- Client-centered approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Debra
Debra Pittman is a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) in Arkansas with 17 years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing anger, trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, stress, grief, sleep problems, parenting strain, ADHD, and related concerns.
She keeps sessions straightforward and practical. Debra listens to what matters most and helps people set realistic steps to reduce anger and manage mood. She focuses on skills people can use between sessions so progress continues outside the room.
Debra draws on client-centered work to center each person’s goals. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify patterns of thinking and behavior that fuel anger. Mindfulness strategies are introduced to help with regulation and noticing triggers in the moment.
Narrative and solution-focused ideas are part of her approach when useful. Those methods help people reframe difficult events and build short-term plans to handle specific problems. Debra adapts methods to match what the person says they need.
She has long experience with life changes linked to adoption, attachment concerns, blended family stress, substance-related problems, and mood or impulse issues. Sessions aim to reduce reactive behavior, increase emotional control, and build clearer ways to solve everyday problems.
To start, Debra asks about the immediate issue and what helps or hinders change. From there she and the client map out doable steps and review progress regularly. Her practice is focused on practical skills and steady forward movement.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Debra commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy in sessions, which focuses on the person’s own goals and supports them in choosing what to work on. That approach helps people clarify what they want to change and keeps the focus on immediate concerns like anger or sleep problems.She also incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at thoughts and behaviors that maintain anger and mood problems. CBT sessions often include practical exercises and small assignments to try between meetings. Mindfulness Therapy is used to build awareness of physical sensations and early warning signs of anger so people can practice calming responses in real time.
Deciding which approach to use is a shared process. Debra will work with the client to identify goals, try methods that fit their style, and adjust the plan based on what helps. That collaborative approach makes it easier to focus on clear, achievable steps.
Session formats are not listed here, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Therapists can assign brief practice tasks and use screen-based materials during sessions to support skill building.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Arkansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with around anger?
She works with adults on anger related to trauma, stress, relationships, and mood disorders such as bipolar and depression.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and goal-focused, using client-centered listening plus CBT, mindfulness, narrative, and solution-focused techniques.
How much experience does she have?
She has 17 years of clinical experience working with mood, trauma, and behavior concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCSW licensed in Arkansas and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session formats handled?
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are available for scheduling.
How does cost and starting therapy work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule your first session.