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Deborah Taylor, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Relationships Trauma, Abuse Eating disorders Depression
Video Phone Messaging

About me

I am licensed in Illinois with 47 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & eating disorders. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Professional experience

47 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Relationships Trauma, Abuse Eating disorders Depression

Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Body image, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Eating and food-related issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Somatization, Women's issues, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Services offered

Video
Phone
Messaging

License information

IL LCSW 149000448

Reviews

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Debbie is absolutely wonderful, engaging and honest. She makes you feel heard and seen without judgement and is a wealth of knowledge. Really enjoying my sessions with her thus far

Written on Nov 13, 2025 after therapy with Deborah for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Deborah is kind, fun to talk to, and very helpful! I feel seen and heard and enjoy learning from her.

Written on Oct 05, 2025 after therapy with Deborah for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Deborah is very respectful, knowledgeable, listens intently, and provides insightful feedback. She is upfront and honest and transparent in her work.

Written on Jul 27, 2025 after therapy with Deborah for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue

She is super sweet and helped me feel comfortable as this was my first time in therapy. I feel as if I've truly gained a friend who cares, remembers, and offers help and a shoulder.

Written on May 14, 2025 after therapy with Deborah for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, and self esteem

My therapist is very knowledgeable within the field of helping her patients. I appreciate her and her advice.

Written on Apr 12, 2025 after therapy with Deborah for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compass

Deborah has truly helped so much in my life. Just by her listening and her advice helps me so much. She is so caring and is always willing to listen to anything. She is the best!

Written on Apr 06, 2025 after therapy with Deborah for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, and relationship issues