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Deborah Youngblood, 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.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Deborah. View 32 reviews
Great news, Deborah is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Louisiana

Recent reviews

Deborah is a great therapist . She listens and is attentive to my needs. I have become very comfortable with her and I feel that she actually cares about me and ny situation. I highly recommend

Reviewed November 2024

Very good therapist to me. Listens and makes me feel good after our conversation.

Reviewed September 2024

More about Deborah

  • 14 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in the state of Louisiana with more than 15 years of experience working as a counselor. I completed my BS in Counseling Psychology from Southwestern Assemblies of God University and then obtained my graduate degree in Social Work from Tulane University School of Social Work. I have worked with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, relationship issues, parenting challenges, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I have also worked with people who have experienced physical trauma and physical and/or emotional abuse.

My counseling style is warm and interactive. I treat my clients with respect, compassion and sensitivity. Each person is unique. My approach combines person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and motivational interview techniques. and trauma based interventions. Treatment planning and dialog will be tailored to meet your specific and unique needs.

I believe it takes courage to begin the journey toward change. I am here to assist and empower you to identify your needs and begin the process of change. I am looking forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Depression Addictions Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Blended family issues Communication problems Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Forgiveness Guilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Social anxiety and phobia

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Deborah Youngblood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114291069.

  • LCSW · Louisiana · 10568 · Expires August 2025

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 Youngblood

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

Overall rating:

4.5

32 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Comfortable Helped Understanding Helpful Amazing Listens Recommend Attentive Grateful

Deborah is a great therapist . She listens and is attentive to my needs. I have become very comfortable with her and I feel that she actually cares about me and ny situation. I highly recommend

Reviewed November 2024

Very good therapist to me. Listens and makes me feel good after our conversation.

Reviewed September 2024

She is really great to talk to!

Reviewed July 2024

Very understanding and helpful

Reviewed June 2024

She listens and provides excellent perspective.

Reviewed February 2024

With the help of Mrs. Deborah & Jesus, I have processed so much from my childhood and actually have peace over it. Incredibly grateful for her help in navigating all of it!

Reviewed November 2023

She is amazing and has helped me tremendously. I have recommended her to several people. I look forward to our sessions.

Reviewed December 2023

Easy to talk to and she listens.

Reviewed December 2023

I appreciate her kind energy and patience as I ramble through and 'let out some pressure!'

Reviewed November 2023

I’ve only started with Deborah but I feel safe talking to her but she has already helped me a lot.

Reviewed November 2023

Deborah is patient, supportive, knowledge, and a great listener.

Reviewed September 2023

Deborah makes me feel comfortable and heard. She is a very good therapist and comes highly recommended by me . I have just started sessions with her but I was very comfortable during our first sessions and I look forward to speaking with her during each session. She is amazing .

Reviewed September 2023

Ms. Deborah Youngblood is the best therapist, she gives me the great advice and skills that have helped me through my grief. She is very knowledgeable about what I'm experiencing and how to work through grief. I feel luck to have such a great therapist. I'm grateful for Better help, you all have been a life line for me.

Reviewed April 2023

Very helpful! Great emotional support, and good listener.

Reviewed March 2023

She is very patient and lighthearted. I like that she can bring me out of a funky mood.

Reviewed May 2022

She is literally awesome. She makes me comfortable even when I’m anxious. Best therapy experience

Reviewed March 2022

Ms. Youngblood has given me great emotional support and advice in my times of stress, and she has done so with great empathy. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed June 2018

I love that she is patient with me. She speaks on every issue I bring to her and doesn’t make me feel unheard.

Reviewed June 2018

Deborah has helped me SO much!!!

Reviewed March 2018

Deborah is more than helpful, very understanding and to the point with actions. Very clearly understands needs to progress. Amazing.

Reviewed January 2018

Deborah has very good advice. I feel like she helped me figure out what works for me personally to feel better and establish it into my daily routines. She is great!

Reviewed August 2017

Deborah has been amazing. She responds quickly and has the ability to work through to the core of my issues and gives me the tools to deal with them. While working with me, Deborah is fully focused on helping me heal and become the person I want to be again. With Deborah's help I have no doubt I will achieve that goal.

Reviewed July 2017

I instantly felt a connection with Mrs. Deborah. She never misses any point I try to convey in my messages to her, and the worksheets she asks me to work through literally make me think differently and approach life's situations from a better reference point. Any communication and therapy done with Mrs. Deborah will absolutely be worth your time. I assure you! Just be brave, and get started! You won't regret it.

Reviewed July 2017

Very helpful and optimistic in my time of need but also gave me clinical decisions to give me the tools to change my own life.

Reviewed March 2017

Deborah has been more than helpful and is dedicated to help me progress.

Reviewed February 2017

I have just started with Deborah. We haven't really covered a whole lot at this point but I feel very comfortable and confident talking to her. She's been a voice of reason already, helping me to set goals and find a starting point which I appreciate greatly. I've had other therapists that did not understand my needs to organize my way to successful therapy. Deborah has already made me feel less overwhelmed about choosing a place to begin and moving forward. She just simply seems like a very compassionate sensible and experienced counsellor. I feel good talking to her openly and trusting her to guide me.

Reviewed February 2017

I like that I have someone to give me advice and work with me.

Reviewed November 2016

Deborah Youngblood is a compassionate, nonjudgmental person. Her guidance has helped me to believe in myself, overcome old anxieties, and set new goals. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed September 2016

Deborah has done a wonderful job counseling me. She has helped me be able to manage and reflect on my past experiences and more current issues. Our sessions have really brought me more peace and understanding where I struggled to find it before. Deborah is warm and understanding and makes me feel completely comfortable talking to her. Her counseling has been very beneficial and worthwhile for me.

Reviewed September 2016

Deborah is very comforting and very attentive.

Reviewed September 2016

Deborah has been great and very understanding. Very patient. She is so intelligent and has a lot of experience in the fields I am troubled with. I couldn't ask for a better therapist thus far.

Reviewed August 2016

Deborah is one of the most understanding people I've ever spoken with. She makes me feel comfortable, and I feel that she genuinely cares about me and my recovery.

Reviewed June 2016

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Frequently asked questions

Does Deborah Youngblood offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Deborah Youngblood 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 Youngblood speak?

Deborah Youngblood speaks English.

How many years of experience does Deborah Youngblood have?

Deborah Youngblood has 14 years of experience.

Where is Deborah Youngblood licensed to practice?

Deborah Youngblood is licensed to practice in Louisiana.

Does Deborah Youngblood accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Deborah Youngblood does not accept 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 Youngblood offer?

Deborah Youngblood offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Deborah Youngblood?

Deborah Youngblood 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 Youngblood?

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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