Deborah Kern, LCSW, Maryland Heights, MO

About Deborah Kern

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Postpartum Anxiety

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Life Transition

Postpartum Depression

Couples Therapy

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Prolonged Exposure Therapy

Compassion Focused

Strength-Based

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Deborah Kern

Deborah Kern, LCSW, helps adults in Missouri find stability, healing, and renewed direction through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. Practicing at LifeStance Health, she works with adults and seniors who are facing emotional distress, relationship challenges, or major life changes. Deborah provides a calm, supportive environment where clients can feel understood while developing practical strategies to improve emotional well-being and daily functioning. A key focus of Deborah’s clinical work is supporting individuals who have been recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital. She is especially committed to helping clients transition safely from inpatient care back into everyday life. Deborah emphasizes continuity of care, emotional stabilization, and skill-building to reduce the risk of rehospitalization. She partners closely with clients to reestablish routines, strengthen coping strategies, and rebuild confidence during this vulnerable and critical phase of recovery. Deborah specializes in anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns, including work with military and veteran populations. She also supports individuals and couples navigating grief, midlife and later-life transitions, and significant relationship changes. Her therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and faith-based treatment when aligned with the client’s values. In addition to these core methods, she offers additional therapeutic approaches to meet each client’s unique needs and goals. Her style is warm, collaborative, and strength-focused, helping clients recognize internal resources while developing healthier patterns of thinking, communication, and emotional regulation. Deborah believes therapy should empower individuals to move forward with clarity, resilience, and purpose.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Young Adult Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Office location

Deborah Kern, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

LifeStance Health - Missouri

2458 Old Dorsett Rd, Ste 110, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Missouri

Education and training

Florida State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1043539711

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Deborah Kern?

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Is Deborah Kern accepting new patients?

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What practice does Deborah Kern work with?

Deborah Kern works with LifeStance Health - Missouri.

Where is Deborah Kern's office located?

Deborah Kern has 2 office locations in Maryland Heights, view full addresses on Deborah Kern's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Deborah Kern?

Deborah Kern frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Deborah Kern on their profile.