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Deborah Balliett-Veley

Deborah Balliett-Veley, LCSW, LISW

Therapist in Ohio

Rebuilding confidence with steady, practical care

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12 years of experience listed

LCSW, LISW professional credentials

English languages

  • Self esteem focus
  • Faith informed
  • Practical strategies

About Deborah

Deborah Balliett-Veley is a licensed social worker who helps people facing low self-esteem, anxiety, grief, and life transitions. She works with adults and seniors to rebuild confidence and find purpose after loss or big changes. Her approach is direct and compassionate, focused on practical steps people can use between sessions.

She brings 12 years of experience and holds LCSW and LISW credentials. Her work often addresses depression, workplace stress, chronic health challenges, and isolation. She also supports those coping with caregiver strain, cancer-related concerns, and end-of-life issues.

Therapy combines active listening with hands-on coping strategies. Sessions include problem-solving, pacing difficult emotions, and identifying small behavior changes that build momentum. She emphasizes emotional resilience and rediscovering self-love in everyday life.

Faith-informed values sometimes guide the conversation when clients want that perspective. Deborah aims to treat each person with respect and sensitivity while helping them set realistic goals. She frames progress as steady steps rather than quick fixes.

For people unsure where to start, she helps clarify priorities and creates manageable plans. Her style is calm and straightforward, focused on what will make daily life feel better. Those seeking support for self-esteem, grief, mood struggles, or major life shifts will find a practical, supportive ally.

Approaches that support self-esteem and life change

Deborah uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional rebuilding. One common approach emphasizes identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing more balanced ways of thinking to reduce anxiety and lift mood. This helps people notice the small shifts that improve confidence and behavior over time.

Another approach centers on behavioral strategies and skills practice. That means breaking goals into manageable steps, rehearsing new coping skills, and using homework between meetings to build routine and momentum. This method is often useful for sleep problems, anger management, and daily stressors.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. She will work with each person to match techniques to their goals, needs, and values, and adjust methods as progress is made. Clients and therapist decide together which tools to try first and how to measure small wins.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats Deborah currently offers before booking. Many people appreciate online options for fitting sessions into a busy schedule, shortening commutes, and keeping steady continuity of care during life transitions. Licensed professionals can tailor session pacing and homework to work within everyday routines, helping therapy fit rather than disrupt daily life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Family conflictsSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyControl issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

Ohio, Nevada, Arizona

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns can Deborah help with?

She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, anger, sleep problems, workplace stress, and coping with life changes among other issues.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is compassionate and practical, combining listening with hands-on coping strategies and goal setting to improve everyday functioning.

How much experience does she have?

She has 12 years of clinical experience working with adults and seniors on mood, grief, chronic illness, and life transition issues.

What credentials and location apply to her practice?

She holds LCSW and LISW credentials and practices in Ohio.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She is not currently accepting international clients.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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