Debbie Johnson , LPC

Debbie Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Tennessee with nine years of experience supporting adults through major life challenges and personal growth. She focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, work through grief, navigate career transitions, and strengthen self-esteem and relationships. Her practice also addresses parenting concerns, addictions, anger, depression, and coping with life changes, with additional attention to issues of forgiveness, guilt, and shame.

Debbie approaches therapy with compassion and individualized attention, honoring each person's distinct story and values. She integrates evidence-based methods with a faith-centered perspective when that fits the client's preferences, aiming to help people identify their strengths and build practical coping strategies. Using collaborative, client-oriented methods, she guides clients in developing resilience and creating meaningful paths forward.

Throughout her work, Debbie emphasizes practical steps and personal empowerment. Whether clients seek support for a specific problem or broader coaching for life transitions, she offers a professional, empathetic presence designed to foster self-discovery and lasting change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Debbie Johnson draws on client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to support people in online settings. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening with empathy and helping clients set their own goals, which is useful for those seeking personal growth or faith-informed support. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and provides practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, and stress.

She also integrates elements of dialectical behavior therapy when clients need skills for emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness, offering straightforward techniques for handling intense emotions. Selecting the right approach is a collaborative process - Debbie works with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences and adapts strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Debbie can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions, reduce travel time, and access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations.