if you're over sensitive and emotional, like I am =D

Jul 2021

Better help is an amazingly simple way to find a counselor. It’s like finding a new best friend that has her degree! This is convenient, professional, help in the palm of you hand!

Apr 2021

Debbie is super nice and I really like talking to her!

Mar 2021

Debbie is awesome! She is personal, inquisitive and realistic when it comes to everything we talk about.

Feb 2021

Debbie has been a wonderful counselor. She is kind and caring, and has replied to me in a timely manner every time. She is attentive during our sessions and has addressed my main concerns. I would recommend her to anybody.

Jan 2021

She is very friendly and gives me constructive guidance and aids me to the best of her ability though there is a cultural difference.

Oct 2020

She is kind and interactive. I feel listened to.

Oct 2020

Debbie was supportive, understanding and non-judgmental and offered realistic solutions to issues that could be sustained and developed. She was always prompt in replying or scheduling sessions, and always on time for our chats. Talking to her felt natural and she has a way of putting you at ease and letting you talk without asking leading questions. She helped me put down goals and have realistic expectations from my interactions. Thanks!

Oct 2020

Debbie is attentive and a good listener. She helps me see understand why I feel the way that I do and suggests ways that I can deal with triggers of anxiety and stress. She is very understanding and supportive and helps me keep my life on track to feel better and gives me strategies that I can manage stressful events in my life. I couldn’t recommend her enough.

Oct 2020

I’ve never felt so at ease to talk about fragile subjects with someone so quickly. We’ve had internet and video troubles but that’s not made me panic. She handles those situations well. We talk across different time zones easily. She’s gentle.

Oct 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Debbie McCown-Perkins offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Debbie McCown-Perkins works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Debbie McCown-Perkins speak?

Debbie McCown-Perkins speaks English.

How many years of experience does Debbie McCown-Perkins have?

Debbie McCown-Perkins has 12 years of experience.

Where is Debbie McCown-Perkins licensed to practice?

Debbie McCown-Perkins is licensed to practice in Colorado.

Does Debbie McCown-Perkins accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Debbie McCown-Perkins accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Debbie McCown-Perkins offer?

Debbie McCown-Perkins offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Debbie McCown-Perkins?

Debbie McCown-Perkins can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Debbie McCown-Perkins?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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