Dessa Shepherd, MS, NY | Psychotherapist

About Dessa Shepherd

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Families

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dessa Shepherd

Dessa is an NYU Steinhardt alumnus, a NYSED Certified School Counselor, and a Clinical Mental Health Counselor. Additionally, she is a Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. Dessa completed her clinical training at the Yale University Child Study Center, where she worked extensively with children, adolescents, and their families experiencing various concerns. As a versatile clinician, Dessa is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Parent Management Training (PMT). Her therapeutic approach is warm and empathetic, and she strives to create a safe therapeutic alliance where clients of all ages feel seen and heard. Dessa is dedicated to supporting clients, of all ages, as they rediscover their mental and emotional well-being and work toward creating and achieving their long-term goals.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Depression

New Patient Visit

Prenuptial Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Young Adult Issues

Agoraphobia

Depression

New Patient Visit

Prenuptial Counseling

Office location

Dessa Shepherd, MS also offers online video visits for patients

Jamron Counseling

65 Maspeth Ave, #2A, Brooklyn, NY 11211

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Education and background

Practice names

Jamron Counseling

Education and training

Long Island University Brooklyn, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1780518753

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dessa Shepherd?

Generally, Dessa Shepherd has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dessa Shepherd's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dessa Shepherd accepting new patients?

Dessa Shepherd generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dessa Shepherd's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dessa Shepherd accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dessa Shepherd online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dessa Shepherd using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Dessa Shepherd work with?

Dessa Shepherd works with Jamron Counseling.

Where is Dessa Shepherd's office located?

Dessa Shepherd has 2 office locations in Brooklyn, view full addresses on Dessa Shepherd's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dessa Shepherd?

Dessa Shepherd frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dessa Shepherd on their profile.