As a licensed therapist with extensive experience serving clients across Illinois, I bring a compassionate and holistic approach to mental health support. My professional journey spans four decades, during which I've developed deep expertise in helping individuals navigate complex emotions (including depression and anxeity), relationship challenges, grief/loss processes, self-esteem issues, communication difficulties, and life transitions.
My practice centers on supporting clients through diverse experiences—from social anxiety, relationship concerns, and workplace stress to chronic health conditions, communication barriers, and aging-related concerns. I specialize in creating supportive environments where individuals can explore personal growth, improve communication, and rediscover their sense of purpose.
I believe in meeting each person exactly where they are, offering gentle guidance and evidence-based strategies to support their unique healing journey. My goal is to provide a warm, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their challenges and cultivate resilience.
Additional areas of focus: Aging and geriatric issues, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Family problems, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
IL LCSW 149001379
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Debra has been very helpful very quickly with helping me through my issues. She is available to chat when needed and tries to be available when possible even if just through messages.
Written on Jan 03, 2026 after therapy with Debra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and addictions
I have only spoke to Debra a few times but she gives me applicable goals to work on that align with my values & what I would like to achieve during therapy
Written on Dec 28, 2025 after therapy with Debra for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
I appreciate Debra’s patience and compassion.
Written on Dec 10, 2025 after therapy with Debra for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
This is the third person that I can open up to and gives good advice and has helped me alot I think that I am getting better a little bit every day
Written on Dec 06, 2025 after therapy with Debra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and career difficulties