Debbie Oberlander

My communication style

Clients consider me soft-spoken, warm, genuine, and caring. Many appreciate my sense of humor. I believe that easy and comfortable communication is even more important to our work than the specific therapeutic approach. Most find communication easy and comfortable already in our first session.

My journey to mental healthcare

It has always been my nature to be a 'helper'. Before training to be a therapist, I had fulfilling careers as a teacher and a hospital nutritionist, but I felt I could have the greatest impact as a therapist. I still feel privileged to engage in such meaningful work.

My goals for you

I let my clients take the lead here. You may come to therapy with clear and realistic goals, or you may benefit from our collaboration on setting goals or breaking them down into more achievable goals. I work with each client as best suits their needs.

Our first session

Generally, the goal of a first session is to make a connection and for me to learn more about how I can be helpful to you. Therapy is so individual, though, so depending on your comfort level and situation, we may dive into doing work, or spend the time gathering information and connecting.

I identify as...

• Female, Cis
• Caucasian or White
• Jewish