Debra Tansky , MD, LCPC

Debra Tansky is a Maryland-based therapist who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, and relationship concerns. She also supports people facing issues related to body image, workplace stress, and women's issues. Debra brings 18 years of experience to the work and holds an MD and LCPC. Her style is calm and practical. Sessions focus on clear goals and small steps clients can try between meetings. She encourages stronger communication, healthier coping habits, and a kinder relationship with oneself. Debra often helps people dealing with panic attacks, social anxiety, and the strain of caregiving. She also works with those navigating divorce, forgiveness, guilt, and questions about life purpose. When addiction or recovery is part of the picture, she integrates that into the broader treatment plan. People looking for support around LGBT concerns or relationship problems will find a nonjudgmental approach. The work includes learning skills to reduce anxious thinking and improve interactions with others. Debra emphasizes developing self-love and clearer personal boundaries. Therapy sessions are available by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging. This lets people choose what fits their schedule and comfort level. Anyone interested in starting can expect straightforward guidance on next steps and scheduling.

Online approaches and how they help

Evidence-based techniques often focus on changing unhelpful thinking and building new skills. One approach helps people notice anxious thoughts, test them, and practice different reactions to reduce panic and social anxiety. This method is useful for stress, panic attacks, and social fears.

Another common approach emphasizes skills for managing emotions and improving communication. It teaches ways to handle strong feelings, reduce angry reactions, and speak more clearly in relationships and at work. This style supports people dealing with relationship strain, workplace stress, and caregiver burden.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, then try techniques that match those needs. That collaborative process makes it easier to adjust methods over time.

Online therapy is offered here by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video lets people work face-to-face from home; phone calls can be a good fit when bandwidth is limited or a quick check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging make it simple to share short updates and get ongoing support between sessions. These options give flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels.