Debra Futterman, LCSW — Therapist in Florida

Hi there, I'm Debra!

I'm committed to helping you navigate life's challenges and discover your inner strength. My approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and deep respect for your unique journey. I offer a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.

My focus

I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, stress, trauma, and life challenges. I provide trauma resolution through Accelerated Resolution Therapy and Memory Reconsolidation, often in just a few sessions. This allows you to address specific traumas efficiently.

My approach

I use evidence-based treatments including Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Solution Focus Brief Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Memory Reconsolidation. These approaches help you process difficult experiences quickly and develop practical strategies that resonate with your goals.

My communication style

I provide a relaxed and comfortable environment with my warm, non-judgmental, and genuine conversational manner. You can expect to feel heard and supported as we work together.

My journey to mental healthcare

I started in hospitality management but was looking for more depth in my work. After seeing a career counselor, I enrolled in social work and never looked back. My experience spans working with children and adults in community mental health, crisis intervention, and individual and family counseling.

My goals for you

I encourage you to lean into what you wish to feel or experience at the end of treatment. Then we work backwards together to create your goal for therapy.

Our first session

The first session includes introductions, a discussion about confidentiality, and intake questions about your background, reasons for seeking therapy, and mental health history. We'll explore what you're looking to achieve and discuss my therapeutic style. You'll have time to ask questions about the process.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Jewish

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Police/Fire/First Responders

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Florida International University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Debra Futterman