Deidra is great! She challenges my approach to life in a positive and thought-provoking way. It is uncomfortable to sift through my past, but her assurance and guidance allows this process to be as seamless as it can be.
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Grief, Divorce, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anger Management, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Trauma / PTSD, Anxiety, Relationships, Life Transition, Women’s Issues
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About Deidra
Deidra Fuller is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas who has over 15 years of experience partnering with adults in their journey toward freeing themselves from addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, difficult life transitions, and relationship challenges.
She earned her Bachelor's degree in Interpretation-ASL/English from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and received her Master's degree in Special Education-Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Texas—Austin. She is a fluent user of American Sign Language and had a successful 30+ year career as a Nationally Licensed Sign Language Interpreter (NLSI).
Deidra believes that all clients have the answers they seek within themselves and only need a “tour guide” to find the path to those answers. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT) and motivational interviewing while focusing on strengths, mindfulness, spirituality, the development of coping skills, and solutions-focused approaches.
Deidra seeks to be your “tour guide” to self-discovery, reducing your depression/anxiety, learning coping skills to stop addictive patterns and behaviors, understanding your trauma and how it has impacted your life, and how to not let the past control your life.
"As someone with lived experience relating to trauma, I understand the need to be validated, understood and experience compassion from others."
What clients say
These testimonials are from real clients who completed a satisfaction survey after their sessions and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.
I like that my therapist is knowledgeable and listens. The best part is that she can communicate in ASL
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Deidra
I am so thankful for Ms. Edwige Tonye, Ms. Deidra Fuller and Thriveworks for helping me to get back on the right track mentally, emotionally, physically, etc., even in the brief ti....
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Deidra
I like that my therapist can communicate with me using ASL. I feel very comfortable with her
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Deidra
I really appreciate Deidra's insights and stories. She helps me process my feelings and thoughts really well. Thank you!
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Deidra
Get to know Deidra
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
I found that as a sign language interpreter, many Deaf people did not get appropriate or culturally appropriate services and my original intent was to provide counseling directly to individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing with cultural sensitivity and language fluency. My goals shifted
What types of clients do you work with best?
I like working with clients who are willing to be open and honest, willing to attempt strategies to improve their life, willing to be introspective.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
Any and all adults who are looking to change and improve their life
What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?
That they are worthy of peace of mind
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
I appreciate the business tasks taken off of the clinician which allows clinicians to do the vital work FOR the client
What inspires you?
People who are kind to others
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
A recap of my philosophy of care, how I view the clients process and an opportunity for them to share with me what has prompted them to seek therapy
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
A through psycho-social assessment, the first steps in building a rapport and an understanding of boundaries with time, cancellations, and what to expect from the therapist
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I love going to live music concerts and traveling to new places
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Education and training
- Years in practice
- 8 years
- Graduating institute
- University of Texas- Austin
- Graduating degree
- Master of Education
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