Dr. Debra Brown, LCSW, CSW
Experienced, nonjudgmental support for meaningful change
- 27 years experience
- Individuals couples families
- Grief change relationships
About Dr. Debra Brown
Dr. Debra Brown, LCSW, CSW, is a licensed clinician with over 27 years of behavioral health experience. She has supported individuals, couples, and families across a wide range of circumstances, including military personnel and veterans, members of the LGBTQ community, and people managing acute health conditions, addictive disorders, and psychiatric concerns. Her background also includes work with ex-offenders and prison populations, giving her a broad perspective on the many ways stress, trauma, and life transitions can impact well-being.
In her work, Dr. Brown helps clients who are grieving a loss, adjusting to major life changes, and working through relationship challenges. She also has experience supporting people navigating immigration and acculturation stressors, where identity, belonging, and change can feel especially complex.
Dr. Brown is committed to fostering an open, safe space where clients can share thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. She recognizes that reaching out for support can take real courage, especially when seeking a more fulfilling life and beginning the process of change. She offers steady guidance and encouragement as clients move forward on their personal journey.
In her work, Dr. Brown helps clients who are grieving a loss, adjusting to major life changes, and working through relationship challenges. She also has experience supporting people navigating immigration and acculturation stressors, where identity, belonging, and change can feel especially complex.
Dr. Brown is committed to fostering an open, safe space where clients can share thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. She recognizes that reaching out for support can take real courage, especially when seeking a more fulfilling life and beginning the process of change. She offers steady guidance and encouragement as clients move forward on their personal journey.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Debra Brown have?
Dr. Debra Brown has 27 years of behavioral health experience.
Is Dr. Debra Brown a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dr. Debra Brown holds the credentials LCSW and CSW, and is licensed in Georgia (GA LCSW CSW002411).
In which languages does Dr. Debra Brown provide therapy?
Dr. Debra Brown provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Debra Brown located?
Dr. Debra Brown is located in Georgia.
How can I work with Dr. Debra Brown as my therapist?
Sessions with Dr. Debra Brown are available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that fits their needs.
Does Dr. Debra Brown work with international clients?
Yes. Dr. Debra Brown works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Debra Brown 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.
Practical Online Support, Grounded in Evidence-Based Therapy
Dr. Debra Brown draws from established approaches that can translate well to online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and the behaviors that keep them going, then practicing new skills that support steadier mood, reduced stress, and clearer decision-making. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) builds practical tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and communication, which can be especially helpful when life feels intense or relationships feel strained. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients make room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking values-based steps toward what matters most, supporting change without getting stuck in self-criticism or avoidance.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dr. Brown works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, identify what is getting in the way, and choose strategies that fit their needs, preferences, and pace.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to keep therapy consistent during busy weeks, travel, or major life transitions, while still receiving structured support from a licensed professional.