Deborah Schnitzer , LCSW
Experienced LCSW for relationships and trauma
- 21 years experience
- Trauma-informed care
- Adjunct instructor experience
About Deborah Schnitzer
Deborah Schnitzer brings more than two decades of counseling experience to her therapeutic work. She has served as an adjunct instructor at the graduate, undergraduate, and postgraduate levels, and she approaches clinical work with gratitude for the trust people place in her. She does not promise instant fixes, but she offers a broad set of practical tools and skills she will teach clients to support their ongoing growth and healing.
Deborah practices from a trauma-informed perspective and uses a range of evidence-informed modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and solution-focused techniques. That variety allows her to tailor interventions to concerns such as relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, parenting struggles, anxiety and depression, grief, life transitions, and challenges with intimacy or self-esteem. She emphasizes respect, honesty, and a nonjudgmental stance, recognizing that each person is the expert on their own life.
As an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Deborah combines clinical training and practical experience to support clients through meaningful change. She values the privilege of accompanying people during seasons of transformation and considers progress, however gradual, a central part of therapeutic work.
Deborah practices from a trauma-informed perspective and uses a range of evidence-informed modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and solution-focused techniques. That variety allows her to tailor interventions to concerns such as relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, parenting struggles, anxiety and depression, grief, life transitions, and challenges with intimacy or self-esteem. She emphasizes respect, honesty, and a nonjudgmental stance, recognizing that each person is the expert on their own life.
As an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Deborah combines clinical training and practical experience to support clients through meaningful change. She values the privilege of accompanying people during seasons of transformation and considers progress, however gradual, a central part of therapeutic work.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Deborah Schnitzer have?
She has 21 years of experience.
Is Deborah Schnitzer a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and holds New York license NY LCSW 083171.
In which languages does Deborah Schnitzer provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Deborah Schnitzer located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Deborah Schnitzer as my therapist?
You can work with Deborah Schnitzer through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Deborah Schnitzer work with international clients?
Yes. Deborah Schnitzer works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Deborah Schnitzer cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Integrating Attachment, EFT, and CBT in Online Therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust. It helps clients explore relational histories and develop more secure ways of relating to partners, family members, and themselves. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on identifying and reshaping emotional responses within close relationships - it is often used for couples work and for healing attachment wounds by deepening emotional understanding and responsiveness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress by challenging unhelpful thinking and building new coping strategies.
Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Deborah works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She blends approaches as appropriate and adjusts direction together with the client to support meaningful progress.
Online therapy with Deborah can take place by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals without sacrificing continuity of care, and they allow therapy to fit into busy lives and changing circumstances.
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