I visited Dr. Lyons for several years through middle school into high school, and saw noticeable improvements in my physical health. I have not had chest pains or migraines in years! M.O.  - Adolescent Therapy Patient … [Read more...]

At the time of my son's first visit with Dr. Lyons, he had few friends, was lacking basic conversational skills and had low self esteem.  Dr. Lyons not only taught him the social skills to be successful in middle school and high school,  but she gave him the skills and self confidence to be successful in life.   It was hard work, but the benefits have been priceless. R.W. - Adolescent Therapy … [Read more...]

During a time when my identity was wrapped solely around the needs of others, Deborah Lyons provided me tools to develop an stronger, confident and self-loving person. On the heels of an international move, she helped me navigate the complexity of my divorce and custody battle. Her expertise and emotional support provided me with an understanding of how events in my life led to an unhealthy and … [Read more...]

My son saw Dr. Lyons for almost 3 years between the 4th and 6th grades.  He benefitted tremendously from her counsel during this time.  Dr. Lyons was easy to work with and was spot on in her assessment of my son and where he was struggling.  At the end of each session, we debriefed on, not only on how that week's session had gone, but also on how the strategies she and my son were working on were … [Read more...]

After searching the United States for a psychologist to evaluate our deaf daughter, we travelled to Austin for Dr. Lyons to test her.  Our daughter, in addition to being deaf has multiple disabilities, she is a real challenge.  Dr. Lyons met that challenge, she was caring and creative in her testing. She was on the floor with our daughter because that's what it took to get the task done!  Dr. … [Read more...]

Debbie helped our family through a frightening, sad time with her thoughtful, supportive approach to the collaborative process and amazing ability to translate our sometimes very negative comments into useful dialogue.  Post-divorce, my children and I are doing very well and Debbie continues to be excited to hear about our welfare.  She is a gem! HM (Happy Mom) - Collaborative Divorce Case … [Read more...]

Dr. Lyons was an effective and compassionate therapist for my needs. She provided me with valuable insights and ongoing support to encourage my personal growth.  She communicates effectively in ASL and has a deep understanding of Deaf Culture and the challenges that Deaf clients face in society. S.J. - Deaf Therapy Patient … [Read more...]

I'm extremely pleased with the correct diagnosis (not ADHD) and treatment my child received under Dr Lyons care.  She is now a college student and able to enjoy life without all the extra challenges she faced before treatment. S.O. - Adolescent Therapy Patient … [Read more...]

I asked my daughter what her favorite thing about going to see Dr Lyons was.  Her answer was that she got to play board games after school with her. The game collection is amazing and helped my daughter relax when she was first starting with Dr. Lyons. E.R. - Child Therapy Patient … [Read more...]

There is no one more significant in the village that helped us raise our four children (two boys and two girls) than Dr. Lyons. Beginning with grief counseling when our youngest was in the third grade through four varied adolescent experiences with all their twists and turns, she worked wonders through her professional blend of knowledge, patience, creativity, and nurture. She taught us that … [Read more...]