Debra Pearce-McCall, Ph.D.

5525 East Burnside Street

Portland, OR 97215

Phone Number: (503) 515-7817

Email: healingconnections@comcast.net

When people make a commitment to each other, they do it with love and hope and optimism. We welcome the comfort and the joy of being a couple, but few of us are prepared for all the other challenges that may come. I believe all marriages that last have many phases (some very difficult or painful) and many opportunities to work deeply on our relationships and our Selves. Usually the differences and struggles that develop are important clues to what you must attend to, so you can create positive changes and grow together. Couples therapy is a place to learn about your self, your partner, conflict and negotiation, responsibility, emotions and self-regulation, awareness and compassion, communication, creating and maintaining intimacy, and more.

After years of providing therapy, supervising, and teaching, I am even more amazed at the power and potential relationships have, to hurt and to heal. Together, we’ll create a unique experience that addresses your individual and relationship concerns, goals, styles, and needs, while building on your strengths. My contributions will be respectful, compassionate, creative, and active. Therapy can be hard work; it can also be fun and funny and invigorating. You and your relationship are worth it.

Gender: Female

Graduate Degree: Ph.D., Family Social Science

University: University of Minnesota

Graduate Degree: M.S., Clinical Psychology

University: University of Wisconsin

License: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

State Licensed In: OR

License: Licensed Psychologist

State Licensed In: WA

Certifications/Awards/Memberships/Publications:

American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Member and Approved Supervisor

Member, American Psychological Association