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I am a graduate of Columbia University, Licensed Clinical Social worker with over 20 years of experience in providing mental health and addiction treatment. I have worked extensively with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, chronic pain and various addictions.
My approach is strengths based to include the following modalities of motivational interviewing, solution focused, problem solving therapy, depression screening, Screening, Brief intervention and Referral to Treatment ( SBRIT).
If you are ready to move out of your comfort zone, outline an individualized plan of care to relieve suffering and work on specific healing elements for a lifestyle of change, then I am here to support you.
So let's get started!
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
NY LCSW-R 050839
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Deirdra Powell . 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.
Deirdra is truly fantastic! She takes the time to connect & understand her patients in a manner that is unmatched. I came to her traumatized, depressed, anxious, abusing substances, & skeptical of therapy. After having worked with her for an extended amount of time, my heart aches knowing I’m ready to move on from therapy. However, I know that our sessions have provided me with a complete toolbox of coping mechanisms to help me continue to succeed on my own including: breath work, metaphors, books, case studies, boundaries, infographics, mind exercises, journaling habits, & so many more. Deirdra provides well-rounded & highly effective care to break patterns preventing you from stepping into your best life. She caters to individual needs & levels of development, but there have NEVER been feelings of judgement or distrust. I would recommend her to anyone who is ready to start therapy! If you have the opportunity to be matched with Ms. Deirdra, you’re truly fortunate & one step closer to healing.
Written on Jun 11, 2022 after therapy with Deirdra for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Deirdra is a kind, understanding and wonderful listener. I feel she genuinely cares about my issues and I appreciate all the help she’s already done for me!
Written on Sep 22, 2021 after therapy with Deirdra for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
I was matched with Deirdra right off the bat. She’s been very patient with navigating me through my emotions and gives me great space to self explore. She has a huge library of self care recommendations. I feel very fortunate to have found such a great councilor.
Written on Sep 18, 2021 after therapy with Deirdra for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
She is truly amazing!
Written on Jun 17, 2021 after therapy with Deirdra for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
She is amazing
Written on Mar 31, 2021 after therapy with Deirdra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and self esteem