Debra Nystrom, LMFT

Debra Nystrom is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 30 years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Debra approaches each person as the expert on their own life and looks for existing strengths to build on.

She listens carefully and creates a calm space to sort through what feels most urgent. Debra focuses on practical steps clients can try between sessions. She aims to make the process feel manageable, especially when taking that first step feels hard.

Her work draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address emotional pain and interpersonal problems. Sessions often include learning tools for coping, trying new ways to communicate, and looking at patterns that keep problems repeating. The tone is collaborative and goal-focused rather than prescriptive.

Debra’s long experience includes many kinds of life transitions and losses. She offers support for people facing caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and workplace or money difficulties. She also helps with issues such as guilt, shame, isolation, and questions about life purpose.

People who choose to work with Debra typically want clear steps and a steady therapeutic presence. She encourages small changes that add up over time and helps people track what is working. To begin, readers should use the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire.