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Deborah Schnitzer , LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Deborah is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Deborah. View 24 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New York

Recent reviews

Deborah is a great therapist and very knowledgeable. She always finds ways to challenge thinking.

Reviewed July 2024

Always look forward to every session, very kind and personable.

Reviewed July 2024

More about Deborah

  • 21 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I have been a counselor for over twenty years.

I have taught as an adjunct instructor at the Graduate, Under-graduate, and Post Graduate levels. I love my job!

I am honored and thankful that my clients share their lives with me for a season. I have no magic wands to “fix” lives. I do, however have a wide variety of “tools” that I will teach you how to use in order to begin, or continue, your individual journey of growth and healing. Change, healing and growth do happen! I am privileged to have a front row seat to watch it every day!

I will treat you with respect, NO judgment, and honesty. I fully realize that you are the experts of your own lives.

If you are interested in the clinical specifics,

I use a wide variety of trauma informed modalities. Some are CBT, Schema Therapy, IFS, EFT, DBT, Solution focus therapy.

Specialties

Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Coping with life changes Stress Anxiety Grief Intimacy-related issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Coaching Compassion fatigue Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Self-love Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Deborah Schnitzer 's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609838622.

  • LCSW · New York · 083171 · Expires June 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Deborah Schnitzer

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

24 reviews

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Deborah is a great therapist and very knowledgeable. She always finds ways to challenge thinking.

Reviewed July 2024

Always look forward to every session, very kind and personable.

Reviewed July 2024

Deborah is amazing .

Reviewed March 2024

She's very caring and helps validate my feelings and organize my thoughts and emotions. She helps me visualize how to have a healthier lifestyle.

Reviewed November 2023

Debbie has helped me understand what's within my control and how to set better boundaries for myself. She taught me that my health and well being are under my control and I don't need to sacrifice them in order to be there for others.

Reviewed September 2023

Deb is a wonderful listener. She is the best at validating my emotions when I don’t really understand them, and she has taught me so many tools that I can use in my everyday life to navigate my emotional experiences right as they happen. She is great at asking the questions that will help me find the root of what I’m experiencing, and gently walks me through the process of clearing out the weeds that might be obstructing my view of reality. Deb is knowledgeable (both educationally and with her own life experiences), she’s personable, and she’s easy to confide in. I appreciate her ability to be boldly honest when I need to hear difficult things, and I appreciate her ability to be soft when I need gentle support. I’ve been to many therapists in my lifetime, and Deb is the only therapist I’ve ever known whom I actually look forward to chatting with every week!

Reviewed June 2023

Debbie was perfect for what I was going through. She gave me straight forward common sense advice that was extremely helpful for me and my adult children.

Reviewed March 2023

Debby is the best therapist I’ve had! Both in BetterHelp and outside. She listens and recalls back to previous conversations. She gives feedback that benefits me, even when it’s hard to hear. But she never judges. I feel safe and heard.

Reviewed December 2022

Deborah has been amazing, my path crossed with her during a very hard moment in my life. She listened to me without judging, she was always very thoughtful, she taught me a lot of things, and gave me a lot of tools to move in life. Thank you so much, it was a pleasure to work with you

Reviewed November 2022

Deborah is knowledgeable, understanding, compassionate and relatable. I truely appreciate our sessions.

Reviewed November 2022

Deborah’s compassionate and caring. She’s able to provide practical tips to solve / deal with difficult problems. She creates a safe space for you to confide in her and is invested in your growth and healing.

Reviewed August 2022

Deborah is amazing. She has great words of wisdom. Love her.

Reviewed August 2022

You feel like you know her as soon as you meet her. She’s very kind

Reviewed August 2022

Deborah's kindness, compassion, humour and genuine nature was so helpful and appreciated through our time working together. She is a great communicator and was always available whenever I needed, and ensured that I felt heard and understood. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone on the road to healing and making sense of not only their own situation, but themselves as well.

Reviewed December 2021

Deborah is a great counsellor. I have had other experiences with therapists and counsellors and I have had my best experience with her. It could be that this is just the time when I was ready to make a change; but I can say that for anyone ready to make a change, Deborah is there to help. What I find the most useful, is that she is not afraid to see it like it is. Her questions prompt clear self-analysis, and I feel that she supports me on my journey without judgement. She has encouraged me to take responsibility for myself and respect others to take responsibility for themselves. In our short time of working together I have seen positive changes in my life. Family dynamics have shifted since I feel more able to stand up for myself. I am finding greater courage and self-confidence, meanwhile I am also finding it easier to have boundaries. I was in a terrible state when we started, and now my relationships are beginning to heal, my work is beginning to be enjoyable and sustaining, and I feel optimistic for the future. I have really been able to open up to Deborah, and she has handled that openness with great skill.

Reviewed November 2021

Debbie is a good listener, kind and nonjudgmental. I was hesitant to start therapy and follow through, but she has changed my mind about this completely. She is genuine and easy to talk to. I would recommend her to anyone who would like to start healing and make sense of things.

Reviewed November 2021

Deb's kindness, compassion and sense of humour has helped me find ways to navigate difficult situations over the past few months I've been working with her.

Reviewed November 2021

Deborah is a fantastic therapist. She listens is caring non-judgmental. I've only had a couple of sessions with her and I can already see were going to make fantastic progress togther towards my goals. I highly recommend her she is both wise and knowledgeable and is so kind.

Reviewed September 2021

Deborah is amazing! I was always looking forward to speaking to her every week.

Reviewed August 2021

Deborah is fantastic! I feel safe and am making much progress. Thank you!

Reviewed July 2021

Deborah is amazing! She talked to me at the worst time of my life and helped me. She actually helped me. What she told me made sense. She listened to me. She's is amazing. I can't thank her enough.

Reviewed July 2021

Deborah has been great at giving me actionable guidance during this rough time (my Mom recently passed away) that's really helped me a lot. She's empathetic and supportive. So if you're going through grief at this time, please reach out to her.

Reviewed June 2021

My experience with Deborah is almost indescribable. I have only had a few sessions so far, but look forward to them each week! She is like my trusty flashlight, shining her brilliant light on my fears and anxiety making the dark corners of my mind and heart feel less scary. Giving me the confidence, tools and understanding to empower myself in a real way to make slow but steady positive changes in my life. She is honest and real and I never feel like I’m laying on the metaphorical therapist couch, rather having a deep heartfelt intelligent conversation with someone who cares. Thank you Debbie!

Reviewed June 2021

I have been enjoying my counselling so far. Deborah is very understanding and always has helpful suggestions for any problem I may have in my life. I am learning to reflect on my feelings and past experiences. I look forward to working on my mental health further.

Reviewed May 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Deborah Schnitzer offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Deborah Schnitzer works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Deborah Schnitzer speak?

Deborah Schnitzer speaks English.

How many years of experience does Deborah Schnitzer have?

Deborah Schnitzer has 21 years of experience.

Where is Deborah Schnitzer licensed to practice?

Deborah Schnitzer is licensed to practice in New York.

Does Deborah Schnitzer accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Deborah Schnitzer accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Deborah Schnitzer offer?

Deborah Schnitzer offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Deborah Schnitzer ?

Deborah Schnitzer can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Deborah Schnitzer ?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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