Deborah Vege

Therapist

License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Certified Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counselor (CADC)
Language: English
Serving In: Illinois
Years of Experience: 15+ years

Specialties

  • Family Counseling
  • Marriage and Couples Counseling
  • Grief Counseling
  • Trauma Counseling
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based Therapy
  • Postpartum Counseling
  • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Chronic Illness Counseling
  • Anxiety Disorders — generalized anxiety, panic, school anxiety, social anxiety
  • Depression — major depression, dysthymia, mood symptoms
  • Autism‑Related Support — emotional regulation, behavior, co‑occurring symptoms
  • Trauma & PTSD — trauma‑related symptoms, stress responses
  • Behavioral Concerns — irritability, impulsivity, oppositional behaviors
  • Sleep Problems — insomnia, circadian issues
  • Addiction / Substance Use — alcohol, cannabis, nicotine, relapse prevention, recovery support
  • Developmental Delays, intellectual disability, genetic conditions.
  • Chronic Illness & Mental Health — diabetes, autoimmune, pain + mood/anxiety

Age Groups

  • Adult 18+

About Me:

Deborah Vege LCSW, CADC is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Illinois. She is a graduate of Northeastern Illinois University with a Bachelor’s in Social Work and from Dominican University with a Masters in Social Work.

Deborah is a skilled therapist with experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. Deborah utilizes a variety of approaches including strength based, solution focused, motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Deborah has experience working with addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, and other behavioral challenges.

Deborah provides a relaxed atmosphere where individuals feel safe to express themselves fully.