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Debra Aquino

Debra Aquino

LCSW

Kentucky

Compassionate LCSW focused on practical change

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, Kentucky / 255615; LCSW, Tennessee / 8064
Experience
3 years
Languages
English
Location
Kentucky

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    • Motivational Interviewing
    • Client-centered
    • Solution-focused

    About Debra

    Debra Aquino is an LCSW practicing in Kentucky. She brings three years of clinical experience to her work and aims to create a respectful, compassionate space for people to talk through their concerns. She focuses on reducing stress and anxiety and helping clients navigate depression, bipolar symptoms, and major life changes.

    She also addresses parenting challenges, relationship and family strain, and work-related stress. Debra supports people managing ADHD, anger, low self-esteem, grief, and Seasonal Affective Disorder. She notes attention to multicultural concerns and veteran and armed forces issues as additional focus areas.

    Her style is warm and conversational. Sessions are collaborative and tailored to each person’s situation. Debra emphasizes practical steps alongside listening and reflection, using approaches that match what the client needs and wants.

    Motivational Interviewing is part of her toolbox for helping people find their own reasons to change. She also uses client-centered work, cognitive behavioral ideas, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused strategies to build small, achievable goals.

    People who come to her can expect direct, plain talk and an emphasis on realistic next steps. She encourages anyone ready to try something different to take the first step and see how therapy could fit into their life.

  2. How therapy approaches shape online work

    Debra uses Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify their reasons for change and build momentum toward goals. This approach is conversational and aims to strengthen a person’s own motivation rather than push a single plan. Client-centered therapy is also central to her work and focuses on listening carefully, reflecting back what matters, and letting the client set the pace and priorities.

    She draws on cognitive behavioral ideas to help identify unhelpful thinking and try small, concrete behavior changes. That combination can be useful for anxiety, depression, and managing symptoms like low mood or disruptive habits. Together these approaches give a mix of listening, practical skill-building, and step-by-step problem solving tailored to the person’s goals.

    Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Clients are invited to give feedback so the plan can change as progress is made.

    The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people use mindfulness exercises or thought-recording tools between sessions to reinforce progress.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemADHD

    Also works with

    LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

    Additional focus areas

    Veteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    3+ years

    Listed in

    Kentucky, Tennessee

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of problems does she help with?

    She works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes. She also supports people facing parenting challenges, relationship and family strain, grief, and career stress.

    How would you describe her therapy style?

    Her approach is warm and conversational with a focus on collaboration. She leans toward practical steps and helps clients set small, achievable goals.

    What is her professional background?

    She holds an LCSW and has three years of clinical experience working with a broad range of concerns. Her work includes attention to multicultural issues and veteran and armed forces topics.

    Where is she licensed and based?

    She is licensed as an LCSW in Kentucky and practices from that state.

    Which languages are sessions offered in?

    Sessions are offered in English and she is available to work with international clients.

    What session formats are available?

    Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered.

    How are therapy costs handled?

    Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working with her?

    Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

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