Business Details
33 Years
experience
Licensed Clinical Psychology Services in TX, MA & NH
As a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to providing compassionate and evidence-based mental health care. My practice focuses on cognitive behavioral therapy and systemic therapy, serving individuals, families, and couples across diverse backgrounds. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, women, and the LGBT community, integrating a multicultural perspective informed by my advanced degree in Multicultural Women's and Gender Studies. With licensure in Texas, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, I offer telehealth services to ensure accessibility for clients in these states.My therapeutic approach emphasizes short-term, goal-oriented treatment, typically within 16 sessions, to address issues such as trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and family dynamics. I hold advanced certifications in Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma and maintain active memberships in professional organizations like the American Psychological Association's Division 44 and WPATH. My practice balances clinical expertise with a deep commitment to respecting client privacy, particularly when working with adolescents, and fostering empowerment through personalized care.
Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Telehealth Services
Trauma Therapy
Play Therapy
Family Therapy
LGBTQ+ Support
Women's Mental Health
Adolescent Counseling
Parent Education
Systemic Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of clinical psychology expertise with evidence-based therapies.
- Our telehealth services provide accessible care across Texas, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.
- We specialize in trauma therapy with Cognitive Processing Therapy certification.
- Our multicultural approach addresses gender, race, and sexual orientation dynamics.
- We maintain strict adolescent privacy protocols to build therapeutic trust.
Associations and certifications
- PSYPACT
Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
This structured therapy focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors. It helps clients develop practical coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and trauma, using evidence-based techniques tailored to individual goals within a short-term framework.
Telehealth Services
Secure video therapy sessions conducted remotely for residents of Texas, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. This service ensures accessible mental health care while maintaining confidentiality and therapeutic effectiveness through digital platforms.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma survivors, addressing PTSD symptoms through structured sessions that process traumatic memories and develop healthier coping mechanisms, grounded in evidence-based practices.
Play Therapy
Developmentally appropriate therapy for children aged 8+, using play as a communication tool to address emotional challenges. This approach helps children express feelings, resolve anxieties, and develop social skills in a safe therapeutic environment.
Family Therapy
This approach addresses family dynamics and interpersonal relationships, focusing on improving communication patterns and resolving conflicts. Sessions may alternate between individual and family formats to create holistic treatment solutions.
People
Dr Debra Dayton
Licensed Psychologist
A clinical psychologist with 30+ years of experience, specializing in CBT and systemic therapy. Holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology, a Masters in Multicultural Women's and Gender Studies, and provides telehealth services across three states.
Questions
What telehealth services do you offer?
I provide telehealth therapy sessions for residents of Texas, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, using secure video conferencing platforms for convenient access to mental health care.
How do you approach adolescent therapy?
I prioritize adolescent privacy by requiring joint parent-child sessions after the initial visit and maintaining confidentiality unless safety concerns arise, fostering trust for effective therapy.
What therapy modalities do you specialize in?
My practice focuses on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Systemic Therapy, with specialized training in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma treatment.
How do you support the LGBT community?
I employ a gender-affirmative model and multicultural approach, addressing unique challenges faced by LGBT individuals through personalized therapy that respects diverse identities.
What experience do you have with children's therapy?
With extensive play therapy experience, I help children aged 8+ process emotions and develop coping strategies, while providing concurrent parent education for comprehensive family support.
