- ACT
- DBT skills
- Client-centered care
About Deborah
Deborah Lynn Sokolowski, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor in Wisconsin with three years of counseling experience. She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, social anxiety and phobia, depression, relationship struggles, grief, trauma and related concerns. She also helps with issues such as panic attacks, attachment and abandonment worries, and problems with communication or control.
Her approach is practical and straightforward. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to guide conversations. Sessions focus on learning skills, noticing patterns, and practicing small changes that fit daily life. Deborah aims to help clients reduce overwhelm and regain a sense of direction.
Deborah brings experience from clinical settings into her work. She has worked in residential programs, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and private practice. That background informs how she structures sessions and safety planning when needed. Her style includes mindfulness and evidence-based techniques alongside person-focused conversation.
She pays attention to common sources of distress including trauma, mood challenges, and life transitions such as divorce or separation. She also addresses feelings of isolation, shame, or low self-esteem and supports people navigating LGBT concerns.
People who choose to work with her typically practice skills between meetings and set clear goals together. To start, clients fill out a short questionnaire and schedule a first session to review needs and next steps.
How her approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and choosing actions that reflect personal values. It can help with anxiety, social fears, and making shifts in daily routines.Client-Centered Therapy centers conversations on the person's experience and priorities. The therapist listens, reflects, and supports clients in finding their own solutions for issues like relationship troubles or low self-esteem.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for handling intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness. It is often helpful for panic, anger, and mood regulation challenges.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Deborah will collaborate with each person to decide which methods to use based on goals, needs, and preferences. That process includes trying techniques and adjusting them if they do not fit.
Confirm the available session formats before booking because specific formats are not listed in the profile. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Speak with her during the first session to set a plan that fits everyday life and current goals.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, social anxiety and phobia, depression, grief, trauma, relationship concerns, and related issues such as panic attacks and isolation.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is practical and conversational, using evidence-based methods and mindfulness to teach skills and change unhelpful patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin with three years of counseling experience.
Where does she practice and what is her license?
She is based in Wisconsin and holds the LPC credential listed as WI LPC.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She accepts international clients; sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
If you need specific session formats, confirm the current options before booking since the profile does not list formats explicitly.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session to review goals and next steps.