- Thoughts and habits
- Mindfulness and ACT
- Recovery focused
About Denise
She uses an integrative, person-centered approach that adapts to each person's needs. Sessions focus on practical skills and clearer thinking. Denise combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness tools to change unhelpful habits and thought patterns.
Her background includes work in substance abuse treatment, clinical supervision, health and wellness coaching, and art therapy. That mix informs how she supports people through grief, trauma, and recovery from addiction. She also addresses relationship strains, communication problems, and parenting challenges.
Denise emphasizes building trust and being present. Therapy sessions often include skill practice, goal setting, and problem-solving tailored to everyday life. She aims to help people reconnect with their strengths and make sustainable changes.
People come to her for help with mood disorders, ADHD-related struggles, anger, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem. She also supports those coping with career stress, compassion fatigue, and aging-related concerns. Work may include coaching elements to support real-world action.
To start, people choose the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire. Scheduling follows based on therapist availability and the platform process.
Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Illinois, Virginia
Languages
English
Evidence-informed approaches applied online
Denise uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in ways that are direct and practical. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to change everyday habits. ACT encourages noticing thoughts and values-based action to move forward even when emotions are strong.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, what has helped before, and what feels workable now. Together they adjust methods so sessions match needs and priorities.
Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing shorter, focused check-ins when needed. It can also allow people to practice skills between sessions and bring real-life situations into the conversation for faster progress.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Denise commonly address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, ADHD, and problems with self-esteem. Additional areas include grief, trauma, relationship and communication struggles.
What is her therapy style like?
Her work is integrative and person-centered, blending CBT, ACT, DBT ideas, and mindfulness. Sessions focus on practical skills and changing everyday thoughts and habits.
How much experience does she have?
She brings 25 years of clinical experience across counseling, substance abuse treatment, art therapy, coaching, and supervision.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds LCPC and LPC credentials and practices in Virginia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.