Licensed clinical social worker recordConnecticut
Deborah Petry, LCSW
Connecticut
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Relationships and Addictions
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 079052
- Licensed in Connecticut
- LCSW, licence 13463
- NPI
- 1497856108
- Experience
- 16 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Connecticut
These details come from information Deborah supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Addictions
- Couples communication
- Parenting support
About Deborah
Deborah Petry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and Connecticut with 16 years of practice. She works with people dealing with addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, and parenting challenges. Her approach is direct and practical, focused on clarifying goals and finding workable steps toward them.
She uses client-centered principles to keep conversations focused on what matters to each person. Sessions emphasize collaboration and concrete skills rather than jargon. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing are used to address patterns of thought and motivation around behavior change.
For couples, she incorporates elements of the Gottman Method to map communication patterns and practice specific exercises aimed at improving interaction. That method is presented as a set of practical tools couples can try between sessions. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to set small, achievable goals and track progress over time.
Petry favors short, clear steps clients can use in everyday life. She works with issues such as codependency, commitment and communication problems, infidelity, divorce and separation, and substance misuse alongside mood and personality concerns. Family of origin and ongoing family problems are also within her focus.
Sessions aim to identify changes that have a measurable effect on daily routines and relationships. People who want straightforward, skills-oriented work that connects therapy to real-life demands often find this style useful.
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Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person's own goals and preferences. It involves listening closely and shaping sessions around what the client identifies as important, which helps with relationship and parenting concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises and homework to change unhelpful patterns, useful for mood issues and addiction-related behaviors.
The Gottman Method gives couples clear communication exercises and step-by-step tools to practice together. It is oriented toward improving everyday interaction and rebuilding trust after conflict.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and help decide which methods fit the client's goals, needs, and preferences. That decision is made together and can evolve as progress is tracked.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people use written notes or screen-sharing for worksheets and exercises, which can support CBT and Gottman-style homework. Licensed professionals can adapt these methods for virtual work, and she will discuss how to structure sessions to match daily life.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
New York, Connecticut
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, and parenting concerns, plus related topics like codependency, infidelity, and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her work is collaborative and client-centered with a focus on practical steps. She also uses CBT, Motivational Interviewing, the Gottman Method, and Solution-Focused Therapy depending on goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has 16 years of clinical experience working with individuals and couples.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, listed as NY LCSW and CT LCSW, and practices out of Connecticut.
Can I work with her in other languages or from another country?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers