Evidence-Based Therapy for Californians
Therapy Approach & Orientation
My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate space for my clients to heal and become empowered to realize their counseling goals and embrace their authentic selves. I specialize in assisting clients to recover from trauma, and some of the interventions I utilize include EMDR and The Flash Technique.
Both of these interventions work with the brain’s information processing systems to allow individuals to reprocess trauma memories in a healthy manner, gain insights, and experience relief from psychological and somatic symptoms related to those trauma memories.
I support clients in their learning about and identifying strategies that will allow them to constructively manage debilitating symptoms of depression and anxiety.
I have over 8 years of experience working in behavioral health and substance use recovery settings as a clinician with diverse adult clients, and 14 years working as a therapist in psychiatric hospitals.
Practice Information
I provide individual psychotherapy with adult clients exclusively, using only telehealth currently.
I offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation and welcome inquiries to assist in determining if I might provide what the client is seeking.
My orientation embraces:
- Holistic client recovery
- Eclectic psychotherapeutic interventions
I attempt to convey:
- Respect for each person's worldviews and dignity for diverse identities
- A desire to assist clients in experiencing empowerment to improve their mental health, quality of life, and mastery over challenging emotions, thoughts, and behaviors
- A safe place for clients to express themselves and grow, making the metamorphosis they desire while finding constructive strategies to allow healing and long-term healthier, happier living
Specialties
- Trauma
- PTSD
- Addiction Relapse Prevention
- Anger Management
- Anxiety and Stress Management
- Arts for Healing
- Assertive Communication/Interpersonal Effectiveness
- Coping Skills
- Distress Tolerance
- Emotion Regulation
- Healthy Lifestyle
- Ideal Parent Figures
- Leisure Counseling
- Memory Strengthening
- Mindfulness
- Overcoming Automatic Negative Thinking and Cognitive Distortions
- Self-Soothing/Relaxation Strategies
- Suggestive State Narrative
- Self-Compassion Building
- Insight Development
- Social Skills Development
- Trust Development
Testimonials
AS
Age 26
"Debbie has created a very safe space for me to grow and self reflect. She has provided me great tools that help me with my healing journey. I am grateful for having a therapist that is very receptive to my needs."
JH
Age 49
"Debbie Malloy is a true joy to work with because she really cares. She listens, is empathetic and compassionate. She provides professional methods & tools for overcoming trauma, dealing with difficulties, and is a valued asset through the healing process."
MS
Age 20
"Debbie has been an amazing person to have by my side though my healing journey. She makes it feel as though we are just friends talking while being a mental health professional."
AR
Age 45
"Debbie made me feel cared for not only as a client, but as a human being."
Female
Age 30
"I am so blessed to have met Debbie! She is a wonderful, happy, full-of-light soul. She pulled me out of the darkness I thought I could never escape. She always brightens up my day. She cheers me on more than my family ever has. Words can't describe what she has brought to my life. There is a light at the end of the tunnel and that's Debbie for me."
Female
Age 20s
"Debbie has been an amazing person to have by my side through my healing journey. She makes it feel as though we are just friends talking while being a mental health professional."