Debbie Timm, LMFT

My therapeutic work integrates evidence-based modalities tailored to your unique needs, including:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – for anxiety, depression, and behavior change

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – for emotional regulation and resilience

• Reality Therapy (Choice Theory) – for decision-making and personal responsibility

• Solution-Focused Therapy – for practical goal achievement

• Gottman Method for Couples – for healthier, stronger relationships

I also draw inspiration from Leslie Vernick, who speaks powerfully to healing from emotionally destructive relationships, and Terry Real, founder of Relational Life Therapy, which emphasizes building connection without losing your sense of self. Their insights enrich the framework I bring to therapy, guiding individuals, couples and families as they move from patterns of survival into relationships rooted in respect, emotional safety, and authentic connection.

Training, Education, and Professional Experience

Licensure

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #112125

Training

• Certification for Dialectical Behavior Therapy Professional (C-DBT)Training

• Certification Nutritional & Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Professionals

• Brain Science in the Treatment of Trauma and Attachment, Sensorimotor Psychology, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Dissociative Disorders

Professional Affiliations

• Member, California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)

Experience

• Licensed Therapist serving clients in California since 2019

• Former clinician at a residential group home for teen boys, San Marcos, MiraCosta College Counseling Center, Oceanside, Safe Harbor Counseling Center Temecula, and North Coast Church, Fallbrook, Explore Connections, Temecula

Education

• M.A. in Clinical Psychology – National University, San Diego

• B.A. in Arts and Technology – California State University, San Marcos

My areas of specialization include mood disorders, anxiety, and relationship building. I help clients break free from the emotional barriers that prevent them from living in alignment with who they were created to be.

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My Approach to Therapy

Who I Work With: Individuals, Couples & Families

I help a wide range of clients across California, both in-person in Fallbrook and virtually, including:

• Teens and high-achieving students struggling with stress, anxiety, or perfectionism

• High-performance athletes managing performance pressure, motivation, and focus

• Individuals facing mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, as well as anxiety disorders and OCD

• Couples and families navigating relationship challenges, divorce, or identity struggles

• Families supporting a loved one with addiction, substance use, or an eating disorder

• Individuals coping with grief, loss, or major life transitions

• Those seeking faith-informed therapy with a Christian perspective

• Clients interested in integrative approaches connecting nutrition, lifestyle, and mental wellness

Why Work With Me

We all need someone who truly listens, understands, and accepts us in our in-between moments. A little humor, a comfortable space to express creative ideas, and the encouragement to make wise choices can go a long way. You may sense the need for change but not know where or how to start. Whether you’re nearby in Fallbrook, in North San Diego, or anywhere in California, I’m here to help you take brave steps toward resilience—so you can move from merely surviving to living with purpose and passion.

Let’s begin something new today!

“We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.” — Albert Einstein