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.
