Therapist in New York, New York Deborah Shlider, Therapist

Deborah Shlider is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with LifeStance Health, offering compassionate and evidence-based therapy to individuals, couples, and families across New York. She helps adults (from age 18-74 ) navigate life’s challenges, providing a warm, safe and supportive environment for healing and growth. Deborah is a licensed psychotherapist and clinical social worker (LCSW) dedicated to helping clients manage anxiety, depression, family conflict and relationship difficulties through a balanced approach that fosters self-awareness, resilience, and empowerment. Deborah specializes in working with individuals and couples who face complex emotional and situational stressors, including those dealing with chronic depression and anxiety, past trauma, relationship issues, communication and parenting challenges. She is passionate about guiding clients through these experiences with care and clarity, helping them develop effective coping strategies and restore a sense of control and confidence. Her therapeutic approach integrates Dynamic Psychotherapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Radical Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Brief Solution Focused Therapy (SFT) to support personal insight and change, and focus on building self- esteem and boundaries while emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and self care. Deborah also offers couples and family therapy, drawing on her expertise to strengthen empathetic communication, rebuild trust, and promote healthier relationship dynamics. She works extensively with diverse populations, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, military veterans, the elderly and individuals from multicultural backgrounds. Deborah provides a culturally attuned perspective that enriches her therapeutic work with clients navigating identity, belonging, and cross-cultural transitions. Outside of her professional practice, Deborah enjoys swimming, bicycling, hiking, cooking, traveling, socializing with friends, and relaxing with a good Netflix series. These passions reflect her belief in balance, connection, and self-care, values she encourages in her clients.