I am licensed in California with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, parenting issues, coping with life changes, concentration, & memory. I also have experience working with focus. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Life purpose, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love
CA LMFT 144026
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Deborah Carter. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Deborah has changed my life in ways I never thought possible. She has helped me during my darkest hours and given me a whole new outlook on life
Written on May 24, 2026 after therapy with Deborah for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I cannot say enough positive things about my therapist. They have created such a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for me to grow and heal. I always leave sessions feeling heard, understood, and more grounded. Their insight, compassion, and ability to challenge me in productive ways have genuinely changed my perspective. I’ve made more progress with them than I ever thought possible, and I’m incredibly grateful for their support.
Written on May 21, 2026 after therapy with Deborah for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is engaging, inspiring, and very connected to what I am sharing. She has insights that I really need, is supportive, and friendly. I couldn't have asked for a better fit.
Written on Jan 26, 2026 after therapy with Deborah for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
You are such a great and amazing therapist. Your very genuine and have a bright personality. Your have a beautiful contagious character traits that make me tap in to my higher being and purpose. I love you and my therapist is better than theirs!!!!! Lol
Written on Oct 03, 2025 after therapy with Deborah for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I feel lucky and grateful to have found such a great therapist!
Written on Sep 17, 2025 after therapy with Deborah for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue