Psychotherapist Debra Burrell, New York NY

Debra Burrell, LCSW

Psychotherapist Debra Burrell

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in-person assistance for people in distressed relationships wanting help
Professional approach to reduce tension, increase positivity,  and manage many other relationship related issues.
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"When I worked in Philadelphia in a child abuse clinic many years ago - Dr. Aponte was the "go to"..." Read more "When I worked in Philadelphia in a child abuse clinic many years ago - Dr. Aponte was the "go to" guy for the best work in family, child and individual therapy! I can only imagine how the years have deepened his already exxcellent expertise."
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Debra from Psychotherapist Debra Burrell Answered this on April 08, 2020
Connect socially with others in a safe way - phone calls, videos, texts, etc. Move your body - in an apartment building, walk up and down a few flights of stairs - Jump rope if you can Breathe!  long slow deep breaths; eyes closed if you can Find something you can do for someone else. (more) Connect socially with others in a safe way - phone calls, videos, texts, etc. Move your body - in an apartment building, walk up and down a few flights of stairs - Jump rope if you can Breathe!  long slow deep breaths; eyes closed if you can Find something you can do for someone else.

Debra from Psychotherapist Debra Burrell Answered this on March 30, 2020
I am reminded of a phrase I learned many year ago  "Inch by inch, life's a cinch.  Yard by yard life is hard"...To reduce the stress that we all feel, best to stay "in the present".   (more) I am reminded of a phrase I learned many year ago  "Inch by inch, life's a cinch.  Yard by yard life is hard"...To reduce the stress that we all feel, best to stay "in the present".  

Debra from Psychotherapist Debra Burrell Answered this on December 21, 2018
Staying healthy and getting strong emotionally, physically and spiritually (more) Staying healthy and getting strong emotionally, physically and spiritually

Debra from Psychotherapist Debra Burrell Answered this on December 04, 2018
When you recognize you are "laboring in isolation"  and are not "moving forward" and simply repeating the same thoughts...it may be time to reach out to trusted others or simply try an approach to problem solving you've been resistant to in the past  (more) When you recognize you are "laboring in isolation"  and are not "moving forward" and simply repeating the same thoughts...it may be time to reach out to trusted others or simply try an approach to problem solving you've been resistant to in the past 

Debra from Psychotherapist Debra Burrell Answered this on October 02, 2018
Develop specificity for the demographic who are your best clients.  SIngle women in their 30's, high stress professions, recent college grads, etc. when you can identify your target market different marketing strategies will be clearer.  Good luck!  Most of us do need to manage ocassional anxiety... (more) Develop specificity for the demographic who are your best clients.  SIngle women in their 30's, high stress professions, recent college grads, etc. when you can identify your target market different marketing strategies will be clearer.  Good luck!  Most of us do need to manage ocassional anxiety and loneliness.

Debra from Psychotherapist Debra Burrell Answered this on September 26, 2018
Healthy relationships (however you define "healthy") provides us with a feeling of safety and support. And feeling safe and supported helps us to face the many challenges in life. (more) Healthy relationships (however you define "healthy") provides us with a feeling of safety and support. And feeling safe and supported helps us to face the many challenges in life.
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Debra from Psychotherapist Debra Burrell Answered this on August 20, 2018
Sounds like you are doing practical things that will help build a practice.  I  recommend cultivating relationships over time with other therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists.  Maybe host a luncheon every couple of months with a topic of interest? Or, more informal coffee on a one to one... (more) Sounds like you are doing practical things that will help build a practice.  I  recommend cultivating relationships over time with other therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists.  Maybe host a luncheon every couple of months with a topic of interest? Or, more informal coffee on a one to one basis> Psychology Today has been a good source for me I think because I still accept insurance, unlike many colleagues.  Good luck!
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Debra from Psychotherapist Debra Burrell Answered this on August 09, 2018
Sounds to me that you are genuine in your desire to provide useful and meaningful information. That being said, a compelling title and a couple of good hashtags wouldn’t hurt! And even if there are others blogs out there, yours is still an expression of who you are and if there’s a need for it... (more) Sounds to me that you are genuine in your desire to provide useful and meaningful information. That being said, a compelling title and a couple of good hashtags wouldn’t hurt! And even if there are others blogs out there, yours is still an expression of who you are and if there’s a need for it you’ll get followers.

Debra from Psychotherapist Debra Burrell Answered this on July 30, 2018
I’m not sure what you mean by morbid probabilities...if you are discomforted by it or they are ? (more) I’m not sure what you mean by morbid probabilities...if you are discomforted by it or they are ?

Debra from Psychotherapist Debra Burrell Answered this on July 24, 2018
My own anxiety is managed by yoga and meditation and reminding myself that "all is well".How I treat anxiety with patients is more complex an answer! (more) My own anxiety is managed by yoga and meditation and reminding myself that "all is well".How I treat anxiety with patients is more complex an answer!

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