I have been loving meeting with Deborah! She makes it feel like I am talking to a friend while also still meeting my needs!
Deborah Taylor, 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 15 reviews
- Great news, Deborah is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Very understand of my needs and what i want to achieve while in therapy.
More about Deborah
- 47 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in Illinois with 47 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & eating disorders. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Eating disorders
Depression
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Avoidant Personality
Body image
Communication problems
Eating and Food-Related Issues
Infidelity
Jealousy
Mood disorders
Obsessions
Compulsions
and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Postpartum Depression
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Sexual Assault and Abuse
Somatization
Women's issues
Young Adult Issues
Licenses
Deborah Taylor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063563484.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149000448 · Expires November 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 Taylor
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I have been loving meeting with Deborah! She makes it feel like I am talking to a friend while also still meeting my needs!
Very understand of my needs and what i want to achieve while in therapy.
She did a great job being realistic in setting goals and talking through problems. She has great expertise!
As someone who has went back to therapy multiple times, Deborah has been really helpful and has listened well when I have found that others have not. Appreciate her help
Debbie has been wonderful. She’s a great listener, gives great advice, and asks the right questions.
This is my third round of therapy (first time with BetterHelp) and the first time I have felt as if my therapist understood and was willing to help me with my eating disorder. I feel blessed to have been matched with her.
Can’t recommend enough! Very insightful and helpful! Tells me what I NEED to hear and not what I WANT to hear, very highly recommended!
Debbie has been very helpful since day 1. She was able to identify my issues right away and offered great tips for improvement, which have worked very well to keep myself accountable. Thank you, Deborah!
Deborah has helped me start understand my emotions and give me tips on how to regulate my emotions. She listens and gives back positive feed back
I’ve never felt a better sense of comfort and understanding then with Deborah as my therapist. Been through a lot of therapy and I am feeling the most at ease with her
Deborah was very empathetic and gave me useful information and positive insight into my issues and concerns.
Deborah is amazingly caring and goes out of her way to be attentive to her clients!
Deb is patient, kind, and understanding. She remembers details from each session and assigns "homework" in between sessions that is very useful. She responds to messages quickly and in a timely manner. She is above all a compassionate listener, and I would highly recommend her as a therapist.
She’s been great! she listens and responds in ways that help me grow every single session
I appreciate her checking in with me. I have a busy schedule with work and a family at home I try to make time for in between personal errands and self care days ...so with all that factored in I would say she is incredibly patient and I appreciate her consistency .
Frequently asked questions
Does Deborah Taylor offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Deborah Taylor 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 Taylor speak?
Deborah Taylor speaks English.
How many years of experience does Deborah Taylor have?
Deborah Taylor has 47 years of experience.
Where is Deborah Taylor licensed to practice?
Deborah Taylor is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Deborah Taylor accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Deborah Taylor 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."
How can I communicate with Deborah Taylor?
Deborah Taylor 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 Taylor?
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.