Debra McGuffee, LMFT
Experienced LMFT supporting relationships and recovery
- Relationship focus
- Trauma and addiction
- Flexible session options
About Debra McGuffee
Debra McGuffee is a Minnesota based licensed therapist with three decades of clinical experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate complex life challenges. As an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - she draws on 30 years of direct therapy work and an additional 26 years of experience in business and corporate settings to support clients with practical strategies for relationships, communication, career issues, and personal growth.
Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, seasonal affective disorder, schizophrenia, addictions, grief, trauma and abuse, intimacy and relationship struggles, parenting and blended family challenges, and attachment and abandonment issues. She also works with clients on self-esteem, body image, sleep and eating concerns, anger, career transitions, and coping with life changes. When requested by a client, she can incorporate Christian based counseling into her work.
Debra uses an array of therapeutic methods tailored to each person, including cognitive and emotion-focused approaches and strategies for managing intense emotions and relationship interactions. She invites prospective clients to view her calendar to schedule a first session and asks that they provide three goals they want to work on to help shape early sessions. Warm and pragmatic in her approach, she aims to collaborate with clients to build clearer communication, healthier patterns, and greater resilience.
Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, seasonal affective disorder, schizophrenia, addictions, grief, trauma and abuse, intimacy and relationship struggles, parenting and blended family challenges, and attachment and abandonment issues. She also works with clients on self-esteem, body image, sleep and eating concerns, anger, career transitions, and coping with life changes. When requested by a client, she can incorporate Christian based counseling into her work.
Debra uses an array of therapeutic methods tailored to each person, including cognitive and emotion-focused approaches and strategies for managing intense emotions and relationship interactions. She invites prospective clients to view her calendar to schedule a first session and asks that they provide three goals they want to work on to help shape early sessions. Warm and pragmatic in her approach, she aims to collaborate with clients to build clearer communication, healthier patterns, and greater resilience.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Debra McGuffee have?
Debra McGuffee has 30 years of experience providing therapy.
Is Debra McGuffee a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMFT which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: MN LMFT 1436.
In which languages does Debra McGuffee provide therapy?
Debra McGuffee provides therapy in English.
Where is Debra McGuffee located?
Debra McGuffee is located in Minnesota.
How can I work with Debra McGuffee as my therapist?
You can work with Debra McGuffee through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Debra McGuffee work with international clients?
Debra McGuffee does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Debra McGuffee 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 with therapy 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.
Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It helps with anxiety, depression, stress, and problem solving by teaching practical skills to shift thoughts and actions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes skills for managing strong emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and tolerating distress. It is useful for people who struggle with intense mood swings, relationship conflicts, or self-destructive coping.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy centers on understanding and reshaping emotional responses in relationships to improve connection and security. It can be particularly helpful for couples and family concerns where attachment and communication are central.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and will be a collaborative decision. Debra will work with each person to determine which methods align best with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, access support from home, and maintain continuity during life transitions, while allowing licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent care and skill-building across different formats.