Debbie Silva
LPC
Listening first, working toward calmer days
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- Client-centered care
- Mindfulness practice
- Narrative exploration
About Debbie
Debbie draws on client-centered approaches that keep the person's priorities at the center of each session. She also uses mindfulness techniques to help notice thoughts and bodily reactions, and narrative methods to help people make sense of painful events. Sessions aim to build a trusting connection and practical skills that fit daily life.
Her background includes individual and group work, and experience offering both in-person and telehealth sessions in Texas. As a military veteran, she brings familiarity with transitions and complex stressors that can follow major life changes. She describes herself as the passenger on the client's journey, helping people find their next steps without taking the wheel.
In therapy with Debbie, clients can expect a calm, listening approach and an emphasis on what matters to them now. She thanks people for the courage it takes to seek help and invites them to share their life story at their own pace. The goal is steady support and clearer direction for moving forward.
Her work includes support around relationship strain, grief, parenting pressures, sleep problems, addiction concerns, and identity issues. People who want a respectful, story-focused way to address anger and related concerns may find her approach helpful.
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the person's lead. In practice this means the therapist reflects what matters most and helps people set goals that fit their life. This approach helps with anger, relationship stress, and times of change.Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple ways to notice thoughts, emotions, and bodily tension without judgment. These skills can reduce reactivity and help with sleep problems, anxiety, and managing strong feelings. Narrative Therapy helps people tell and reframe their life stories so hard events feel more understandable and less defining.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. That conversation guides which techniques are used and how sessions are structured.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt client-centered, mindfulness, and narrative methods to an online setting so the focus stays on practical progress and steady support.
At a glance
- Listed location
- Texas
- Experience
- 6+ years
- Credentials
- LPC
- Languages
- English
- License (Texas)
- LPC · No. 89397
- NPI
- 1861962755
As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Debbie focus on?
She helps people with anger, stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strains, parenting pressures, sleep problems, addiction concerns, and related issues.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is listening-first and collaborative. Sessions center the client's priorities and combine client-centered, mindfulness, and narrative approaches.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Debbie has six years of clinical experience working with individuals and groups in both in-person and telehealth settings.
What credentials and region apply to her practice?
She holds the LPC credential, Licensed Professional Counselor, and practices in Texas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Before you start
- Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
- Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
- If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.