- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Life purpose work
About Debra
Debra Speicher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Independent Social Worker (LCSW, LISW) licensed in California and Ohio with 10 years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, grief and depression. She also helps people who are struggling with intimacy-related concerns, low self-esteem, isolation or questions about life purpose.
Her work focuses on practical conversation and clear goals. Sessions involve talking through current problems, identifying patterns that keep things stuck, and trying small, manageable changes between meetings. She aims to adjust the pace and topics to what each person needs in the moment.
Debra draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address panic and anxiety symptoms and to support people coping with loss. She uses straightforward explanations so clients know what to expect from the work together. Progress is tracked in concrete terms rather than vague promises.
Clients can expect direct attention to daily stress and relationship concerns that affect confidence and motivation. When life shifts - after a job change, breakup, or health issue - she helps people sort priorities and consider next steps without pressuring quick decisions.
Her approach values respect and sensitivity. To begin, she asks about current struggles and practical goals, then outlines options for sessions and homework. This keeps the work focused and easy to follow for someone juggling busy days or caring responsibilities.
Approach and practical benefits of online sessions
Debra uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on symptom reduction and practical change. For anxiety and panic she applies approaches that help people notice physical warning signs, learn brief breathing and grounding strategies, and practice facing feared situations in small steps. For grief and depression she uses methods that help people organize their thoughts about loss, re-establish daily routines, and rebuild motivation through graded activities.Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. She discusses options during early sessions and adjusts the approach based on a client’s goals, needs, and how they respond to different techniques. Clients and therapist decide together which strategies to prioritize.
The practical benefits of online work include easier fitting of sessions into a busy schedule and fewer disruptions from travel. Online sessions can make it simpler to have a shorter check-in on a work break or to continue regular meetings after a life change. The specific session formats available for Debra are not listed here, so confirm current session options before booking to ensure they fit your routine and preferences.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Ohio, California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, intimacy-related issues, low self-esteem, isolation or loneliness, life purpose, and panic disorder or panic attacks.
How does she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical conversation to identify patterns, set small goals, and try manageable changes between sessions.
What is her background and experience?
She has 10 years of professional experience working in clinical settings and community care, helping people with mood, anxiety, grief, and relationship concerns.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
She holds LCSW and LISW credentials and is licensed in California and Ohio, with practice based in Ohio.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.