Debra Murray, PsyD, CSAC, ICS

After receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Viterbo University, Debra attended St. Mary’s University in Rochester, Minnesota to obtain a Master of Arts in Counseling and Psychological Services. While working at Mayo Health System in La Crosse, Debra went on to pursue her Doctor of Psychology degree from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota.  Debra comes to Scenic Bluffs from Viterbo University, where she was the Director of Counseling Education programs.

Debra practices strength-based, person-centered approaches. She is trained in various therapies, including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral, Solution focused and Existential. She has experience treating substance use and co-occurring disorders. Areas of competence include prevention, resilience, stress management and relapse.

In her spare time, Debra enjoys spending time in nature watching sunrise and sunsets, bird watching, road tripping and gardening.