Déborah is kind and caring. She helps me think through issues and process what I’m feeling in a supportive way.
Deborah Hill, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Deborah is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Deborah. View 16 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Tennessee
Recent reviews
I am extremely thankful for Deborah Hill. She is kind, compassionate, patient and really listens. A gentle soul it seems, and she gives sincere thought to what could or may help. Thank you to Mrs. Hill, and Better Help! So Thankful:)
More about Deborah
- 30 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
I am a Marriage and Family therapist with over 30 years experience. I have worked in a variety of settings: community mental health settings, inpatient alcohol and drug treatment counselor, as well as an outpatient counselor for recovering people and family members, Sexual Assault Crisis Center working with adults recently assaulted, or assaulted as children. I have maintained a private practice for much of my career, helping people navigate divorce, death, job loss, changes to employment, depression, anxiety, stress, anger, parenting, relationships, and health changes. For the last 10 years I have worked exclusively with our military and their families on military installations in the United States, as well as installations outside the United States.
I believe the single best predictor of a helpful experience in therapy/counseling is the relationship between counselor and client. I want to have an early conversation with clients about goals. What is it the client wants to gain or achieve from our time together. I encourage clients to use community resources when available and appropriate. Hurting people frequently do better with a network of support. The goal is for clients to develop a way to successfully navigate the pain that brought them to our time together.
My style is interactive. My approach to providing counseling is eclectic: humanistic, psychodynamic as well as rational emotive. What a session looks like/feels like is driven by client needs. A recent widows' needs are different from those of a 30 year old struggling with sobriety.
It takes courage to ask for help. I am cognizant that I stand on sacred ground when another person shares their pain, fear and struggles.
Specialties
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Parenting issues
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Anger management
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Codependency
Communication problems
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
Forgiveness
HIV / AIDS
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Sexual assault and abuse
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Gottman Method
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Deborah Hill's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518030972.
- LMFT · Tennessee · 173 · Expires April 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Deborah Hill
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Déborah is kind and caring. She helps me think through issues and process what I’m feeling in a supportive way.
I am extremely thankful for Deborah Hill. She is kind, compassionate, patient and really listens. A gentle soul it seems, and she gives sincere thought to what could or may help. Thank you to Mrs. Hill, and Better Help! So Thankful:)
Very grateful for Deborah, she has been a needed support in a very difficult time in my life.
I was extremely pleased with Deborah Hill’s sessions. She helped me a lot.
I feel incredibly fortunate to have found Deborah as my therapist. After trying out two other therapists on this platform, I finally settled down with Deborah, and it has been an amazing experience. She is truly an angel, providing the support and guidance I needed. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone seeking a compassionate and effective therapist.
Very Patient and Knowledgeable. I was going through a difficult time in my life and her support wisdom and calm demeanor helped me back up.
Deborah is an amazing & caring therapist. She has helped me so very much and has been supportive and kind.
I depend on her listening and redirecting my thinking as needed.
I have already recommended Better Help for therapy, but everyone has to make their own first step to get help.
Deborah is personable and supportive cheery and intuitive. Our sessions always lift me.
I love having Deborah Hill as my therapist. I feel like she really takes the time to listen to me. I know she cares and is also good at communicating. She makes me feel comfortable opening up.
I felt that she was honest and told me what I needed to know
Deborah is an amazing and compassionate therapist. I felt at ease with her very quickly. She is very supportive and I can feel also very experienced. I also love her sense of humor which often helps!!
Deborah has been a big help to me
Deborah is so easy to talk to and very understanding.
Professional, helps me to identify and clarify my feelings, provides an alternative viewpoint when examining a problem, accepting of me as a person. Excellent counseling.
Frequently asked questions
Does Deborah Hill offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Deborah Hill works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Deborah Hill speak?
Deborah Hill speaks English.
How many years of experience does Deborah Hill have?
Deborah Hill has 30 years of experience.
Where is Deborah Hill licensed to practice?
Deborah Hill is licensed to practice in Tennessee.
Does Deborah Hill accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Deborah Hill does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Deborah Hill offer?
Deborah Hill offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Deborah Hill?
Deborah Hill can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Deborah Hill?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.