Debbie Hayes, LCPC
Illinois LCPC focused on healing and growth
- 10 years experience
- Client-centered care
- Integrates faith when requested
About Debbie Hayes
Debbie Hayes is a counselor licensed in Illinois with more than 10 years of combined experience as a caseworker and counselor. She has supported people facing a wide range of concerns including grief, depression, anxiety, anger, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, career transitions, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. Her work also encompasses addictions, trauma and abuse, body image and eating concerns, LGBT issues, and caregiving or chronic illness-related stress.
Her training includes a broad array of specialties and multicultural counseling, and she continues to pursue additional professional development to stay current with research and best practices. Debbie blends several therapeutic perspectives to match each person she sees, drawing on client-centered approaches, strengths-based work, existential ideas, cognitive-behavioral strategies, acceptance-oriented techniques, and emotionally focused methods when appropriate.
Debbie describes her style as warm, interactive, and nonjudgmental, with an emphasis on respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She tailors conversation and treatment plans to meet the individual needs of each client, and she is open to incorporating Christian-based counseling for those who wish to include spiritual or faith-based perspectives. She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC), is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), and is recognized as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP).
Her training includes a broad array of specialties and multicultural counseling, and she continues to pursue additional professional development to stay current with research and best practices. Debbie blends several therapeutic perspectives to match each person she sees, drawing on client-centered approaches, strengths-based work, existential ideas, cognitive-behavioral strategies, acceptance-oriented techniques, and emotionally focused methods when appropriate.
Debbie describes her style as warm, interactive, and nonjudgmental, with an emphasis on respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She tailors conversation and treatment plans to meet the individual needs of each client, and she is open to incorporating Christian-based counseling for those who wish to include spiritual or faith-based perspectives. She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC), is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), and is recognized as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP).
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Smoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Debbie Hayes have?
Debbie Hayes has 10 years of experience working as a caseworker and as a counselor.
Is Debbie Hayes a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCPC credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. License details: IL LCPC 180.010923.
In which languages does Debbie Hayes provide therapy?
Debbie Hayes provides therapy in English.
Where is Debbie Hayes located?
Debbie Hayes is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Debbie Hayes as my therapist?
You can work with Debbie Hayes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Debbie Hayes work with international clients?
Debbie Hayes does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Debbie Hayes cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Debbie Hayes integrates several evidence-informed approaches in her online practice to meet a range of concerns. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic environment in which people can explore their values and feelings at their own pace - it is often helpful for relationship struggles, grief, and self-esteem work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) emphasizes identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, anger, and stress management. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and committing to meaningful actions - this approach can support coping with chronic stress, trauma reactions, and life transitions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Debbie works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she tailors interventions so the chosen methods fit the client’s situation and values. This collaborative stance helps ensure the work feels both relevant and manageable.
Online therapy with Debbie is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care from home, work, or other locations and to choose the format that best supports engagement and progress with a licensed professional.