About Me
I am a Dual Diagnosis Counselor independently licensed in treating mental health and substance abuse. I have over twenty years experience as a face to face therapist. I am trained in a variety of treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral, solution focused, Trauma informed Care, Reality therapy, Existentialism, and Motivational Interviewing. I also blend in a Didactic (teaching) approach on a variety of issues such as communication skills, conflict resolution, stress reduction, anxiety reduction, self esteem assessment and tools for healthier relationships. I believe the relationship between counselor and client is extremely important. I work to create safe space where you feel valued, heard, respect and supported. Open and honest dialogue is a must. I do not judge but see us as a team working together. My goal is to aid you on a journey of self discovery, healing and growth. You have made the most important step on this journey, you reached out for help. This is a brave step, one I am glad you have decided to take. I look forward to working with you.
Specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Sleeping disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Read more...
Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Services Offered
Messaging
Live Chat
Phone
Video
Licensing
LISW #I.0009188 (Expires: 2021-07-20)
Reviews
When having mental health issues it is hard sometimes to reach out. To the point it scares you to death. Deborah reaches out to me, it is so appreciated.
Deborah Lee is highly empathetic and positive- yet realistic. She totally “gets” my issues and is great at offering help
Shes very kind, understanding and fun! Shes very easy to talk to and gives really great advise!
Deborah Lee has been absolutely invaluable. She is compassionate, understanding and seems to know what I'm thinking before I say it.
She makes me feel heard and I'm very grateful for everything she has done for me so far.
She’s very lovely and understanding. I really like speaking with her!
Deborah has been a wonderful and compassionate person to work with. She really seeks to understand and empathizes deeply in our sessions. I find great comfort in speaking to her and it's helping me to see my issues in a different and more positive way.
After just one meeting with Deborah, I felt very comfortable sharing my story and listening for suggestions I look forward to our next meeting and establishing some longer term goals.
Debbie is the first therapist I've ever had. She has exceeded my expectations in a therapist by showing empathy, active listening, and 100% support. Although I have not met her in person, I have complete trust in Debbie. I feel that she really listens closely to my rambling and does everything she can to connect the dots, allowing her to figure out the root causes of any pain I've been experiencing to find the best solution.
I have felt significantly better since starting to see Debbie.
Deborah is so great and have so much experience. She listen, give you good feedbacks and help you understand what you are going through. She is always concerned about your well being, she is the best ever! 100% recommended
Deborah has made me feel completely safe, secure and supported during our sessions. She validates and shows great empathy towards each of my concerns, — helping me in providing ways and remedies in which I can use as coping methods to go about my daily life. I have always received responses from her within a timely matter.
Deborah has helped me in more ways than one. She’s always there for me and provides relatable advice and helps me through my obstacles. I’d highly recommend to anyone a therapist like her!
Debbie is wonderful! She is down to earth, she understands everything I'm going through, and she is always willing to try to give solutions. I feel like I can (and have) tell her anything, she is so awesome. I've never connected more with a therapist and I am very grateful for her.
Deborah has been a huge help to me. She listens and allows me to express myself freely without fear of judgement. She encourages me to take care of myself and gives great feedback. She has been amazing to talk to.
I love Deborah! She is always so supportive and open to discuss anything. She offers valuable advice as well as advocating for what is best for you! She has been a strong supporter in my life and I am so happy to have met her.
Deborah has been helpful in cutting through to what I should be focusing on.
I only got to speak with her once but she was very insightful and helped me through my situation. She gave amazing advice, gave me a worksheet as well and I appreciate taking the time to speak with me. Was my first therapy session and it was nice to talk to a outside source.