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Dr. Deborah Kay Thompson, LMFT
Colorado
LMFT in Colorado - relationships and addiction
See online therapy options- CBT
- Motivational interviewing
- Client-centered
About Deborah
Dr. Deborah Kay Thompson is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in Colorado with 23 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, family concerns, intimacy, parenting, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, life changes, and ADHD. She speaks English and works with adults on these issues.
Dr. Thompson uses practical methods to help people notice patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going. She often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new responses. She also draws on client-centered methods and motivational interviewing when people need support to make changes.
In early sessions she asks what matters most and what a reasonable first step looks like. She helps set clear goals and checks progress regularly. Sessions include talking through specific situations and practicing new skills between meetings.
Her background includes long-term work with people affected by trauma, substance use, and difficult relationship dynamics. That experience shapes how she plans step-by-step work for coping, safety, and communication. She pays attention to how emotional patterns affect everyday choices.
Practical tools, short experiments, and focused conversation are typical parts of her work. People can expect structured discussions, skill-building, and follow-up assignments aimed at shifting daily habits. To begin, the process starts with a short questionnaire and scheduling a first session.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Dr. Thompson uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot thought patterns and practice new responses, which works well in focused conversation and homework between meetings. Client-centered methods are used to listen closely and shape sessions around what the client brings that week. Motivational interviewing is applied when someone needs help finding and strengthening reasons to change.Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the work together. She treats that as a collaborative process - the client and therapist review what helps, adjust methods, and set achievable goals based on needs and preferences.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not specified here. Ask which session types are offered and pick what fits daily life. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into work breaks, reduce commuting, and let people do short focused check-ins when needed. Clarify the available formats when you schedule so sessions match your routine and goals.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, depression, parenting and related issues listed in her specialties.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test different responses in everyday situations.
What experience does she bring?
She has 23 years of clinical experience working with individuals and couples on substance use, trauma, and relationship concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LMFT licensed in Colorado and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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