Deborah Gersh, LMSW
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Hi, I'm Debbie! I know that starting therapy or finding a new therapist can feel intimidating, especially if you’re not exactly sure where to begin. My hope is that from our very first conversation, I can help guide you through this process while ensuring you feel safe and supported. My approach to therapy is warm, inviting, safe, collaborative, and empathetic. I value creating a space where you can be yourself without any pressure or judgment. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in New York and have experience working with adults navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, self-esteem challenges, crisis, life transitions, and more. Many of the people I work with feel stuck and are seeking both understanding and useful tools to help them move through their challenges one step at a time. I draw from various evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic Therapy, and ACT, while integrating trauma-informed care to build insight, empowerment, understanding, and tools for coping and healing. Because no two people are the same, I carefully tailor my approach to each person I work with. My goal as your therapist is to help you better understand what you’re experiencing and why, so things can feel less confusing and more manageable. Together, we will move at a pace that feels comfortable for you while staying focused on what matters most to you! If you feel like I may be a good fit for you, I invite you to schedule a consultation where we can connect and get to know each other a bit better. I look forward to hearing from you! 😊
About Deborah's practice
Weekends 9am - 5pm
Weekdays After 5pm
Weekdays 9am - 5pm
$$
Sliding scale
Directive
Reflective
Body-based
In-person available: No
Virtual available: Yes
Anxiety
Trauma
Self-Esteem
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Life Transitions
Depression
Dating
ADD/ADHD
Evernorth Behavioral Health
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
UMR
Anthem
Aetna
Cigna
United / Oxford
Blue Cross Blue Shield BCBS
Optum
NY
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Get to Know Deborah
How should I prepare for my first session with you?
Aside from completing the necessary paperwork, all I ask is that you bring your full, authentic self. I want this process to benefit you to its fullest, and I hope to gain a deep understanding of who you are and how I can best support you!
How will our relationship be different than relationships I have with friends/loved ones?
While friendships and relationships with loved ones are incredibly valuable, therapy is a bit different. In therapy, I provide a confidential, non-judgmental, and unbiased space that is fully dedicated to your growth and well-being. Here, you can explore your thoughts and feelings freely, gain insight, and develop tools to navigate challenges in a way that friends and loved ones may not be able to offer.