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Deborah Tommey, LPC

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 27 reviews
Great news, Deborah is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Oklahoma

Recent reviews

Deborah has been a great therapist for me! She keeps me real but respects me as a person. I think anyone who has her as a therapist is pleased!

Reviewed June 2024

Deborah Tommey has provided me with some scoping skills that are proving most helpful.

Reviewed April 2024

More about Deborah

  • 14 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

As a licensed therapist (Licensed Professional Counselor), I obtained my Master of Counseling from Oklahoma State University/Tulsa, Oklahoma. My practice includes adults. I also offer extensive knowledge with the aging population, and care givers. I have been accomplished in facilitating support groups for various populations and numerous diagnoses, as well as training and education of other professionals regarding many Behavioral Health concerns.

Specialties I offer, and am experienced and well trained in are anxiety, depression, grief/loss, dementia/cognitive impairment, trauma and stress-related disorders. Other areas of focus include sexuality, hoarding disorder and personality issues, as well as other Behavorial Health concerns.

Although I recognize that all clients are unique individuals and different theories work differently with everyone, I work to assess clients and gain an understanding of what type of therapy will be most successful. Predominantly, I practice Person Centered and Solution Focused Therapy, and combine some Gestalt and Existential techniques as well.

I start with an optimistic view of all clients, providing a positive, supportive, and comfortable atmosphere/conversation. I offer an empathic outlook, working to connect with you. I am hopeful my clients can feel autonomy, and I also ask, “what difference or change do you want to achieve”? I believe taking a look at your meaning in life can be insightful many times too. I also offer mindfulness techniques when appropriate, as I do credit holistic approaches important for us emotionally and physically.

I prefer to work with adults aged 25 or older. Phone and video are astonishing ways to provide counseling sessions, however I am not so keen on live chat. I do use the messaging for in between sessions, if there is something of importance you want to share or let me know. I will do the same!

I hope to facilitate and support you through this process and towards your goal in seeking therapy.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Sleeping disorders Anger management Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Emptiness Family of origin issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Multicultural concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Deborah Tommey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760994099.

  • LPC · Oklahoma · LPC06345 · Expires June 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 Tommey

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

Overall rating:

5.0

27 reviews

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Clients mention: Helpful Helped Great Anxiety Healing Knowledgeable Listens Understanding Attentive Calm

Deborah has been a great therapist for me! She keeps me real but respects me as a person. I think anyone who has her as a therapist is pleased!

Reviewed June 2024

Deborah Tommey has provided me with some scoping skills that are proving most helpful.

Reviewed April 2024

She is great and listens to me. She also gives me homework

Reviewed February 2024

She’s wonderful!

Reviewed December 2023

My experience with Better Help and with Deborah really helped me when I was going through something hard. I’ve been noticing the changes as I’ve been going on and continuing my counseling. Deborah helped me feel in control of the situation and helped giving me ways to process my emotions and my anxiety. I really wasn’t too sure in the beginning but now I am. This helped better myself and I hope it does for you too!

Reviewed November 2023

Thought provoking and so helpful

Reviewed November 2023

Very good expirience

Reviewed September 2023

Ms. Tommey is respectful, knowledgeable and covers all of my concerns each time we talk. I admire her thorough discussions and thoughtful considerations. She provides excellent exercises without overwhelming me. She's truly a joy to work with.

Reviewed August 2023

She is direct and to the point. And asks questions for me to figure things out.

Reviewed August 2023

Thank you for taking the time to understand my history and asking the relevant questions and examples to come to a better understanding of the sources of my mental health concerns, and then dealing with those incrementally that's best suitable for me.

Reviewed July 2023

Very helpful and respectful. Doesn’t judge me. And also neutral with the situation. I learned a lot from her.

Reviewed June 2023

Deborah has been very attentive and able to pick out what I am struggling with and give me things to work on to help improve.

Reviewed May 2023

Deborah has helped me to work through issues with techniques and is a great listener and knows when to redirect back to the main issues.

Reviewed April 2023

Deborah is very kind, patient, and understanding. She has helped provide me a variety of tools that shifted my mindset, and have given me the ability to not only better manage my stress and anxiety, but help provide a framework for me to release negative thought patterns in a healthy and productive manner. She provides great homework to develop assertive communication, and healthy boundaries. I would highly recommend Deborah!

Reviewed April 2023

Deborah Tommey is solution based. She gives mental exercises that you can practice at home. that way your results are based on how much you’re willing to put in the work.

Reviewed March 2023

Deborah was very nice but I feel like all I got was homework and not talking through any problems.

Reviewed February 2023

Deborah is very helpful and takes a proactive approach to reducing anxiety. She has been very helpful to me so far.

Reviewed February 2023

She understands that my trauma is never-ending. And still treats me like I'm her own child. 10 stars. This is my first time going through therapy and she has made it seamless for me.

Reviewed February 2023

Deborah is very kind, open and considerate. She offered workouts and insight to other perspectives. I really appreciate her listening and attentiveness.

Reviewed January 2023

Very helpful

Reviewed December 2022

Deborah was very personable and helped me to identify the main stressors in my life. She provided helpful tools and strategies for managing stress and for considering the impact of boundaries in aspects of my personal and professional life.

Reviewed November 2022

Deborah has been very helpful and has provided me with practical ways to manage strong emotions related to trauma. Within a month of therapy , I was able to see results. It has been very empowering to be able to look at the traumatic event from the lens of a specialist. Healing the wound was easier than I thought after emotions related to anxiety and depression were addressed.

Reviewed May 2022

Love

Reviewed May 2022

Deborah is calm, inviting and knowledgeable. I feel comfortable telling her personal details and trust in her advice/expertise.

Reviewed May 2022

Only one session but all is well.

Reviewed February 2022

Great therapist listens, makes good Recommendations that work! Easy to talk to. Highly Reccomend!

Reviewed December 2021

Deborah is fantastic. She was able to provide me with tools to becoming successful in my healing process!

Reviewed November 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Deborah Tommey offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Deborah Tommey 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 Tommey speak?

Deborah Tommey speaks English.

How many years of experience does Deborah Tommey have?

Deborah Tommey has 14 years of experience.

Where is Deborah Tommey licensed to practice?

Deborah Tommey is licensed to practice in Oklahoma.

Does Deborah Tommey accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Deborah Tommey 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 Tommey offer?

Deborah Tommey offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Deborah Tommey?

Deborah Tommey 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 Tommey?

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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