Debra Kearse-Thomas, LCSW

Licensed in New York · 12 years in practice

Debra Kearse-Thomas combines a practical, solution-focused approach with warmth and respect.

License and registration

LCSW, New York: 089666 · expires March 2026
NPI: 1336905553 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 12
Languages: English

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About Debra

Debra Kearse-Thomas combines a practical, solution-focused approach with warmth and respect. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, or who want to build self-love. Debra is a licensed clinical social worker with 12 years of experience in New York and she aims to make the first step easier for people seeking change.

In sessions she keeps language simple and direct.

Background and approach

She talks through thoughts and behaviors that fuel anxiety and anger, then helps people try different ways of responding. Clients work on realistic steps they can practice between meetings to see steady progress. Debra adapts each plan to fit the person in front of her.

She listens for what matters most, then suggests small, achievable goals. That can include tools for calming, strategies to boost self-worth, or exercises to improve motivation. She places particular focus on issues that affect women and on building self-love alongside practical coping skills.

Sessions are collaborative and paced to the client’s needs so people feel involved in their own path forward. Debra frames change as a series of doable choices rather than one big leap. Her aim is to help clients feel more confident, more capable, and more in control of daily stressors.

The work focuses on clear steps and steady progress.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches Debra names

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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Online support

Using CBT online to manage stress and build self-worth

Debra practices Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. In plain terms that means identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new ways of thinking and behaving to reduce anxiety and anger and to strengthen self-esteem.

The therapist-client relationship is collaborative. Debra will work with clients to choose the methods that match their goals and preferences. Together they’ll try different tools and adjust the plan based on what works in day-to-day life.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and interactive exercises. Phone sessions can be a good option when a quicker check-in or lower bandwidth is needed. Live chat and text messaging let clients send short updates, try brief coaching between meetings, or follow up on homework without waiting for the next appointment.

This mix of approaches gives flexibility for people juggling work, family, or other commitments while keeping therapy practical and focused on concrete steps.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does she address?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, and self-esteem challenges, and also focuses on self-love and women's issues.

What is her general therapy style?

Her style is straightforward and practical, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thoughts and behaviors and try new coping strategies.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 12 years of professional work experience in the field.

What credentials and location apply?

She is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, practicing in New York.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

Which session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for flexible communication.

How does cost and getting started work?

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