“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” ~ Jeremiah 29:11
Deborah Driggs
Ph.D. Clinical Psychotherapist
Finding the best therapist for your unique needs is an important first step. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have about my services.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Provider and an Approved Supervisor in Tennessee. I hold a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, with a minor in Advanced Clinical Skills. I am particularly interested in the treatment areas of trauma, grief and loss, self-concept, and spiritual struggle.
A main goal of mine is to create a space for you to experience therapeutic safety and calming, a nonjudgmental atmosphere to explore your life challenges, regain your voice, reestablish healthy direction and move forward toward healing and healthy living. Therapy that delivers empirically sound and evidence-based treatment is paramount for an individual to receive optimum care.
License/Certifications
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Ph.D., Counselor Education & Supervision/Clinical Counseling
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LPC/MHSP, License #2710
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LADAC II, License #1512
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Approved Supervisor, TN
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National Board Certified Counselor, NBCC
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EMDR Practitioner, Lev I, II, & Certfied Trained
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Mandatory Pre-Screening Agent,
Dept. of Mental Health, State of TN -
Critical Incident / Crisis Response
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Forensic Interviewer, NCAC Model
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Prepare/Enrich Facilitator
Professional Activities/Memberships
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Program Director, DePriest Center
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Adjunct Faculty, Lipscomb University
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President, Rutherford County Psychotherapist Association (RCPA)
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American Counseling Association (ACA)
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Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselors Association (TLPCA)
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American Association of
Christian Counselors (AACC) -
EMDR International
Association (EMDRIA) -
Chi Sigma Iota (CSI)
PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICES are provided to a diversity of patients in all stages of life struggling with traumas, PTSD, Dissociation, Depression, Anxiety/Stress, Life Transition, Addiction, Grief & Loss and other mental health or emotional issues. Clients as young as four years of age have been successfully treated. An integrative, holistic approach focusing on the whole self- mind, body, and spirit is utilized. The BPSS Model (Biological-Psychological-Social-Spiritual) guides counseling from the initial clinical assessment to your treatment discharge. Empirical and Evidence-Based treatments are employed to target your unique clinical needs effectively and comprehensively.
SUPERVISION FOR LICENSURE is an important professional service and time of growth for Pre-Licensed mental health providers. Administrative and Clinical Supervision services are provided to Post Master's students seeking licensure as a Professional Counselor in Tennessee.
Contact Me
Once you submit this form, a team member will contact you within 24 hours (Monday-Thursday). We'll help you set up your Client Portal, where you can complete intake paperwork before scheduling your first appointment. This paperwork outlines what to expect in counseling and provides a space to share any information you'd like us to know.