Debbie McCown-Perkins , LCSW, CSW

Debbie McCown-Perkins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Clinical Social Worker (CSW) licensed in Colorado, bringing 14 years of professional experience to her practice. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Social Work from Walla Walla University, and has spent her career supporting people through a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, grief, and trauma related to physical or emotional abuse. Her work also addresses stress, anger, addictions, eating issues, and the many transitions and role changes that life can bring.

Her counseling style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion within a non-judgmental atmosphere. She draws on cognitive-behavioral techniques, humanistic and client-centered principles, and solution-focused strategies to shape conversations and plans that reflect each person’s unique situation. Treatment is tailored to individual goals and strengths, with practical tools and collaborative planning to support coping and growth.

Debbie emphasizes empowerment and realistic steps toward a more fulfilling life, offering steady support as clients take the often-challenging first steps toward change. She looks forward to working with individuals ready to explore new possibilities and build lasting skills for well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Debbie McCown-Perkins integrates several evidence-based methods that adapt well to remote work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, empathic relationship where the client’s goals guide the work - this approach supports self-exploration, confidence building, and relationship or life-transition challenges. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused technique intended to help process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity, often applied for post-traumatic stress and abuse-related symptoms.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the collaborative process. Debbie works with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made and new priorities emerge.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and access from home or other convenient locations. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care through life changes, reduce travel time, and allow clients to engage with licensed professionals in a way that fits their routines and responsibilities.