Dr. Lauren Serdencuk, LMFT

Dr. Lauren Serdencuk is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Florida who brings formal training and a practical focus to her work. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from CUNY Queens College, completed a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy at Mercy College, and holds a PhD from Nova Southeastern University. In addition to her clinical degrees, she is a Certified Addiction Professional (CAP) in Florida and holds the credential of Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT, which indicates specialized training in treating individuals, couples, and families.

Her clinical focus includes supporting people facing substance use concerns, chronic illness, depression, and anxiety. Dr. Serdencuk favors a solution-focused orientation, concentrating on realistic, forward-looking strategies rather than dwelling on past events. This approach emphasizes practical steps and new possibilities that clients can try between sessions.

She works with clients who are motivated for change and willing to engage in challenges that open the door to new patterns and healthier functioning. Dr. Serdencuk aims to collaborate with each person to identify achievable goals, explore strengths, and develop concrete plans for moving toward the life changes they seek.

Integrating therapeutic approaches into online care

Dr. Lauren Serdencuk draws on established approaches to guide online therapy in ways that are practical and client-focused. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's own goals and experience, offering empathic listening and support while helping clients find their own solutions; it is often used for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, providing structured tools for managing anxiety, depression, and coping with stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and acceptance skills to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, which can be helpful for stress, chronic illness, and ongoing worry.

Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the collaborative process. Dr. Serdencuk works with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress is made and new priorities emerge.

Online sessions offer flexibility in how care is delivered - whether through video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into a busy life or to access help from different locations within Florida. These options support consistent engagement, timely check-ins between sessions, and the ability to choose formats that feel most comfortable for each client.