Debra McGuffee, LMFT
Minnesota LMFT with 30 years experience
- Relationship and family therapy
- Trauma and addiction support
- CBT DBT EFT
About Debra McGuffee
Debra McGuffee is a Minnesota Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 30 years of clinical experience. She blends long-standing clinical practice with extensive experience in business and corporate settings, bringing practical insight to career and work-related concerns as well as personal and relational challenges.
Her work focuses on relationships and communication, including conflict resolution, infidelity, and rebuilding trust. She supports personal growth around self-esteem, self-worth, and confidence, and works with individuals and families facing mood and anxiety disorders, trauma and abuse, addiction, grief, intimacy concerns, and a broad range of life adjustments. Additional areas of emphasis include parenting, career transitions, ADHD, bipolar conditions, and compassion fatigue, along with more specific concerns such as adoption and foster care, aging issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and body image.
Debra draws from client-centered principles and evidence-informed methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and emotionally-focused therapy (EFT). She adapts these approaches to fit each person's needs and goals, offering practical strategies alongside opportunities for deeper emotional work. If requested by a client, she can incorporate Christian-based counseling into sessions.
Those who choose to work with Debra can expect a seasoned clinician who emphasizes clear goals and collaborative planning. She invites prospective clients to review her availability and consider specific outcomes they hope to achieve as a starting point for therapy.
Her work focuses on relationships and communication, including conflict resolution, infidelity, and rebuilding trust. She supports personal growth around self-esteem, self-worth, and confidence, and works with individuals and families facing mood and anxiety disorders, trauma and abuse, addiction, grief, intimacy concerns, and a broad range of life adjustments. Additional areas of emphasis include parenting, career transitions, ADHD, bipolar conditions, and compassion fatigue, along with more specific concerns such as adoption and foster care, aging issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and body image.
Debra draws from client-centered principles and evidence-informed methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and emotionally-focused therapy (EFT). She adapts these approaches to fit each person's needs and goals, offering practical strategies alongside opportunities for deeper emotional work. If requested by a client, she can incorporate Christian-based counseling into sessions.
Those who choose to work with Debra can expect a seasoned clinician who emphasizes clear goals and collaborative planning. She invites prospective clients to review her availability and consider specific outcomes they hope to achieve as a starting point for therapy.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
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 in clinical therapy.
Is Debra McGuffee a licensed therapist?
Yes. Debra McGuffee 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 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.
Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions for most people.One clear advantage is flexibility. Individuals can meet with therapists in the format that suits them best: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility helps therapy fit around work, family, and other commitments and can lower the barrier to getting support.
Licensed professionals offer a variety of approaches and you can change therapists if you feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many seeking accessible, consistent care, online therapy provides a practical and effective option to pursue personal goals and address everyday mental health and relationship concerns.