Therapist profile
Deborah Alexander, LPC
Louisiana
LPC supporting anger and life stressors
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Louisiana / 7782; LPC, Texas / 100685
- NPI1851893812
- Experience8 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationLouisiana
About
- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Trauma focus
About Deborah
Deborah Alexander is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with eight years of clinical experience working in Louisiana and Texas. She focuses on common adult concerns such as anxiety, stress, depression, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, and anger. Deborah also addresses parenting challenges, young adult issues, grief, intimacy-related concerns, bipolar disorder, ADHD, career stress, and coping with life changes.
Her style is straightforward and practical. Sessions aim to identify patterns that keep problems going and to build skills that change day-to-day reactions. She draws on approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy to guide sessions. That means clients can expect work on thoughts, emotional regulation, and trauma processing where relevant.
Deborah emphasizes culturally aware, strength-based support. She encourages clients to name what they want to change and to try out new strategies between sessions. Work often includes concrete tools for managing anger, reducing anxiety, improving mood, or repairing relationship strain.
Session work is collaborative and goal-oriented. Clients set priorities and track progress over time. Deborah helps people develop coping strategies that fit real life rather than abstract ideas.
Her background across Louisiana and Texas informs how she addresses cultural and regional realities. She offers services in English and does not accept international clients. Before booking, people should confirm current session options and any logistical details.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Deborah uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thought patterns and test new ways of thinking and behaving. CBT is practical and helps with anxiety, depression, anger, and day-to-day stress by focusing on skills you can apply between sessions.She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT skills are useful when strong emotions lead to impulsive reactions or relationship conflict. Trauma-Focused Therapy is used when past events affect current functioning, offering ways to process traumatic memories and reduce their impact on daily life.
Finding the best approach is part of the work together. Deborah will discuss goals, listen to how anger shows up, and recommend which methods to try first. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not specified here. Many people find online sessions helpful for fitting therapy into a busy schedule, shortening travel time, or keeping appointments during work breaks. Ask about the specific session formats offered so you can choose what fits your routine.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Louisiana, Texas
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with adults on anxiety, stress, depression, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, anger, grief, and related issues including ADHD and bipolar concerns.
What approach does she use in sessions?
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy to guide session work on thoughts, emotional regulation, and trauma processing.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional experience practicing as an LPC in Louisiana and Texas.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and practices in Louisiana and Texas, with services listed for Louisiana in her profile.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; confirm the current pricing and billing details before starting.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform workflow.
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