Deborah Cho, LCSW
Compassionate, interactive therapy for meaningful change
- CBT informed support
- Strengths based approach
- Crisis intervention experience
About Deborah Cho
Deborah Cho, LCSW, is a Korean-American New York native and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who brings over 10 years of experience providing therapy and crisis intervention services. Her background spans a range of settings, including private practice, inpatient hospital units, community-based programs, NYC public schools, and a substance use rehabilitation center, which informs a practical and adaptable approach to care.
Her orientation is eclectic, with a strong emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an approach that helps people notice unhelpful thought patterns and shift behaviors in ways that better support day-to-day functioning. She has worked with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, career stressors, mood and personality disorders, and the impacts of abuse and trauma.
Deborah Cho’s style is compassionate, honest, and interactive. She uses a person-centered, strengths-based approach to help clients identify patterns in thoughts and behaviors, build healthier coping strategies, process personal history, and understand how earlier experiences can shape current functioning. Her aim is to bring clinical expertise to a supportive therapeutic process so clients can move toward greater peace and fulfillment, while feeling encouraged and empowered as they take meaningful steps toward change.
Her orientation is eclectic, with a strong emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an approach that helps people notice unhelpful thought patterns and shift behaviors in ways that better support day-to-day functioning. She has worked with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, career stressors, mood and personality disorders, and the impacts of abuse and trauma.
Deborah Cho’s style is compassionate, honest, and interactive. She uses a person-centered, strengths-based approach to help clients identify patterns in thoughts and behaviors, build healthier coping strategies, process personal history, and understand how earlier experiences can shape current functioning. Her aim is to bring clinical expertise to a supportive therapeutic process so clients can move toward greater peace and fulfillment, while feeling encouraged and empowered as they take meaningful steps toward change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Deborah Cho have?
Deborah Cho has 11 years of experience providing therapy and related clinical support.
Is Deborah Cho a licensed therapist?
Yes. Deborah Cho is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She holds licensure in New York (NY LCSW 087998) and California (CA LCSW 114604).
In which languages does Deborah Cho provide therapy?
Deborah Cho provides therapy in English.
Where is Deborah Cho located?
Deborah Cho is located in New York.
How can I work with Deborah Cho as my therapist?
You can work with Deborah Cho through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Deborah Cho work with international clients?
Yes. Deborah Cho works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Deborah Cho 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.
Evidence-Informed Approaches, Made Accessible Online
Deborah Cho, LCSW, draws from several therapy models to support clients in making practical, meaningful changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on recognizing patterns in thoughts and behaviors and experimenting with new responses, which can be especially helpful when stress, anxiety, depression, or life transitions start to feel overwhelming.She also integrates Client-Centered Therapy, a collaborative approach that prioritizes the client’s lived experience, values, and strengths. This style can be a good fit for people who want a supportive space to sort through relationship concerns, identity questions, career challenges, or the aftereffects of difficult experiences at their own pace.
Attachment-Based Therapy may be used to explore how past relationships and early experiences influence current coping, connection, and trust. This lens can be useful when patterns show up in close relationships, family dynamics, or in responses to loss and change.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Deborah Cho partners with clients to clarify goals and preferences, then adjusts the process over time so therapy remains relevant and workable.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to stay engaged even with a busy schedule, travel, or changing routines.