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Denise Whall-Marlin, LICSW, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Trauma, Abuse Self esteem, Motivation Depression
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About me

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker from Boston, Massachusetts (and also licensed in Nevada and Arizona) with fourteen years of experience in providing psychotherapy. I have worked with all different kinds of people, and I have helped them with a variety of challenges and mental health problems. I have post-graduate training in several types of treatment, including cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, as well as an academic background from New York University in psycho-dynamic treatment.

I know that no two people are the same, so there is no cookie-cutter approach to therapy. When I work with you, my preferred approach is to work together to find the unique approach that works best for you. I like to combine support, empathy and humor with skills-building, problem solving and mindfulness to help people better manage overwhelming emotions and improve their relationships - without any judgment. My goal is to help put you back in the driver's seat of your life and gain mastery over your feelings and relationships. I know how important it is to build a strong and trusting relationship with a therapist, and I provide both validation and truthful insights to my clients. Most of all, I strongly believe in a strengths-based, person-centered approach that recognizes each person's unique abilities and helps them to reach their highest potential.

What I love about online therapy is that it's so flexible. When you reach out to me, I will be in touch with you within 24 hours, so you can message me any time, anywhere. I am available for live sessions over instant messenger, telephone or video chat. When it comes to your treatment, you're in charge - we can communicate in whatever way makes you feel most comfortable.

It takes a lot of courage to reach out for help. I know that together we can overcome any obstacles you are facing and put you on the path to a happier, calmer and more satisfying life. I promise to be right by your side every step of the way on your journey, and that we will work at your pace. I am excited to work with you!

Professional experience

13 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Trauma, Abuse Self esteem, Motivation Depression

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

MA LICSW LICSW119583

OR LCSW L15119

NV LCSW 11340-C

WA LICSW LW61511606

AZ LCSW LCSW-22092

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Denise Whall-Marlin. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Dr Whall-Marlin has been very supportive through a family tragedy for the last several months. I truly appreciate her insight and would highly recommend her to others.

Written on Oct 21, 2025 after therapy with Denise for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and bipolar disorder

She was great

Written on Oct 19, 2025 after therapy with Denise for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, and adhd

She is very helpful in guiding me ro find myself

Written on Sep 09, 2025 after therapy with Denise for 6 years and 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

She's effective!

Written on Sep 03, 2025 after therapy with Denise for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, compassion fatigue, and adhd

I am grateful for Denise, her experience, and her approach. As someone who avoids things when it feels like it's all too much, there is a bit of shame there. The anxiety builds the longer I avoid, and I have found that every time I have anxiously returned to this forum after a bit of avoidance to connect with Denise again- I am met with words of affirmation, kindness and understanding. Never judgment. She asks if and when I am ready for suggestions to work on things that are hard for me, and never pushes. I am grateful for this opportunity and have benefitted from working with Denise.

Written on Aug 22, 2025 after therapy with Denise for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and adhd

It is so refreshing to finally feel heard and seen. I have been in and out of therapy for over 10 years, and Denise is someone who I finally feel safe to open up to and work through things with. She is kind and patient, yet will tell me things as they are and be direct when I ask for it. I am very happy that I found Denise!

Written on Jun 05, 2025 after therapy with Denise for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue