Debra Martin

Debra Martin is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with nine years of practice in Ohio. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, anger, and parenting challenges. Debra also supports those facing sleep problems, low self-esteem, ADHD concerns, and career or relationship strains.

Her approach centers on working together. She listens first, then helps clients set clear goals. Sessions are practical and focused on small changes that add up over time. She uses tools from client-centered and solution-focused work to keep progress moving.

Debra draws on mindfulness techniques to help people notice thoughts and calm intense emotions. Motivational interviewing is part of how she helps people find their own reasons to make changes. She blends these methods rather than relying on one single style.

She has experience addressing family of origin issues, communication problems, caregiver stress, and challenges around aging and life purpose. Debra also works with people coping with grief, isolation, forgiveness, and financial stress that affects mood.

Sessions are offered in English and are geared toward creating realistic steps clients can use between meetings. Debra presents therapy as a team effort where the client’s goals guide the work. New clients begin by completing a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session.

If someone is ready to start, Debra invites them to begin the intake steps and set a time to begin working toward their goals.

How Debra's Approaches Work Online

Debra uses client-centered methods that focus on listening and following the client's lead. In practice this means sessions begin by identifying what matters most to the person and shaping goals around those priorities. This approach helps when people feel stuck or unclear about their next steps.

She also uses mindfulness techniques to help people notice their thoughts and bodily reactions. These practices can reduce intense emotional reactions like anger and support better sleep and stress management. Motivational interviewing is another tool she draws on to help people explore their own reasons for change and build commitment to small, manageable steps.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Debra treats the choice of methods as a team decision and will adjust strategies based on a person’s goals and preferences. That collaborative process helps clients try different tools and keep what works best for them.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Many people appreciate online work because it can fit into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with Debra about what will work best for scheduling and the length or rhythm of sessions so they fit into everyday life.