Dr. Debra Brown, LCSW, CSW
LCSW guiding recovery and healthy relationships
- Addictions and trauma
- Family and relationships
- 27 years experience
About Dr. Debra Brown
Dr. Debra Brown is a licensed clinician with more than 27 years of experience in behavioral health, offering seasoned support to people facing a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges. She holds LCSW and CSW credentials - LCSW indicates a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CSW denotes a Certified Social Worker - and brings decades of practice working with individuals, families, couples, military personnel, veterans, members of the LGBTQ community, celebrities, people with acute health conditions, those with addictive disorders, people with psychiatric issues, ex-offenders, and prison populations.
Her practice emphasizes practical assistance for clients coping with grief and loss, navigating major life transitions, and resolving relationship concerns, as well as addressing immigration and acculturation difficulties. Dr. Debra Brown integrates a variety of therapeutic tools to meet the needs of diverse clients and situations while maintaining a respectful, nonjudgmental stance.
She is committed to creating an open space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed without fear of judgment, and she views the decision to seek change as an act of courage. Based in Georgia, Dr. Debra Brown also accepts international clients and supports people at different stages of recovery and personal growth, guiding them toward more fulfilling and balanced lives.
Her practice emphasizes practical assistance for clients coping with grief and loss, navigating major life transitions, and resolving relationship concerns, as well as addressing immigration and acculturation difficulties. Dr. Debra Brown integrates a variety of therapeutic tools to meet the needs of diverse clients and situations while maintaining a respectful, nonjudgmental stance.
She is committed to creating an open space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed without fear of judgment, and she views the decision to seek change as an act of courage. Based in Georgia, Dr. Debra Brown also accepts international clients and supports people at different stages of recovery and personal growth, guiding them toward more fulfilling and balanced lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Debra Brown have?
Dr. Debra Brown has 27 years of experience in behavioral health.
Is Dr. Debra Brown a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and CSW. Her license information is listed as GA LCSW CSW002411.
In which languages does Dr. Debra Brown provide therapy?
Dr. Debra Brown provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Debra Brown located?
Dr. Debra Brown is located in Georgia.
How can I work with Dr. Debra Brown as my therapist?
Clients can work with Dr. Debra Brown through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Debra Brown work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Debra Brown works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Debra Brown cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as the client’s location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule their first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps clients clarify their values and commit to actions that align with what matters most. It focuses on developing psychological flexibility and can be useful for stress, anxiety, persistent pain, and life transitions.Attachment-Based Therapy examines patterns of connection and trust formed in early relationships and how those patterns affect current bonds. It is often used to address relationship difficulties, attachment concerns, and issues stemming from abandonment or adoption histories.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, centers on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. It is commonly applied to anxiety, depression, anger, and coping with change.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work, and Dr. Debra Brown collaborates with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. The choice of techniques evolves over time and is guided by the client’s experience and progress.
Online therapy with licensed professionals offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone appointments, live chats, or text-based messaging to fit differing schedules and circumstances. This range of options supports continued access to care for clients balancing work, family, health, or geographic limitations, while allowing therapists to tailor the format to each client’s needs.