Turning Point
Deborah Martin, LMSW, has extensive experience in the mental health field, currently serving as a Trauma Specialist at Turning Point since January 2016. Previously, Deborah worked as a Therapist at Bio Med Behavioral Healthcare from October 2013 to January 2016, where responsibilities included assessments, intakes, treatment plans, and facilitating individual and group therapy. Additional roles include Therapist/Case Manager at Hope Network, Professional Mental Health Worker at New Center Community Mental Health, and Field Worker at Macomb County Community Services Agency. Deborah holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Wayne State University (2004-2008) and an Associate Degree in General Studies from Macomb Community College (2002-2004).
Turning Point
Turning Point provides comprehensive, free, and confidential programs for domestic violence and sexual assault survivors, their loved ones, and the community. Services include a 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter, housing, trauma advocacy/counseling, personal protection order assistance, legal advocacy, forensic nurse exams, first response advocacy, prevention, and community education. Second Hand Rose, another Turning Point service, provides survivors with gently used items while providing an opportunity for the community to donate and shop. Serving Metro Detroit for 41 years, Turning Point has helped over 100,000 survivors. Visit www.turningpointmacomb.org for more information. Vision: Our vision is a just and equitable society free of domestic and sexual violence. Mission: Turning Point empowers survivors of domestic and sexual violence through comprehensive services and resources while advocating for community action to end oppression and violence.