Narrative Therapy Directory

A listing of therapists who include Narrative Therapy among their approaches

Debra Cook, AASW

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Experienced AASW social worker for workplace stress

Details

NameDebra Cook
CredentialsAASW
Based inAustralia
Registered withAASW
Session formatOnline
LanguagesEnglish
Years in practice20

About Debra

Debra Cook is an AASW social worker with more than 20 years’ experience. She supports adults who are worn down by work stress, workplace bullying or who feel stuck and unclear about their goals. Her style is calm and steady and she makes space for people to talk without judgement.

Debra uses a person-centred, strengths-based approach. Conversations focus on what is happening now, and on identifying patterns that sap confidence.

Background and approach

She helps people rebuild confidence and clarify goals that fit with their values and life situation. Sessions move at the client’s pace and are collaborative. Debra listens, asks practical questions and helps people test small changes between sessions.

Her work often involves looking at workplace dynamics and how they affect mood and decision making. She also brings narrative ideas into conversations, helping people separate themselves from the problems they face. Mindfulness and somatic techniques are used where helpful to manage stress and notice body signals linked to anxiety or overwhelm.

People come to Debra wanting clearer direction, fewer anxious days, and more confidence at work or in life choices. She supports coaching-style goal setting as well as deeper reflective work. The aim is steady, sustainable change that matches each person’s priorities.

What this therapist works with

Her listing names Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Career difficulties among the things Debra works with, alongside the areas below.

Approaches listed

  • Narrative Therapy: Named in her listing among her approaches.
  • Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Debra among the ways she works.
  • Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Debra among the ways she works.
  • Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Debra among the ways she works.
  • Somatic Therapy: Listed by Debra among the ways she works.
  • Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Debra directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.

Narrative Therapy in this listing

Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how she works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.

If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Debra directly how she uses it and what a session usually looks like.

Online session options

How narrative and person-centred work translate online

Debra draws on Narrative Therapy to help people separate their identity from the problems they face, and to rewrite personal stories in ways that make space for hope. Narrative work can be useful for issues like shame, low self-worth and recurring patterns that feel stuck.

She also uses Client-Centred Therapy which means sessions focus on what the person needs in the moment, with careful listening and gentle questioning. Mindfulness techniques are sometimes introduced to help manage anxiety and notice body signals that accompany stress.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Debra works collaboratively to choose methods that match a person’s goals, preferences and everyday life. She will check in regularly and adjust the approach as progress unfolds.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls are useful for deeper conversations and visual cues, phone sessions suit people who need less bandwidth, and chat or messaging can fit short check-ins or workday breaks. These options provide flexibility so therapy can fit around work and family commitments.

Common questions about this listing

What kinds of concerns does Debra support?

She helps with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career questions, coaching needs and ADHD-related difficulties. Additional areas include body image, caregiver stress, communication problems and relationship breakdowns.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is person-centred and strengths-based with practical, collaborative work. She aims to rebuild confidence and clarify goals while moving at each person’s pace.

What experience does she bring to sessions?

Debra has over 20 years’ experience as a social worker working with adults facing work stress and life transitions. This experience shapes a steady, problem-solving approach.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is listed as AASW and practises in Australia.

In which languages are sessions available?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

Which session formats are offered?

Debra offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging for flexible access to therapy and coaching conversations.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What do I do to begin working with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to therapist availability.

Contacting this therapist

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