Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Debra Rose
I’m an RN and LCSW with experience in community mental health, medical social work, and group therapy. I work with adults 18+ and seniors 65+ who are navigating life transitions, stress, anxiety, or simply need a supportive place to talk things through. I also provide therapy to those in the medical field, experiencing burnout and compassion fatigue. I am especially interested in clients facing eating disorders, grief and loss as well as looking at career change.
Clients describe me as approachable, caring, and practical. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel comfortable sharing your story without fear of judgment. I use CBT, cognitive behavioral therapy, SFBT, solution focused brief therapy as well as a strengths based approach in therapy. I believe healing starts with being heard. In our sessions, you’ll have space to tell your story, share what brought you to therapy, and explore new perspectives.
My style is collaborative and supportive — I’ll help you reframe unhelpful thoughts, practice practical coping skills like journaling and mindfulness, and problem-solve to create realistic solutions for your future. I became a therapist after working as an RN for many years. I realized that I was interested in exploring a client's back story regarding stress. I am a dog lover, and also enjoy going to the gym, and watching documentaries.

"As a Registered Nurse and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I recognize how stress, anxiety and depression can be affected by an acute or chronic illness."
Get to know Debra Rose
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
I realized that mental health and quality of life issues were an area I could specialize in after working as a Registered Nurse for many years. i went back to school and completed my MSW.
What types of clients do you work with best?
Adults ages 18-64 and the elderly 65 plus who are experiencing anxiety, depression and stress due to a new diagnosis or chronic illness. Also those with caregiver issues and those seeking a career change. In addition, I work best with clients with body image and eating disorder issues.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
Those with stress, anxiety, depression, illness, grief and loss issues, care giver issues, career changers and those with body image and eating disorders.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
That never is a long long time and there is always a light at the end of a tunnel.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
I choose to work here in order to grow as a therapist. I appreciate all the support they will afford me in my career as an LCSW
What inspires you?
Sunlight, palm trees, the beach, and my dogs.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
In my time off, I care for my dogs, as well as watch documentaries, movies and soap operas. I also like taking long walks.
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
That I am an objective caring person who looks at all sides of a situation before forming a conclusion or opinion.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 5 years
- Graduating institute
- Florida International University
- Graduating degree
- Master's in Social Work
