Deborah Alter

Hi and welcome! I'm Deborah, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, panic, chronic pain, and life's everyday stressors. I work virtually, which means you can get support from wherever you're most comfortable. I bring warmth, humor, and a whole lot of patience to every session — I believe that feeling truly heard is the foundation of any good therapeutic relationship. My approach is deeply human: I meet you exactly where you are, without judgment.

I draw primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Behavioral Activation to help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. My style is collaborative and grounded — I work with you, not at you. I believe progress doesn't have to be linear, and I'm committed to moving at a pace that actually feels manageable and real for your life.

Expect an environment that values your perspective, honors your thoughts & feelings, and recognizes patterns in your life that may no longer be serving you. Drawing from decades of experience, I'll work with you to create a plan in support of your goals.