Deborah Butler , LPC-MHSP

Deborah Butler is a Tennessee licensed counselor with 41 years of professional experience helping adults navigate stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family challenges, grief, career concerns, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. She holds the LPC-MHSP credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health Service Provider - and is also a Certified Tele-Mental Health Provider, bringing long-term clinical experience to both in-person and virtual work.

Over her career she has worked in a variety of settings that required practical training in anxiety and stress management, conflict resolution, interpersonal effectiveness, feelings management, communication skills, decision making, goal setting, time management, assertiveness, and leadership development. With adults she maintains a special focus on women's issues and on the challenges that accompany major life changes, such as career transitions, new relationships, losses, aging, and the empty nest.

Her approach emphasizes skill building and adaptability - identifying concrete coping strategies and adjusting therapy to match each person’s needs and preferences. Sessions are typically scheduled beginning at 9am CST (10am EST) with the last appointment at 6pm EST (5pm CST) on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and Saturday morning appointments are available; additional weekday openings may be arranged upon request. Messaging is checked at least every other day, and worksheets and other resources are offered as part of treatment.

She works collaboratively with clients, viewing each person as the expert on their own story and drawing on client strengths to address challenges. Deborah encourages those taking the first step toward therapy and supports clients as they pursue their goals.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Sessions

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and reshaping unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. In a few practical steps clients learn tools to manage anxiety, depression, stress, and challenges in daily functioning by testing new ways of thinking and acting.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of thoughts and feelings. It can help people reduce rumination, increase emotional regulation, and respond more calmly to stressful situations.

Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes practical, goal-oriented strategies and quick steps toward change. It is useful for clients who want to clarify goals, build on existing strengths, and create measurable progress in specific areas of life.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Deborah works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they try strategies, adjust as needed, and focus on what brings meaningful improvement.

Online therapy with Deborah is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and life demands. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions, use worksheets and resources between appointments, and access trained, licensed professionals from home or while managing other commitments.