Therapist profile
Dr. Deborah Bailey, LMFT
Michigan
LMFT - Relationships and Anger
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- CredentialsLMFT
- LicenseLMFT, Michigan / 4101006417
- NPI1942578752
- Experience20 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationMichigan
About
- ACT and CBT methods
- Couples communication
- Parenting support
About Deborah
Dr. Deborah Bailey is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Michigan with 20 years of practice as an LMFT and a longer overall career in family work. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting concerns, anger, grief, addiction, trauma and related life changes. Her approach is practical and straightforward, aimed at helping people reduce the friction that gets in the way of daily life.
She uses several evidence-based therapies to guide sessions, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, and the Gottman Method for relationship work. That range lets her address both immediate symptoms and the patterns that sit underneath them.
In sessions she focuses on communication problems, rebuilding trust, and improving emotional closeness when relationships feel strained. For parenting concerns she works on parent-child dynamics and practical strategies for everyday interaction. When anger or stress is present she helps people notice triggers and choose different responses.
Her background includes long experience in family life education before moving into licensed therapy practice. That history shows up as a focus on real-life skills and clear steps people can try between sessions. Her work also covers chronic illness, caregiver stress, attachment and family-of-origin issues.
People who come to her can expect a collaborative process that combines talk with skill practice. To begin, users are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.
How sessions work
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without being pushed around by them. It focuses on values and small actions that move someone toward a life they care about and can be useful for anger, anxiety, and life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them in real life. It includes practical exercises to change thinking and behavior, which can reduce stress and help manage mood and anger.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for managing strong emotions, improving tolerance for distress, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness. These tools are often used when emotions feel overwhelming and communication breaks down.
Deciding which approach fits best is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to match methods to goals and preferences, and may use more than one approach as needs change.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people find remote sessions help them practice skills in their day-to-day routines while keeping therapy practical and focused.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, parenting issues, anger, trauma, grief, addictions, and related life changes.
What is her approach or style in therapy?
She blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and the Gottman Method to address both symptoms and relationship patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and additional years working in family life education prior to becoming licensed.
Where is she licensed and what credential does she hold?
She is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Michigan and holds the credential MI LMFT.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled and what does payment look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with scheduling an appointment?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.