I am a professional counselor licensed in Pennsylvania and Maryland, as well as nationally certified. I am also certified in school counseling k-12. I have worked with varying age groups and populations. I started out my professional career in a social service department in a hospital. Following this, I have worked in schools, as well as various mental health agencies. Most recently I was the director of a mental health and drug and alcohol facility.
During my career as a clinical psychotherapist, I strived to become a very well-rounded clinician, working with multiple modalities along with ongoing continued education to provide the best care to those I served. I am in the process of earning my PhD. While I do utilize multiple modalities such as DBT, CBT, and SFT, I believe in a person-centered approach overall, as each individual is unique and thus deserves the approach and style that best fits their own unique needs. Additionally, I have worked with addictions extensively both individually and in a group format. I have taken extensive training in gambling addiction and have run IOP for drug and alcohol groups for many years.
I believe wholeheartedly in providing validation and helping my clients understand the importance of self-validation. No matter what the struggle is my clients are facing, I believe that they have the strength within them to overcome their obstacles. I strive to help them find that strength.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Mood Disorders, Social Anxiety and Phobia
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
PA LPC PC011536
MD LCPC LC11123
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Denise is fantastic! She is a good listener, has a sense of humor, and is knowledgable and shares a lot of resources and good ideas. She does a really good job at educating me and helping me find ways to help myself. I highly recommend her.
Written on Aug 17, 2023 after therapy with Denise for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Amazing therapist would definitely recommend if you are struggling with anxiety or any issues she covers. She is reliable and experienced. She makes you feel comfortable in exploring you're issues .
Written on Jul 24, 2023 after therapy with Denise for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Denise is extremely kind and a great listener. She provides helpful ways to manage my mind and things get better for me every day.
Written on Jun 10, 2023 after therapy with Denise for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
Denise is a wonderful therapist. I have never felt judged by her and she really listens. She’s also quick to respond and does her very best to accommodate my crazy schedule.
Written on Apr 08, 2023 after therapy with Denise for 4 months on issues concerning depression, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
She is awesome. I recommend her all the time
Written on Mar 14, 2023 after therapy with Denise for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and anger management
Denise is great. She is very easy to talk to. I feel like I can be honest with her.
Written on Jan 20, 2023 after therapy with Denise for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, eating disorders, compassion fatigue, and adhd
