Deborah Johnson, LMHC, NCC

Deborah Johnson
Deborah JohnsonLMHC, NCC
I am a Licensed and Board Certified Mental Health Counselor with over seven years of experience working with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and from all walks of life. I work with adult (18+) and older adult populations. I am particularly skilled at and specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, gender-based violence, women’s issues, grief/loss, life transitions, elderly challenges and relationship issues My clinical skills include helping people experiencing anxiety, depression abuse, mood and adjustment disorders, self-esteem issues, care-giver stress, Bipolar, ADHD/ADD, etc. I also offer the option of psychotherapy from a faith-based, Biblical/Christian perspective. Together we work not only toward developing healthy coping skills, but toward healing for a sense of purpose, contentment, and peace.

I take a calm yet effective approach to therapy, believing that when a client embarks on a therapeutic journey it can be life changing. I always seek to create a warm and nurturing environment where you can feel safe and protected. It is my goal to help you live and love your life by developing the insights and tools necessary to overcome whatever difficulties you experience. I actively listen to you with compassion and understanding as you share your story and your concerns. My approach is, growth and healing.
tailor made to you and your individual needs. This is your journey toward greater self-awareness
I offer counseling appointments in person at the physical office in Palm Harbor, Florida or online via Telehealth.

  • Relationships
  • Self-Esteem
  • Domestic Violence/Abuse
  • ADHD
  • Bipolar
  • Trauma
  • PTSD
  • Spiritual Counseling
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Stress.

LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) # MH 16389, October, 2018-Florida Dept. of Health
MA in Counseling, May 2014-REGENT UNIVERSITY, Virginia Beach, VA
BA in Psychology/Counseling, May 8, 2010- DAVIS COLLEGE, Johnson City, NY

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Mental Health Counselor, PALM HARBOR COUNSELING TEAM, Palm Harbor, FL, October 2019-present
Mental Health Counselor, Support Group Facilitator, Mental Health Presentations, Legal Advocate, RCS Pinellas, Clearwater, FL, December 2018-present
Mental Health Counseling Intern, Lighthouse Counseling, Palm Harbor, FL, August 2018-November 2018
Mental Health Counseling Intern, Directions for Living, Clearwater, FL, January 2016-April 2017
Mental Health Counseling Intern, Palm Harbor Family Counseling Center, Palm Harbor, FL, August 2015-August 2016
Mental Health Counseling Intern, CARING COMMUNITY COUNSELING, St. Petersburg, FL, August 2014-December 2016
Mental Health Counseling Intern, YWCA Women in Crisis, Norfolk, VA, August 2013-April 2014
Mental Health Counseling Supervision online for mental health counseling students, Tavriyskiy Christian Institute (TCI), Ukraine, 2013-2014

HONORS
Chi Sigma Iota, Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA, February 2013
Dean’s List, Davis College, Johnson City, NY, Spring 2004
Who’s Who, Davis College, Johnson City, NY, 2010
Dean’s List, Davis College, Johnson City, NY, Fall 2003

CERTIFICATIONS
Board Certified, National Certified Counselor(NCC), September 2014-present

  • Cigna
  • EAP
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Tri-Care
  • Aetna
  • Self-Pay
  • $105/Hr Fee
  • Sliding Scale: No