Norma Deering, LCSW

Norma Deering is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Texas with 24 years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, LGBTQ+ related concerns, motivation and self-esteem challenges, confidence building, and depression. Norma also provides support for anxiety and distress tied to work life and can assist with job-seeking strategies and motivation to help clients move forward.

She offers help to individuals managing disabilities as well as caregivers who are experiencing burnout from caregiving responsibilities, including situations such as a cancer diagnosis or a loved one living with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Norma is also available to support those who have recently experienced an accident or a new disability and who are coping with related anxiety or depression.

Norma approaches care with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique circumstances and goals. She recognizes that taking the first step toward a more satisfying life requires courage and provides steady support throughout that process. Norma can offer services in Spanish - ¡Estoy aquí para ayudarle!

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Norma Deering draws on evidence-informed approaches to guide online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values, accept difficult feelings, and commit to actions that align with what matters most - it can be helpful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and nonjudgmental listening so clients feel understood and can explore concerns like self-esteem, relationship issues, and grief at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it a useful tool for depression, anxiety, and coping with day-to-day pressures.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Norma works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on needs, goals, and personal preference. She adapts techniques and the pace of work so therapy meets the individual where they are.

Online sessions via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility and accessibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility limitations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to practice new skills between sessions with the support of licensed professionals and therapists.