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Deborah "Debbie" Aimone

Compassionate LCSW guiding practical change

LCSW North Carolina

Experience
31 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Languages
English

About Deborah

Deborah "Debbie" Aimone is a licensed clinical social worker with over three decades of professional experience in therapeutic practice.

Background and approach

She holds LCSW credentials in Illinois and North Carolina and has focused her work on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, depression, compassion fatigue, trauma and abuse, parenting, career challenges, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.

Her practice also addresses related issues such as abandonment, attachment challenges, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and family dynamics. Debbie approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating individualized plans that reflect clients' specific needs and goals.

She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a practical framework to help clients examine patterns of thought and behavior and develop new skills for coping and growth. Clients can expect collaborative, tailored conversations aimed at empowering them to move toward more fulfilling and resilient daily life.

Based in North Carolina, she offers multiple ways to connect and works to support those ready to take a first step toward change, meeting people where they are and adapting her style to the situation at hand.

CBT-informed Care and Accessible Online Support

Deborah "Debbie" Aimone uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a practical, skills-focused approach that helps clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop concrete strategies to change behaviors and emotional responses. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many adjustment-related concerns and can be adapted to address issues like grief, caregiver stress, and chronic illness challenges.

Her practice emphasizes a collaborative process in which the therapist and client explore which approaches fit the client’s goals and preferences. Together they shape a plan that may draw on CBT techniques and other supportive strategies, adjusting direction over time based on how well the methods meet the client’s needs.

Online therapy with Debbie is offered through several formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care when life gets hectic, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for each person.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, depression, compassion fatigue, trauma and abuse, parenting, anger, career concerns, bipolar disorder, and ADHD, along with many related family and health challenges.
What is her therapeutic approach and style?
Her work is informed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with an emphasis on respectful, sensitive, and compassionate dialogue tailored to each person's needs.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 31 years of professional experience to her practice, drawing on long-term clinical work to inform individualized care.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a licensed clinical social worker with licenses in Illinois and North Carolina listed as IL LCSW 149007887 and NC LCSW C016189, and she practices from North Carolina.
Does she provide services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to her availability.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

31+ years

Licensed

Illinois, North Carolina, Connecticut

Languages

English