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Dr. Deborah Jones

Dr. Deborah Jones

LMHC

New York

Motivation-focused counselor with practical skills

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At a glance

Credentials
LMHC
License
LMHC, New York / 002053-01
Experience
21 years
Languages
English
Location
New York

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    • Motivational support
    • Skill building
    • Strengths focused

    About Deborah

    Dr. Deborah Jones helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, relationship strain, and major life changes. She also offers focused support around trauma and abuse, infidelity, self-harm, career concerns, and depression. Dr. Jones acknowledges how hard the first step can feel and speaks in a direct, calm way to help people keep going.

    She works from the view that each person knows their story best. Her style centers on listening closely, asking clear questions, and helping clients draw on their own strengths. Sessions aim to build motivation, practical coping skills, and clearer choices for next steps.

    Dr. Jones uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find reasons and energy to change, and she draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thinking patterns that affect mood and behavior. Client-Centered Therapy is also part of her approach, which means she tries to follow the client’s pace and priorities in session.

    She holds a PhD in Human Service and Counseling studies and is a licensed mental health counselor. Her clinical practice spans more than two decades, including work with people navigating addiction and recovery as well as those rebuilding after betrayal or loss.

    People who choose to work with Dr. Jones can expect straightforward conversations, goal-focused planning, and attention to strengths. To begin, a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling step are used so sessions can be arranged around the client’s needs and the therapist’s availability.

  2. How counseling approaches fit into online work

    Dr. Jones uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find internal reasons to change and build momentum for new habits. This approach focuses on open questions and reflective listening to boost motivation for areas like addiction, lifestyle shifts, or goal setting. Client-Centered Therapy guides sessions by following the client's priorities and pace, giving space for people to set their own goals and tell their story. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect and offers practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns.

    Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and suggest ways of working together. Over the first few sessions the plan can shift based on what helps most, and the client’s voice guides those decisions.

    Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm available options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful for fitting therapy into a busy life, shortening commute time, or keeping workday breaks manageable. Online work can also make it easier to maintain regular progress and practice skills between meetings, while the therapist and client jointly decide on the most useful tools and homework for each week.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficulties

    Also works with

    Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes

    Additional focus areas

    InfidelitySelf-harm

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational Interviewing

    Experience

    21+ years

    Listed in

    New York

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does this therapist help with?

    Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, career and relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, depression, coping with life changes, infidelity, and self-harm.

    What is the therapist's style in session?

    Sessions emphasize listening, collaboration, and practical steps. The therapist aims to help people find motivation and workable coping strategies.

    How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

    The therapist has 21 years of experience working in mental health and counseling settings.

    What credentials and location are listed?

    The clinician is a NY LMHC and holds a PhD in Human Service and Counseling studies, practicing out of New York.

    Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?

    Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are accepted.

    What session formats are available?

    The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

    How are fees and billing handled?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    What are the steps to begin therapy?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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