Debra N. Olshever, M.Ed., LCSW, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor,
Licensed School Psychologist

I have been working in the field of adoption since 1994. I have extensive experience working with pre-adoptive families seeking to adopt either domestically or internationally. I am a caring professional who will help you feel comfortable in discussing your concerns and questions. I will assist you in clarifying your needs and help you make knowledgeable decisions. I have done hundreds of home studies and post placement visits, working with several different adoption agencies.

I bring a “hands on” perspective to my work and fully understand some of the pain, confusion, excitement and fears you may have. I believe in the value of education and preparation to help you make the best decisions and to become the best parents you can be. I want to be your advocate and consultant.

I have worked as a School Psychologist and Guidance Counselor, as well as a Management Trainer and Consultant in industry, so I bring a wealth of experience to my work. I love having the opportunity to help families and professionals better understand some of the issues involved in adoption. I enjoy working with groups of people, as well as individuals, couples and families. You will find me to be warm, open and non-judgmental, and thus easy to talk to. Sometimes just having a good listener is all people need, but I draw from a solid clinical base as well.

My expertise is in training about many issues, ranging from corporate and management issues, to infertility and adoption, to child assault prevention and education. I love to present programs to groups of people, and to facilitate learning that takes place in that context. I have been told that my style is warm and non-threatening, setting people at ease, which enables the best learning environment.