Rosemary Holderman

Rosemary Holderman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida with four decades of clinical experience. She works with adults and adolescents who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, parenting strain, and life transitions. Rosemary aims to build an open, honest working relationship where the client leads the way and she guides the process.

Her practice draws on talk therapy, skill teaching, and problem-solving to help people handle day-to-day pressures and bigger shifts. Sessions often focus on practical steps for managing mood, improving communication, reducing anger, and coping after loss or trauma. She also supports people facing issues tied to adoption and foster care, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, and challenges related to aging.

Rosemary has worked in many settings, including juvenile corrections, group homes, public mental health, in-home family counseling, and with the Department of Children and Families in Florida. That range has shaped a flexible style that adapts to different needs and life stages. She balances listening with concrete suggestions aimed at real change.

Her approach is client-centered; she treats each person as the expert on their life and helps them set achievable goals. She emphasizes empathy, straightforward communication, and steady support through both setbacks and progress. People who want a compassionate guide for managing big life changes may find her approach helpful.

With 40 years of experience, Rosemary brings long-term practice to issues like trauma and domestic violence, first responder stress, bipolar concerns, and ADHD-related struggles. She encourages curious questions and a collaborative plan when therapy begins.

How her approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and values, then taking actions that match what matters most; it can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client's perspective and builds a trusting relationship through listening, empathy, and respect for personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches tools to change unhelpful routines, which is useful for anxiety, mood issues, and stress management.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Rosemary will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their concerns, goals, and daily life. She will adjust strategies as progress is made so the plan stays practical and relevant.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into busy schedules, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people find video or phone sessions useful for maintaining continuity during transitions, while others prefer in-person meetings when available. Discuss format preferences during the initial matching and scheduling steps so sessions match your routine and needs.