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Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Debra is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Speaks English and Spanish
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New Jersey

More about Debra

  • 3 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor bi-lingual (Spanish) psychotherapy, licensed in New Jersey; I have 20 years of experience. My approach is holistic and is based in the belief of strengthening the Body, Mind & Spirit connection. I have worked with children, teenagers, and adults throughout my career. Client’s I served have had a variety of diagnosis such as ADHD, OCD, depression, autism, anxiety, mood dysregulation, anger management, and relationship issues.

For several decades I have practiced meditation and mindfulness and share this approach along with other therapeutic modalities as part of my therapeutic work. I bring my authentic self to my work; I am compassionate and listen with warmth & sensitivity. My foundational practices are built on the importance of being culturally sensitive, self-aware, being in the here and now, working through family of origin issues that get in the way of one’s happiness.

This is a second career for me. I worked in a corporate setting for over twenty years where I worked my way up the corporate ladder to become a Vice President before embarking on my new career. I went back to school to get my master’s degree to pursue my passion, which was to be of service to others, especially in underserved communities.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Anger management Depression ADHD Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Parenting issues Self esteem Coaching Compassion fatigue

Licenses

Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164710885.

  • LPC · New Jersey · 37PC00414100 · Expires November 2024

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago speak?

Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago speaks English and Spanish.

How many years of experience does Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago have?

Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago has 3 years of experience.

Where is Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago licensed to practice?

Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago is licensed to practice in New Jersey.

Does Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago?

Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Debra (aka VIDA) Santiago?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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