Debra Struzinski , LMFT

Debra Struzinski is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Connecticut who also holds Florida licensure (FL LMFT MT5038, CT LMFT 001017). With 24 years of clinical experience, she works with individuals, couples, and families to address stress and anxiety, depression, family and personal conflicts, parenting challenges, and life transitions. She also offers distinctly Christian counseling as one pathway of support.

Known for treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, she customizes conversations and therapy goals to fit each person or family’s unique circumstances. As a marriage and family therapist she brings a systemic perspective to relationship and family concerns while also supporting individual growth and coping skills. Debra draws on client-centered and evidence-informed approaches to help clients clarify values, navigate difficult emotions, and build more satisfying relationships.

Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life can require courage, and she positions herself as a steady, listening professional who helps clients move toward practical change. Her practice emphasizes collaboration, tailoring interventions to each client’s goals, beliefs, and stage of life.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Sessions

Debra integrates client-centered therapy to create a supportive space where the client’s own goals and values guide the work; this approach helps people feel heard and empowers them to explore personal concerns, relationships, and life direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which she also uses, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to reduce anxiety, depression, and stress-related patterns. Motivational Interviewing complements these methods by helping clients resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, especially when addressing habits, addictions, or difficult life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Debra collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts strategies over time so the work stays aligned with what matters most to the client.

Online therapy with Debra is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options that fit different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy periods, transitions, or when in-person sessions are not practical, while still allowing meaningful therapeutic work with licensed professionals.