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Debbie Chen

Compassionate, practical therapy for life’s challenges

LMHC Florida

Experience
9 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Debbie

Debbie Chen is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with nine years of clinical experience. She has worked with people facing a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, addictions, grief, and relationship or family difficulties.

Background and approach

Debbie emphasizes attentive listening and supports clients as they work toward improved functioning and greater emotional balance. Her work blends cognitive behavioral methods with motivational interviewing and a client-centered stance, helping clients identify patterns, set achievable goals, and draw on their own strengths.

She aims to create a respectful, patient environment that honors each person’s autonomy while offering structure when helpful. Sessions focus on practical strategies and collaborative planning tailored to each individual’s needs.

Debbie offers services through multiple online session formats and communicates in English. Her practice approach highlights responsiveness and steady support for people navigating life transitions, trauma-related concerns, coping challenges, or issues involving self-esteem, intimacy, or addictive behaviors.

Approaches that guide online sessions



Debbie often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients notice unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and develop practical skills for managing symptoms like anxiety, low mood, and stress. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client’s perspective and pacing drive the work. These approaches together can target emotional regulation, problem-solving, and goal setting in everyday life.

Deciding which methods to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, adapting techniques over time so the plan matches changing needs and progress. Clients are encouraged to share feedback so the therapeutic path stays aligned with their priorities.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, or mobility considerations, and they allow licensed professionals to provide consistent support in ways that fit each person’s routine.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Debbie work with?
She addresses a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addictions, grief, relationship and family problems, trauma and related issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach combines client-centered support with cognitive behavioral strategies and motivational interviewing to help clients set goals and change unhelpful patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Debbie has nine years of experience practicing as a mental health clinician in Florida.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and holds the Florida license FL LMHC MH19389.
Does she offer services in languages other than English?
She provides services in English and is not currently accepting international clients.
In what session formats are appointments available?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How is pricing handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule appointments based on therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesADHD

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorder

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English