Debbie Grindstaff
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Florida)
Licensed Independent Social Worker (Ohio)
It is not our differences that divide us. It is our inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate those differences.
— Audre Lorde
I work with adults under the neurodivergent umbrella (Autism, ADHD, PTSD, Anxiety) to help you learn to identify and manage symptoms, unmask safely, and understand yourself better with self-compassion and acceptance. I am passionate about helping you through your unique way of processing anxiety, burnout, depression, meltdowns, and trauma from the safety of your home. I am here to help you navigate, unpack, and process in a safe and affirming way.
If you are looking to explore if you might be on the spectrum, I provide neurodivergent affirming adult autism assessments, administering the MIGDAS-2 diagnostic interview as well as additional measures.
I believe the entirety of the individual is affected when facing challenges of Autism, PTSD and/or Anxiety. Your life may be impacted in many ways. As a Certified Autism Specialist, I am here to support you and provide clear direction and guidance as you move forward in healing.
You can expect a holistic approach which may involve talk therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, The Safe and Sound Protocol and Somatic Therapy to help you safely process your unique experiences. I support you in the process of regulating your Nervous System and reducing symptoms so you can live your BEST life!
Many individuals and families experience mental health challenges at junctures on their life journeys, I am here to walk alongside of you.
Reach out Today for a Free Consultation to learn more and answer any questions that you might have for me.
AREAS OF FOCUS
- Autism
- Generalized Anxiety
- Trauma
- Burn Out
- LGBTQ+
- Autism Assessments using MIGDAS-2
THERAPY MODALITIES
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- The Safe and Sound Protocol
- Humanistic
- Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
EDUCATION & TRAININGS
- Master’s in Clinical Social Work– Rutgers University
- EMDR Training
- Certified Autism Specialist
LIFE OUTSIDE OF WORK
I love hot yoga, the beach, reading and time with my family! My special interests are painting, cooking and playing with my Golden Retriever.