Debra Engelmann is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been practicing in Hickory, NC since 1995. She holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Adelphi University in Garden City, NY, and a Bachelor of Science Degree from the State University of New York at Oneonta.
Mrs. Engelmann has extensive experience providing individual, group, and family therapy to a diverse population. Her clinical work spans various settings, including acute care facilities, partial hospitalization programs, outpatient clinics, HIV clinics, Catawba Valley Medical Center’s gastric bypass support group, and community mental health centers.
Throughout her career, she has treated individuals with a wide range of mental health concerns. Her expertise includes working with clients experiencing depression (both simple and complex), anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), social anxiety, complicated grief and loss, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), life transition challenges, anger management, relationship and work-related issues, weight-related concerns, and parenting difficulties.
Mrs. Engelmann utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), behavioral therapy, behavioral modification, and mindfulness-based interventions. She focuses on helping clients understand the origins of their thoughts and feelings and supports them in making meaningful changes to enhance their emotional well-being. In addition, she has training in mediation and has provided services to clients involved in the court system.
One of Mrs. Engelmann’s greatest strengths is her ability to build strong, trusting relationships with her clients. She creates a safe and supportive environment where individuals can openly express their feelings and work toward improving the quality of their personal and professional lives.
