- CBT tools
- Client-centered work
- Motivational interviewing
About Deborah
Dr. Deborah Kay Thompson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Colorado with 23 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on problems such as stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, depression, parenting challenges, and anger. Her practical focus is on what people want to change and the steps that move them toward those goals.
She uses straightforward, evidence-informed approaches. Sessions commonly look at thought patterns and behaviors, how relationships affect daily life, and what motivates change. Dr. Thompson draws on client-centered methods to make space for a person’s perspective. She also uses cognitive behavioral tools to spot and shift unhelpful thinking, and motivational interviewing to strengthen commitment to change.
Her background includes long-term work with people facing substance use concerns, trauma histories, and intense relationship problems. She has helped people manage impulsivity, codependency, communication breakdowns, and the practical fallout of divorce or separation. Her experience covers mood issues such as bipolar disorder and depression alongside anxiety and burnout.
In sessions she prioritizes clear goals and measurable steps. People often work on practical behavior changes, new communication skills, and ways to reduce recurring conflict. Dr. Thompson discusses options and progress openly so adjustments can be made as needs shift.
Sessions are conducted in English. She practices in Colorado and follows the LMFT scope of practice. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first appointment through the therapist’s online options.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening to the person's experience and responding without judgment. It helps people clarify what matters to them and set personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical strategies for changing unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and anger. Motivational Interviewing is a conversational style that helps people find their own reasons to change and build commitment to those changes.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and the client review concerns, goals, and what has or hasn’t worked before. They then try methods that fit the person’s preferences and adjust over time based on what helps most. This is a collaborative process rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking because options are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also allow sessions when someone prefers not to be on camera or needs a simpler setup with less bandwidth. Discuss format choices when scheduling to match the practical demands of everyday life.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, depression, parenting issues, anger, and related concerns such as codependency and communication problems.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses client-centered techniques, cognitive behavioral tools, and motivational interviewing to set goals and make practical changes in thinking and behavior.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 23 years of experience providing mental health services to individuals and to people affected by substance use and relationship challenges.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LMFT practicing in Colorado under the CO LMFT designation.
Does she work in languages other than English or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as format details are not specified here.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with an initial appointment?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.