Deb is a Licensed Professional Counselor, with her master’s degree in Counseling from Cornerstone University. She combines her training and experience to provide professional counseling from a Biblical framework. Deb strives to create a compassionate and safe environment where clients can experience lasting change and growth in their lives.

Deb enjoys working with children, adolescents, and young adults. She incorporates creativity with proven techniques including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Play Therapy, EMDR, and other techniques to provide treatment that best fit each client’s needs. For those who seek to integrate their faith with the counseling process, Deb is well-equipped to help.

Previously with Wedgwood Christian Services, she served as a therapist in secure residential programs, outpatient counseling, and mental health outreach in schools and juvenile detention. She also served as Director of Residence Life and Dean of Students at Cornerstone University. Prior to her work as a counselor, she left a successful 15 year career in Information Technology in a corporate environment before returning to school and pursuing her career as a counselor to better fulfill her passion for helping people.  Deb’s broad experience gives her a unique perspective on the challenges children, adolescents, young adults, families, and career professionals face in today’s culture.

Deb is an EMDR Certified Therapist. She also has further training in Play Therapy and is an active member of The Association for Play Therapy. She has provided trauma counseling since 2006. Deb joined Centennial Park Counseling in 2017 and is passionate about integrating EMDR in creative ways to meet each client’s unique therapeutic needs.  Deb is able to use EMDR to treat children, adolescents and adults.

Email: dcrater@cpcounsel.net