Deborah Vadell, LMFT, QS

Deborah Vadell, LMFT, is a highly experienced Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years in the mental health field, specializing in substance abuse, addiction recovery, and trauma therapy. She provides virtual therapy across Florida, helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the challenges of mental health, addiction, and life transitions.

Deborah earned her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University in 1995 and has dedicated her career to supporting adults and families affected by addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. She understands the complex impact of substance abuse and trauma on individuals and their relationships, offering compassionate, structured therapy to guide clients toward long-term recovery and emotional resilience.

Her integrative therapeutic approach combines:

• Solution-Focused Therapy – Helping clients identify strengths and set achievable, future-oriented goals.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Addressing negative thought patterns that contribute to addiction and trauma responses.
• Motivational Interviewing (MI) – Supporting clients in strengthening their motivation for change and breaking free from destructive cycles.

Deborah has worked extensively with clients struggling with substance use disorders, compulsive behaviors, PTSD, grief and loss, anxiety, and phase-of-life challenges. She also has experience supporting the geriatric population, helping older adults and their families navigate mental health and life transitions. As a Qualified Supervisor, she also mentors and supports aspiring therapists entering the field.

At the heart of Deborah’s practice is a deep commitment to the therapeutic relationship, providing a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their challenges and build a path toward healing. She believes in meeting clients where they are and helping them discover their inner strengths, resilience, and capacity for transformation.

As an Independent Contractor with Genesis Counseling, Deborah is in-network with United Healthcare, Optum, Oscar, Cigna, Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Florida Blue, Quest and Tricare East. She also accepts private pay clients, with session fees ranging from $175–$275.

If you are seeking a highly experienced therapist specializing in addiction, trauma, and long-term recovery, Deborah Vadell is here to help. Through virtual therapy across Florida, she offers expert guidance, evidence-based interventions, and compassionate support to help you regain control of your life. Contact Genesis Counseling today to schedule an appointment with Deborah.

Deborah can be found on Psychology Today