Dr. Lauren Serdencuk , LMFT

Dr. Lauren Serdencuk is a Florida-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Certified Addiction Professional (CAP) who brings extensive clinical training and experience to work with individuals, couples, and families. She earned a PhD from Nova Southeastern University, a Master of Marriage and Family Therapy from Mercy College, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from CUNY Queens College. The LMFT credential identifies her as a therapist trained to address relational and family dynamics, and the CAP credential indicates specialized training in treating substance use concerns.

With 15 years of experience, Dr. Serdencuk focuses on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, LGBT-related matters, grief, intimacy challenges, sleep disturbances, parenting difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career transitions, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. She also works with blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, communication problems, and impulse control issues.

Her practice emphasizes a solution-focused orientation that centers on discovering practical paths forward rather than dwelling on the past. She works collaboratively with people who are seeking change, willing to take on challenges, and open to exploring new possibilities for healthier relationships and more effective coping.

Approaches for Online Care and Therapeutic Change

Dr. Serdencuk draws from client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to guide online work in accessible, practical ways. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and building a collaborative relationship so clients feel heard and supported while exploring personal goals; it is particularly helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and family dynamics. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical strategies to change them - a useful approach for anxiety, depression, stress, and many habit-related challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Serdencuk works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts techniques over time to support progress.

Online sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, varied comfort levels, and geographic constraints. These options make it easier to connect with licensed professionals and continue consistent care while balancing work, family, and daily responsibilities.