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Debra Matthews-Robinson

LCSW

Debra Matthews-Robinson , LCSW

Therapist in Florida

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About Debra

Debra Matthews-Robinson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 20 years of clinical experience helping people navigate major life transitions and emotional challenges. She combines clinical skill with compassionate attention to each person's story, drawing on interventions that address anxiety, depression, grief, and addiction while honoring individual differences and lived experience.

Her work emphasizes practical coping strategies and emotional healing, integrating approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR alongside empathic support. Debra focuses on areas including stress management, caregiver issues, communication difficulties, forgiveness work, and the complex emotions of guilt and shame. She also assists clients dealing with panic attacks, mood disorders, and the cultivation of self-love during times of change.

Clients find a nonjudgmental space to explore personal growth, process past experiences, and build stronger resilience. Debra frames therapy as a collaborative process that aims to meet measurable goals while respecting each personâs pace and values. She welcomes people from diverse backgrounds and works to create an inclusive environment that supports meaningful, sustained change.

Bringing CBT and EMDR to Online Sessions

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical skills to change behaviors and reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. It is goal-oriented and often involves exercises that can be practiced between sessions to build coping skills.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, known as EMDR, is a therapeutic approach used to help people process distressing memories and reduce the intensity of painful emotions connected to past events. EMDR can be useful for trauma-related symptoms, persistent intrusive memories, and strong emotional reactions tied to specific experiences.

Choosing the right method is part of the therapeutic journey. Debra works collaboratively with each person to explore which approach - or combination of approaches - best fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy lives. Video calls allow for face-to-face connection from home, phone sessions provide an easy alternative when video is not possible, and live chat or text messaging can support shorter check-ins and ongoing reflection between sessions. These options make it easier to access consistent care and maintain momentum toward personal goals.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Debra Matthews-Robinson have?

Debra Matthews-Robinson has 20 years of clinical experience working with individuals on a range of emotional and life challenges.

Is Debra Matthews-Robinson a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: FL LCSW SW8464.

In which languages does Debra Matthews-Robinson provide therapy?

Debra provides therapy in English.

Where is Debra Matthews-Robinson located?

Debra is located in Florida.

How can I work with Debra Matthews-Robinson as my therapist?

You can work with Debra Matthews-Robinson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Debra Matthews-Robinson work with international clients?

Debra Matthews-Robinson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Debra Matthews-Robinson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-love

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English

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