- Anxiety and depression
- Family of origin issues
- CBT and ACT methods
About Deborah
Deborah Goza is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Louisiana with 19 years of experience. She works with adults on concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family concerns, parenting stress, and patterns that started in childhood.
Her approach is straightforward and practical. She focuses on helping people notice habits and reactions that come from the subconscious. Then she uses clear, evidence-based methods to set goals and test changes in daily life.
Deborah blends several therapeutic styles. She draws on cognitive behavioral ideas to examine thoughts and behaviors. She also uses client-centered listening to help a person feel understood. Mindfulness and emotionally-focused techniques are woven in when they fit the problem at hand.
Sessions emphasize concrete strategies and real-world practice. Clients work on tools for managing anxiety, anger, sleep, and eating concerns. She also helps people look at attachment and family-of-origin patterns that continue to affect relationships and parenting.
Her background includes nearly two decades of clinical work and recent university classes. That mix informs a practical use of theory and techniques rather than jargon or abstract theory. Deborah encourages goal setting and tracking progress so people can see whether changes are working.
People who choose her can expect a direct, respectful conversation and a focus on what to try next. To start, she guides clients through identifying problems, setting goals, and planning steps to reach them.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Deborah often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people notice inner thoughts and choose actions that match their values. ACT is useful for anxiety, avoidance, and decisions that feel stuck.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT is practical for anxiety, depression, sleep and eating concerns. Client-centered methods are used alongside these approaches to provide attentive listening and to shape the work around what the person says matters most.
Finding the best approach is part of the work. Deborah treats the choice of methods as a collaborative step. She will discuss options, try approaches, and adjust based on what fits the client's goals and preferences.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists can adapt exercises, homework, and mindfulness practices to suit the practical constraints of a client's schedule.
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family concerns, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, sleep and eating problems, and related topics.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is down-to-earth and practical. Sessions focus on identifying patterns, setting goals, and trying concrete strategies in daily life.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 19 years of professional work experience, including recent university classes that inform her practice.
What credentials and location are on file?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Louisiana.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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