Deborah Connery, LCSW, IL | Psychotherapist

About Deborah Connery

Focus areas

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Life Transition

Psychological Trauma

Impulse Control Disorder (ICD)

Panic Attack

Stress Management

Life Coaching

Peer Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Culturally Sensitive

Christian Counseling

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx, Indigenous American or Alaska Native

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Deborah Connery

Taking the first step into therapy is significant, and I truly commend you for starting this journey. My commitment is to ensure our work together feels profoundly meaningful for you. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, loss, and trauma. My approach is deeply client-centered and collaborative, meaning every session is uniquely tailored to your specific needs and aspirations. When you feel ready to begin, I invite you to reach out. I'm here to offer a safe and supportive space where you can authentically be yourself. My approach I use a variety of evidence-based approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), a practical, skill-building approach designed to help you recognize and transform unhelpful thought patterns. This empowers you with concrete tools to feel more in control of your emotions and behaviors. Depending on what best serves your unique journey, I may incorporate practices like mindfulness and draw upon spiritual resources. Your personal goals and progress are always at the forefront of our work. Together, we'll pinpoint the challenges you're facing and develop strategies to help you move forward with greater confidence. My focus If you're an adult struggling with depression, anxiety, past trauma, or the heartache of loss, or if you just feel stuck in life and don't know how to move forward, you've come to the right place. I'm here to support you in creating an empowering and achievable growth plan, addressing everything from trauma and coping skills to identifying and reaching your personal goals. My communication style I aim to communicate with an open and consistently respectful tone to create a space where you feel truly heard and safe. My communication style is primarily curious and collaborative, rather than prescriptive or judgmental. My approach to listening is deeply attentive and empathic.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Illinois

Education and training

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1538989413

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Deborah Connery?

Generally, Deborah Connery has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Deborah Connery's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Deborah Connery accepting new patients?

Deborah Connery generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Deborah Connery's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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What practice does Deborah Connery work with?

Deborah Connery works with Rula Health - Illinois.

What are common reasons for patients to see Deborah Connery?

Deborah Connery frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Deborah Connery on their profile.