Therapist profile
Deborah Gleason, LICSW, LCSW
LICSW in Alabama - Family and parenting concerns
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About Deborah
Deborah Gleason is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Alabama and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Illinois with nine years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship problems, identity-related concerns, parenting strain, grief, and many other life challenges. Deborah helps clients who are navigating changes like separation, caregiving stress, addiction, and mood conditions.
Her practice emphasizes paying attention to both thoughts and bodily experience. She invites people to slow down and notice internal signals that words alone may miss. Sessions can include conversational therapy alongside mindfulness, grounding exercises, and awareness of bodily sensations to help manage emotions.
Deborah uses several therapeutic approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Jungian Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy. She draws on these methods to address patterns of thought, behavior, identity issues, and the impact of past events on present life.
Her background includes work with people affected by LGBTQ concerns, trauma, self-esteem struggles, and major life transitions. She has experience supporting adolescents in group home settings, focusing on emotional awareness and practical coping skills.
People who come to her can expect a collaborative process that focuses on noticing patterns, building regulation skills, and practicing tools for everyday life. Deborah also acknowledges spiritual and inner resources when clients find that helpful.
How sessions work
How Deborah combines approaches in online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It helps people clarify personal values and take small actions that matter despite difficult emotions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. Both approaches can be useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and coping with life changes.Deborah treats finding the right approach as a collaborative process. She will work with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration can include trying different techniques and adjusting the plan based on what feels helpful.
Practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy into a busy day and avoiding travel time. Because session formats were not specified in the biography, confirm current session options before booking. Online work often makes it easier to schedule shorter check-ins or to choose a quieter time of day, which can help maintain consistency while managing parenting or work commitments.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Alabama, Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship concerns, parenting strain, grief, addictions, and related issues listed in her specialties.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach combines conversational therapy with mindfulness and body awareness. She may use grounding, nervous system regulation, and practical coping tools.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of clinical experience supporting people with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, identity concerns, and life transitions.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LICSW in Alabama and LCSW in Illinois and practices from Alabama.
Can I work with her if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she offer sessions to people outside the U.S.?
She accepts international clients; confirm any regional details before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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