Derrick D'Abreau , LICSW

Derrick D'Abreau is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who is licensed in Washington and brings seven years of professional experience to his work. He focuses on helping people navigate grief, addictions, and significant life changes, and he also addresses related concerns such as chronic pain and illness, hospice and end-of-life counseling, veteran and armed forces issues, money and financial stress, and process addictions like porn, exercise, and gambling.

Derrick creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared honestly. He aims to support clients who are taking the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life, offering steady guidance as they explore challenges and consider new possibilities. Derrick uses evidence-informed approaches to help clients identify practical next steps and build momentum toward their goals.

Throughout his practice he emphasizes respect, empathy, and collaboration, working alongside clients to address immediate concerns and long-term adjustments. Derrick’s background and focus areas make him a resource for people coping with loss, addiction, chronic health challenges, and the complex transitions that follow major life events.

Motivational and Solution-Focused Care Delivered Online

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, person-centered method that helps clients explore their own reasons for change and strengthen motivation. It is often used with addictions and behavior change, helping people clarify goals and reduce ambivalence in a respectful, nonconfrontational way. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes identifying practical strengths and small, achievable steps toward preferred outcomes. This approach is useful for coping with life changes and prioritizing immediate, workable strategies to move forward.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Derrick works collaboratively with each person to determine what will be most helpful given their needs, goals, and preferences. He draws on these approaches to tailor conversations and plan next steps that fit the client’s situation.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules or to connect when in-person sessions are not practical. These formats support ongoing engagement, timely check-ins, and consistent progress while accommodating different communication styles and life demands.