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Debra Pintel Steiner

LCSW

Debra Pintel Steiner , LCSW

Therapist in California

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About Debra

Debra Pintel Steiner is a retired social worker who spent her career supporting families and adults within the child welfare and mental health systems. Previously employed with Alameda County Child Protective Services, she provided family counseling to households involved in the child welfare system and offered individual therapy to adults managing both mental health and chronic physical health challenges.

Now practicing as an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she focuses on individual therapy for adults coping with depression, anxiety, and relationship concerns. Her approach centers on building a trusting therapeutic relationship so clients have a safe place to express emotions and concerns and begin to see life from a fresh perspective.

Debra emphasizes listening and collaborative work to help clients explore their experiences, process difficult feelings, and identify practical steps forward. Her background with families in child welfare and with adults facing long-term health and mental health issues informs a steady, empathetic practice that supports meaningful change over time.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Client-Centered Therapy invites clients to lead the work while the therapist offers empathic presence and reflective listening. This approach helps people clarify their values, strengthen self-understanding, and address concerns such as relationship difficulties, mood challenges, and life transitions.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches practical ways to notice thoughts and sensations without judgment, helping reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, sleep challenges, and coping with chronic health concerns.

Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding and processing the impact of traumatic or abusive experiences. It aims to help clients reduce symptoms tied to past trauma and to build safer ways of relating to themselves and others.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Debra works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging allow clients to access licensed professionals from different locations and to choose formats that fit their schedules and comfort levels. This range of options makes ongoing care more accessible and easier to integrate into daily life.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Debra Pintel Steiner have?

Debra Pintel Steiner has 10 years of experience.

Is Debra Pintel Steiner a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCSW credential. License details: CA LCSW 20375.

In which languages does Debra Pintel Steiner provide therapy?

Debra Pintel Steiner provides therapy in English.

Where is Debra Pintel Steiner located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Debra Pintel Steiner as my therapist?

You can work with Debra Pintel Steiner through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Debra Pintel Steiner work with international clients?

Debra Pintel Steiner does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Debra Pintel Steiner cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyMindfulness TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English

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