Deborah

Ms Deborah Gibran

Psychologist

“In therapy, my goal is to create a supportive and accepting environment for my clients. In my work, I use an integrative approach, which means I combine elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy, family systems theory, positive and humanistic psychology, mindfulness, and play therapy.”

About Me

I aim to create a truly supportive and accepting space where you can feel understood. My flexible approach draws from various proven methods, including mindfulness and cognitive-behavioural tools. This allows us to tailor our work to your unique needs, whether navigating personal challenges or family dynamics. Together, we can explore what feels right, helping you find clarity and new ways forward in a safe, collaborative environment.

Approach

You’ll find a steady, understanding space where we move at your pace, exploring patterns, emotions and practical steps that feel achievable. I work both from my San Juan office and online, so sessions fit your life and pace whether you’re local or connecting from afar. Sessions often blend gentle reflection, creative experiments and short, evidence-informed practices you can try between meetings, with occasional feedback for caregivers when family patterns matter. This way of working tends to suit adolescents, parents and adults wanting clear, compassionate support and small, real changes.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Art Therapy

    A form of therapy that uses visual art-making (drawing, painting, sculpture) as a means of expression and emotional processing.

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  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

    A therapy combining mindfulness meditation with cognitive behavioural techniques, designed particularly to prevent relapse in depression.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Play Therapy

    A therapy for children that uses play as a natural form of communication, allowing them to express feelings and process difficult experiences.

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  • Psychoeducation

    Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.

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  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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  • Learning Support

    Specialised assistance for children or adults with learning difficulties, building strategies to succeed in education and daily tasks.

  • Training

    Professional development programmes for mental health practitioners, including workshops, courses, and continuing education.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Families
  • Groups

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • ADHD / Attention

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

Professional Title:

  • Psychologist

    A professional trained to assess and treat mental health conditions using evidence-based psychological methods.

Credentials

Registrations

Trinidad and Tobago Association of Psychologists (TTAP)

Psychologist

Qualifications

University of The Southern Caribbean, Trinidad

University of The West Indies - Mona, Jamaica

Service Areas

DG PSYCHOLOGICAL AND COUNSELLING SERVICES

In-person & Online

San Juan, North Zone

Trinidad And Tobago

San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago