Debra Martin , LISW

Debra Martin is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) practicing in Ohio with nine years of clinical experience supporting people across the lifespan. She helps individuals address stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, sleep difficulties, career questions, and coping with life changes. Her work also includes focus areas such as aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, attachment and family of origin issues, communication and commitment difficulties, isolation and loneliness, and questions about life purpose and money.

Debra views psychotherapy as a collaborative process rooted in mutual respect, trust, and openness. She employs an integrative, evidence-informed approach, drawing from multiple therapeutic methods to create a personalized plan tailored to each person’s goals and strengths. That approach acknowledges that meaningful change often requires effort and that the first step can feel challenging. Debra partners with clients to clarify concerns, set realistic goals, and explore treatment options in a supportive, goal-oriented manner. She holds the LISW credential, which identifies her as a Licensed Independent Social Worker able to provide clinical services in Ohio.

Debra is not currently accepting new clients.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Debra Martin

Debra integrates client-centered therapy and mindfulness therapy into her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship that helps people explore their thoughts and feelings and build on their own strengths - it is useful for issues like self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Mindfulness therapy teaches attention and awareness practices that reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation - it can help with stress, anxiety, sleep problems, and coping with change.

She also draws on motivational interviewing when helping people clarify their goals and increase motivation for change. This approach uses collaborative, open-ended conversation to strengthen a person’s own reasons for committing to new behaviors and routines, which can be helpful for career changes, health habits, or caregiving challenges. Debra works collaboratively with each person to determine which approaches fit best given their needs, goals, and preferences.

Online therapy formats - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access care around work, family, and mobility constraints. These options provide flexibility in scheduling, allow ongoing support between appointments, and help connect people with licensed professionals regardless of local barriers to in-person care.