Debra Disney , LCPC

Debra Disney is a licensed therapist in Illinois with 27 years of professional experience. She holds an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) and has spent her career supporting people facing stress, anxiety, grief, and major life changes. Her practice emphasizes helping clients restore motivation, strengthen self-esteem and confidence, and develop practical coping strategies for loss and transitions. She also works with individuals experiencing compassion fatigue and the emotional toll that caregiving or high-stress roles can bring.

Debra works from a strengths-based perspective, viewing each person as the expert of their own story while identifying skills and resources to build upon. She aims to empower clients to take courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life, offering steady support as they set goals, try new strategies, and build resilience. Her approach is collaborative and respectful, centered on helping people navigate change, manage difficult emotions, and regain a sense of purpose and confidence.

Evidence-based techniques and online support

Debra uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that emphasize practical skills for managing stress and anxiety. These skills-focused methods help people identify unhelpful patterns, learn new ways of thinking and behaving, and practice strategies that reduce daily distress and improve functioning.

She also offers focused support for grief and loss that helps individuals process emotions, honor what they have experienced, and find meaningful ways to adapt to change. For those experiencing compassion fatigue, Debra uses approaches that address emotional exhaustion and help rebuild coping resources and professional balance.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Debra works with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, and together they determine which techniques fit best. Online therapy makes that collaboration flexible - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that fits their schedule and comfort. This flexibility supports consistent care while making it easier to engage in therapy from home or on the go.