Debra is really good and patient when guiding through an experience. She is really wonderful to work with
Debra Younger, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Debra 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 Debra. View 9 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Missouri
Recent reviews
She listens and makes me feel positive about relationships! Makes me look forward to therapy
More about Debra
- 13 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Greetings,
I am pleased and excited that you have decided to consider me as a possible partner in your journey of discovery, growth, and healing and I look forward to having the opportunity to work with you.
My name is Debra Younger. I have the claim to fame of being a 4th generation Californian, though I currently live in the mountains of New Mexico.
I have been a professional therapist and Life Coach for 11 years. As a result, I am able to bring a wide breadth of learning and experience to my work. I am also a veteran and have a heart for working with our returning servicemen and women as they struggle to re-integrate back into civilian life from a combat or military environment.
On a personal note, my many life experiences, such as being a single parent for 23 years, allow me to truly understand and emphasize with many of the adverse life events my clients have experienced. I have also been in my own personal therapy for 10 years, so I understand what it takes to admit that you’re human, that you can’t always handle what life throws at you, and be courageous enough to seek help.
My areas of expertise lie in working with individuals who are struggling to deal with the adverse events they have experienced in their lives; including trauma, all forms of abuse, loss, grief, and attachment issues.
My approach to therapy is founded on my belief that my clients are more than the problems that they are experiencing and bring to therapy. It is a holistic approach that sees them as a whole person consisting of mind, body, and spirit intimately intertwined and inseparable. A problem in any one area always affects the others.
My preferred modality for counseling is Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy. This is a therapeutic approach that does not pathologize people, but rather takes a positive attitude toward the client’s issues and sees them as normal reactions to adverse life events, which events can create negative beliefs. These negative beliefs can then interfere with an individual’s ability to form healthy, adult relationships. Learning how to shift these negative beliefs to positive adaptive beliefs can enhance the ability to build healthy relationships.
I am very excited about what IFS can offer you and would welcome the opportunity to introduce you to this powerful therapy and how it can help transform your lives.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
LGBT
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Family of origin issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Debra Younger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831525468.
- LPC · Missouri · 2018043925 · 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 Debra Younger
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Debra is really good and patient when guiding through an experience. She is really wonderful to work with
She listens and makes me feel positive about relationships! Makes me look forward to therapy
Debra was an excellent therapist who gave me a safe space to talk and she let me know my emotions did not rule or control me but were only parts which could be controlled by self. I enjoyed therapy with her, it was very enlightening and I have had a lot of self discovery. Unfortunately I am unable to continue therapy with her due to some constraints.
Debra, is a great therapist she has been very attentive and good at understanding the world from my perspective and she navigated all our cultural differences smoothly, she is also non-judgmental in her approach and offers great approaches that were hard to find in another therapist, she is also very responsive on chat and made me feel supported and cared for. :D
Debra is great! I love working with her.
with just simple conversations, Debra helped me in a short time to experience a powerful shift.: my attitude toward challenges and past failures has really change. heelp is a better help.
In the short time I have spent meeting with Debra, I have experienced a huge improvement in clarity and direction. Debra is quick to respond with positive reinforcement and clear and realistic paths to wellness. Her approach is authentic and patient which I appreciate so much. Her experience in the mental health field is evident with every interaction. I always leave a session feeling heard, supported, and motivated to find solutions for myself and my life. 10/10 would recommend.
I have been working with Debra for the past couple of months and she is an overall attentive, kind, and super supportive therapist. Would reccommend to anyone!
Debra is attentive, empathetic and understanding,, a great all round therapist with a lot of knowledge.
Frequently asked questions
Does Debra Younger offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Debra Younger 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 Debra Younger speak?
Debra Younger speaks English.
How many years of experience does Debra Younger have?
Debra Younger has 13 years of experience.
Where is Debra Younger licensed to practice?
Debra Younger is licensed to practice in Missouri.
Does Debra Younger accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Debra Younger 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 Debra Younger offer?
Debra Younger offers clients Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Debra Younger?
Debra Younger 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 Debra Younger?
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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.