- Stress and anxiety
- Life purpose focus
- Caregiver issues
About Deborah
Dr. Deborah Elkis-Abuhoff is a New York psychologist (NY Psychologist 015619) with 20 years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, depression, and life transitions. She also focuses on caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, post-traumatic stress, and questions about life purpose.
She begins by listening to each person’s story and identifying strengths already available. Sessions are practical and conversational. She helps people name what feels stuck and try small changes to test new ways of coping or relating.
Her approach treats clients as the experts on their own lives. She guides exploration of values, daily habits, and relationships to find clearer direction after a big change. Work can include building routines that support mood, practicing different ways to speak about needs, and learning skills to manage worry and overwhelm.
For people living with chronic illness or caregiving responsibilities, she focuses on realistic strategies to reduce stress and preserve energy. When post-traumatic stress is present, she helps clients break problems into manageable steps and rebuild a sense of control over daily functioning.
Sessions are aimed at practical progress rather than quick fixes. Dr. Elkis-Abuhoff invites steady, achievable shifts that fit into busy lives. To begin, readers should confirm current session options before booking and follow the site’s process to schedule a first meeting.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Dr. Elkis-Abuhoff uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on concrete coping skills and behavior change. One common approach emphasizes identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new ways of interpreting situations to reduce worry and low mood. This method helps people challenged by anxiety or depression to practice different reactions in daily life.Another approach concentrates on improving routines and small daily habits that affect energy and mood. For people managing chronic illness or caregiver stress, she works on pacing, problem-solving, and preserving limited emotional resources so life is more manageable day to day.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist and client review goals, preferences, and what has worked before, then agree on steps to try. Methods can be adjusted over time based on how practical tools fit the client’s life.
Confirm current session options before booking, since formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with her during scheduling to learn which session formats are offered and which will best support your goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, life purpose, and post-traumatic stress.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and conversational. She treats clients as experts on their own lives and focuses on small, testable changes rather than abstract theory.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional work experience as a psychologist. That span reflects clinical work with the areas listed above.
What are her credential and location details?
She is a New York psychologist listed as NY Psychologist 015619 and practices from New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm specific fees during the booking process.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Use the site button to see online therapy options, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.