- Strengths focused
- Relationship skills
- Stress and mood
About Deborah
Deborah Richert, LCMFT, brings a relaxed and down-to-earth approach to therapy. She focuses on helping people tap into their strengths so they can handle stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, addiction concerns, trauma, and depression. Her manner is warm and nonjudgmental, and she aims to create a space where people can speak honestly about what’s hard right now.
With 11 years of clinical experience, Deborah combines listening with practical tools. She helps people sort through emotions, cope with mood changes, and address patterns that hold them back. Her work pays particular attention to connection and attachment, and she often looks at how relationships affect everyday wellbeing.
Deborah uses conversational methods to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. She also draws on skills for managing intense emotions and improving communication in close relationships. Sessions often include skill-building and real-world practice tailored to each person’s goals.
People seeking help with addiction, chronic illness or pain, codependency, life purpose, or feelings of isolation may find her approach relevant. She also supports those dealing with panic attacks, guilt, shame, impulsivity, and control issues. Deborah emphasizes collaboration and gives people a voice in setting the pace and goals for therapy.
Based in Kansas, Deborah asks clients to complete a brief matching questionnaire to begin. She works alongside people to reduce immediate distress and strengthen coping over time.
How attachment work and practical skills translate online
Attachment-based work focuses on how relationships shape feelings and behavior; it helps people notice patterns in their close connections and try new ways of relating. Client-centered work emphasizes listening and acceptance, giving people space to tell their story and guide the pace of therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and actions that keep problems going and teaches concrete skills to change them.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Deborah will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust them as needs change.
Practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling around work and family life, shorter check-ins when a quick update is needed, and the ability to meet without traveling to an office. Because the specific session formats for this therapist were not listed, confirm current session options before booking to learn about video or phone possibilities. Online work can make it easier to practice skills between sessions and integrate changes into everyday routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Credentials
Kansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with related to work and wellbeing?
She helps people manage stress and anxiety that affect work and daily life, and addresses mood disorders, burnout-related concerns, and life purpose questions.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is laid-back and supportive, with a focus on listening, practical skills, and helping clients build on their existing strengths.
What kind of experience does she have?
She has 11 years of experience working with individuals and couples on depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship conflict, and substance use issues.
Where is she located and what are her credentials?
She practices in Kansas and holds the credential LCMFT, which indicates licensure as a marriage and family therapist.
Can people use languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How does pricing and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to get started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.