Listens and understands. Very knowledgeable in her field
Debra Thomas, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Debra is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Debra. View 16 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
Great therapist
More about Debra
- 18 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
I am licensed in Florida with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and I am privileged to be a part of your support system.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Visually impaired
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Debra Thomas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568727261.
- LMHC · Florida · MH9595 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Debra Thomas
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Listens and understands. Very knowledgeable in her field
Great therapist
Debra is such a gifted, compassionate and wise woman. She is such a blessing to have in my life
Debra is a wonderful therapist who has helped me a lot. I feel very safe and comfortable with her. I highly recommend her.
I have been very happy so far
I'm very early on with working with Debra but it would be an understatement to say she's helped me already :)
I havent written one of these because Im not sure how to put into words how much this woman blesses my life. Her way of making things seem so okay and her optimism is refreshing
She’s a very good therapist I highly recommended
Working with Debra has been so helpful! Her input and guidance is so spot on even in just the short time I’ve been working with her. She always reads my journal entries which is helpful because it makes our video sessions so productive. It’s very clear she is experienced because her perspective is so well rounded. I would recommend Debra to anyone.
I've only had 1 session but I feel like she really understood my concerns and has been very helpful so far. Thank you.
We have only met once but we have corresponded several times. It is a new relationship. But I feel very comfortable with and confident in Debra. She seems very good at what she does. I’m very happy with the way things are going.
Debra has been an excellent therapist. Fantastic at listening and not being afraid to challenge me. Would recommend her to anyone.
It’s to early for a real review but I will say that it seems like we are a good match and that she is more than capable of helping me with the many issues and traumas I have and she does not back down she is not afraid to confront my issues and traumas which are deep, very hard, and very traumatic. She stands up to them with the confidence that she will help me through this which gives me the hope I need
Debra is an amazing therapist! She’s kind, wise and patient. She listens and offers great advice and helps you arrive to a solution. I want to recommend her to everyone I know!
Only a few sessions so far, but she seems like a kind caring person that I have easily connected with.
Excellent counselor
Frequently asked questions
Does Debra Thomas offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Debra Thomas works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Debra Thomas speak?
Debra Thomas speaks English.
How many years of experience does Debra Thomas have?
Debra Thomas has 18 years of experience.
Where is Debra Thomas licensed to practice?
Debra Thomas is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Debra Thomas accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Debra Thomas does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Debra Thomas offer?
Debra Thomas offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Debra Thomas?
Debra Thomas can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Debra Thomas?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.