Norma Deering, LCSW

Norma Deering is a licensed clinical social worker in Texas with 24 years of experience. She focuses on helping people cope with stress and anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and motivation challenges. Norma also supports those facing work-related anxiety and offers practical help with job-seeking skills and motivation.

She works with people affected by chronic illness, disability, or caregiving burnout, including situations like cancer, dementia, or Alzheimer’s in a loved one. Norma helps those who develop anxiety or depression after an accident or a new disability. She also addresses concerns tied to current events and political stress that affect daily life.

Norma tailors conversation and care to each person's needs. She aims to be respectful, sensitive, and compassionate in sessions. Together she and the client set goals and choose approaches that fit the person’s situation.

Her methods include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior approaches, emotionally focused work, and client-centered listening. Norma offers services in English and Spanish and adapts her style based on each individual’s preferences.

Taking a first step can feel hard, and she acknowledges that courage. Norma emphasizes practical tools for managing anxiety and stress, clearer thinking around work and life choices, and steady support through difficult changes.

Therapeutic approaches you can use online

Norma uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and still move toward a valued life. ACT emphasizes practical steps and gentle acceptance so anxiety does less to control choices.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and replace them with clearer, more useful behaviors. CBT is often helpful for managing anxiety, sleep problems, and work-related stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Norma works collaboratively with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and comfort level. She adapts suggestions as progress and needs change, so treatment stays practical and focused on daily life.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Discuss format and timing during the matching and scheduling steps so sessions suit your routine and goals.