Debbie Moormann, MSW, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Pronouns: she/her

Understanding Mind Psychological Services in St. Louis, MO 63123

My Specialties

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Processing (EMDR)

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

  • Anxiety

  • Trauma & PTSD

  • Grief/Loss

  • Culturally Competent Care

  • LGBTQ+

  • Addiction/Substance Misuse

  • Coping Skills

  • Depression

  • Relationship Issues

  • Self Esteem

  • Anger Management

  • Chronic Health Conditions

My Approach to Therapy

I enjoy building a relationship with clients that becomes the foundation for growth, healing, and positive change. I meet people where they are, without any judgement, to help them clarify their goals for therapy. I like to be creative with individualized interventions to assist in meeting those goals. I use a variety of clinical interventions including, but not limited to, EMDR, DBT, CBT, EFT Tapping, Motivational Interviewing and often a combination of these interventions. I have extensive experience in the mental health field that has taught me the importance of assisting clients with creating a toolbox full of tools to help cope with life's challenges. I want to partner with my clients to help them learn about themselves and feel empowered to make the adjustments that they desire to live a more satisfying and fulfilling life.

Education

1989: Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
Missouri State University, Springfield, MO

1994: Master of Social Work (MSW)
St. Louis University, St. Louis, MO

Certifications

MARS (Medication Awareness Recovery Specialist)

Certified Health Coach

Certified Yoga Teacher & Certified Accessible Yoga Instructor

Trainings

Compassion Fatigue for Behavioral Health Workers

EMDR & Parts Work for Treating Complex Trauma: Somatic Techniques to decrease Defensiveness and Facilitate Trauma Processing

Eating Disorders-Signs and Symptoms

Dialectical Behavior Therapy: 4-Day Intensive Certification Training Course