- Client-centered
- Mindfulness
- Trauma-focused
About Debra
Debra Pintel Steiner is a licensed clinical social worker with ten years of practice. She focuses on helping adults who are coping with depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, and self esteem concerns. She aims to create a trusting space where people can talk about their emotions and feel heard.
Before offering independent therapy she worked for Alameda County Child Protective Services providing family counseling within the child welfare system. She has also supported adults managing mental health and chronic physical health issues. This mix of public‑sector and clinical work informs her straightforward approach.
In sessions she centers the person rather than a strict technique. She listens first, helps clients name what matters, and then works together on small, practical steps. She uses client-centered methods that follow the person’s lead and mindfulness practices to build awareness and calm.
When trauma is part of the story she uses trauma-focused approaches to help people process painful experiences at a pace that feels manageable. She combines that with grounding and coping skills for everyday life. The focus is on improving daily functioning and relationships rather than on labels.
Debra is based in California and offers therapy in English. Her LCSW credential is listed as CA LCSW. People interested in starting can use the site’s Start Therapy flow to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.
Before offering independent therapy she worked for Alameda County Child Protective Services providing family counseling within the child welfare system. She has also supported adults managing mental health and chronic physical health issues. This mix of public‑sector and clinical work informs her straightforward approach.
In sessions she centers the person rather than a strict technique. She listens first, helps clients name what matters, and then works together on small, practical steps. She uses client-centered methods that follow the person’s lead and mindfulness practices to build awareness and calm.
When trauma is part of the story she uses trauma-focused approaches to help people process painful experiences at a pace that feels manageable. She combines that with grounding and coping skills for everyday life. The focus is on improving daily functioning and relationships rather than on labels.
Debra is based in California and offers therapy in English. Her LCSW credential is listed as CA LCSW. People interested in starting can use the site’s Start Therapy flow to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.