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Deborah Hill, LMFT

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 16 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Tennessee

Recent reviews

Déborah is kind and caring. She helps me think through issues and process what I’m feeling in a supportive way.

Reviewed June 2024

I am extremely thankful for Deborah Hill. She is kind, compassionate, patient and really listens. A gentle soul it seems, and she gives sincere thought to what could or may help. Thank you to Mrs. Hill, and Better Help! So Thankful:)

Reviewed June 2024

More about Deborah

  • 30 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMFT

I am a Marriage and Family therapist with over 30 years experience. I have worked in a variety of settings: community mental health settings, inpatient alcohol and drug treatment counselor, as well as an outpatient counselor for recovering people and family members, Sexual Assault Crisis Center working with adults recently assaulted, or assaulted as children. I have maintained a private practice for much of my career, helping people navigate divorce, death, job loss, changes to employment, depression, anxiety, stress, anger, parenting, relationships, and health changes. For the last 10 years I have worked exclusively with our military and their families on military installations in the United States, as well as installations outside the United States.

I believe the single best predictor of a helpful experience in therapy/counseling is the relationship between counselor and client. I want to have an early conversation with clients about goals. What is it the client wants to gain or achieve from our time together. I encourage clients to use community resources when available and appropriate. Hurting people frequently do better with a network of support. The goal is for clients to develop a way to successfully navigate the pain that brought them to our time together.

My style is interactive. My approach to providing counseling is eclectic: humanistic, psychodynamic as well as rational emotive. What a session looks like/feels like is driven by client needs. A recent widows' needs are different from those of a 30 year old struggling with sobriety.

It takes courage to ask for help. I am cognizant that I stand on sacred ground when another person shares their pain, fear and struggles.

Specialties

Relationship issues Family conflicts Parenting issues Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Anger management Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Codependency Communication problems Divorce and separation Drug and Alcohol Addiction Family Problems Forgiveness HIV / AIDS Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Military and Veterans Issues Sexual Assault and Abuse Women's issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Deborah Hill's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518030972.

  • LMFT · Tennessee · 173 · Expires April 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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions. Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Deborah Hill

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

Overall rating:

5.0

16 reviews

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Clients mention: Supportive Amazing Helped Support Caring Thankful Calm Comfortable Easy Excellent

Déborah is kind and caring. She helps me think through issues and process what I’m feeling in a supportive way.

Reviewed June 2024

I am extremely thankful for Deborah Hill. She is kind, compassionate, patient and really listens. A gentle soul it seems, and she gives sincere thought to what could or may help. Thank you to Mrs. Hill, and Better Help! So Thankful:)

Reviewed June 2024

Very grateful for Deborah, she has been a needed support in a very difficult time in my life.

Reviewed March 2024

I was extremely pleased with Deborah Hill’s sessions. She helped me a lot.

Reviewed March 2024

I feel incredibly fortunate to have found Deborah as my therapist. After trying out two other therapists on this platform, I finally settled down with Deborah, and it has been an amazing experience. She is truly an angel, providing the support and guidance I needed. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone seeking a compassionate and effective therapist.

Reviewed August 2023

Very Patient and Knowledgeable. I was going through a difficult time in my life and her support wisdom and calm demeanor helped me back up.

Reviewed March 2023

Deborah is an amazing & caring therapist. She has helped me so very much and has been supportive and kind.

Reviewed March 2023

I depend on her listening and redirecting my thinking as needed.

Reviewed January 2023

I have already recommended Better Help for therapy, but everyone has to make their own first step to get help.

Reviewed June 2022

Deborah is personable and supportive cheery and intuitive. Our sessions always lift me.

Reviewed May 2022

I love having Deborah Hill as my therapist. I feel like she really takes the time to listen to me. I know she cares and is also good at communicating. She makes me feel comfortable opening up.

Reviewed April 2022

I felt that she was honest and told me what I needed to know

Reviewed March 2022

Deborah is an amazing and compassionate therapist. I felt at ease with her very quickly. She is very supportive and I can feel also very experienced. I also love her sense of humor which often helps!!

Reviewed January 2022

Deborah has been a big help to me

Reviewed December 2021

Deborah is so easy to talk to and very understanding.

Reviewed December 2021

Professional, helps me to identify and clarify my feelings, provides an alternative viewpoint when examining a problem, accepting of me as a person. Excellent counseling.

Reviewed November 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Deborah Hill offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Deborah Hill 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 Hill speak?

Deborah Hill speaks English.

How many years of experience does Deborah Hill have?

Deborah Hill has 30 years of experience.

Where is Deborah Hill licensed to practice?

Deborah Hill is licensed to practice in Tennessee.

Does Deborah Hill accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Deborah Hill 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 Hill offer?

Deborah Hill offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Deborah Hill?

Deborah Hill 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 Hill?

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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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.