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Debra (Debbie) Shepard

IL LCSW 149016627
Credentials
IL LCSW 149016627
NPI Number
1477092328
Location
Illinois
Languages
English
Debra (Debbie) Shepard

Accepting new clients

14 years experience
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About Debra (Debbie) Shepard

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), licensed in Illinois, with over 10 years of clinical and supervisory experience in the behavioral health field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, substance use issues, issues of emerging adulthood, parenting issues and career challenges.

My therapy style is warm and interactive, individualized to each’s client’s specific needs. My approach is solution focused and strength based, utilizing evidence-based treatment modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy and mindfulness. I provide a safe, supportive environment in which to collaborate on addressing what is not working in your life.

It takes courage to seek to help and take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Licenses

LCSW
149016627

Professional experience

  • Addictions
  • ADHD
  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Eating disorders
  • Family conflicts
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Aging and geriatric issues
  • Body image
  • Co-morbidity
  • Codependency
  • Commitment issues
  • Communication problems
  • Divorce and separation
  • Drug and alcohol addiction
  • Emptiness
  • Family problems
  • First responder issues
  • Forgiveness
  • Guilt and shame
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Jealousy
  • Life purpose
  • Midlife crisis
  • Money and financial issues
  • Mood disorders
  • Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
  • Panic disorder and panic attacks
  • Phobias
  • Pregnancy and childbirth
  • Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
  • Self-love
  • Smoking / vaping cessation
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Women's issues
  • Workplace issues
  • Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

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

Languages

  • English
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