Dr. Deborah S. Cole, Psy.D.
(She, Her, Hers)
About Me
I was a school psychologist and then retrained as a clinical psychologist. After that, I was trained in EMDR (starting with Francine Shapiro) and then in Trauma and DissociatIve Disorders. Subsequently I spent three years training in ISTDP (Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy), which I often use prior to EMDR with patients so that I can better grasp their internal world.
Education & Experience
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Over 25 years of post-doctoral experience, with advanced training and supervision in work with trauma survivors, OCD, Trichotillomania, Tourettes and Tics, and Sexual Addiction. Over 10 years of experience as a school psychologist with children and adolescents, including children with ADHD and learning problems.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
Board Member for MidAtlantic OCD Foundation Affiliate (and Co-Founder). Fellow of Maryland Psychological Association/ Member and previous Vice President of Baltimore Psychological Association.
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Spirituality
- Stress Management
- Tic Disorders
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- Children (4-12)
- Couples
- Expats
- Families
- First Responders
- Seniors
- Veterans/Military
Language
- English
Insurance
Credit Cards, PreTax Savings Medical Plan Cards