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Starting as a peer mediator in 5th grade, the people around me saw something greater in me.
I am now a licensed mental health counselor in Florida with over 7 years of experience working with client's from infants to late adulthood. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting problems. I have helped many people who have experienced trauma or emotional abuse, and am also adoption competent.
Coupled with CBT, my approach tends to be person centered and solution focused. I am considered an eclectic counselor as I tend to use different techniques and modalities; play is one of my favorites. As standard a practice, I believe you can change as long as you're willing to put in the work! I meet you where you are, move at your pace, and help work to destigmatize you of any labels. Then, we can move in the direction of positive growth.
Counseling only works if you do! It takes courage to seek more for yourself and to take steps towards change. It’s my pleasure to help you find your missing peace. I am here to support and empower you.
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Emptiness, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Phobias, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Denisha Smith. 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.
My favorite therapist I’ve ever had
Written on Jan 03, 2024 after therapy with Denisha for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Denisha brings a balance of realness, humor, spaceholding and support that have helped during a tough time when I felt lost and lacking confidence
Written on Jun 22, 2023 after therapy with Denisha for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and self esteem
Denisha is a special human and I feel incredibly blessed to have been able to work with her. Denisha helped me cultivate deeper understandings and practices of self love, self respect and love for others. I can say she really changed my life for the better and I'm so so grateful for her!
Written on Apr 20, 2023 after therapy with Denisha for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Denisha and I have been working together for many months now and I can happily say she is the therapist for me! She’s supportive, kind, funny, and really goes above and beyond. I’m confident in her expertise and grateful for her ability to integrate knowledge/skills/tools into a person’s routine. She is a great listener and I feel very lucky to have connected with her. Thank you Denisha, I hope anyone looking is able to find as amazing of a therapist ☺️
Written on Feb 08, 2023 after therapy with Denisha for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Denisa is amazing. So great to work with!
Written on Oct 26, 2022 after therapy with Denisha for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Denisha is a breath of fresh air compared to other therapists that I've talked to in the past. She is intuitive and asks the right questions to get to the root of issues.
Written on Sep 29, 2022 after therapy with Denisha for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, and self esteem
Denisha pays attention and remembers details in the next session. She really listens and offers great insight and very helpful advice.
Written on Aug 30, 2022 after therapy with Denisha for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
I’ve read and agree with all the reviews in Denisha’s profile, she’s the best!!!! :)
Written on Aug 27, 2022 after therapy with Denisha for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
so far we had 3 sessions and I’m happy with my therapist Denisha.
Written on Aug 01, 2022 after therapy with Denisha for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and adhd
Denisha’s assessment and understanding of my situation is spot on. I appreciate that she is frank and direct—doesn’t sugar coat anything—and asks questions that challenge my perspective and ultimately lead me to come to realizations on my own. I like how she assigns me homework that gets me out of my comfort zone, whether it’s written worksheets or action steps like trying something new or creating healthier habits. Our sessions leave me feeling heard and supported…and with a lot to think about!
Written on Jun 12, 2022 after therapy with Denisha for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
She seems to know me and when I need to hear from her like the blessing she is!
Written on Jun 08, 2022 after therapy with Denisha for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and coaching
DENISHA is a wonderful therapist. She listens to me and provide great advice.
Written on May 30, 2022 after therapy with Denisha for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and career difficulties
Denisha is an amazing human, an empathetic listener, and a positive force in the world. I have greatly enjoyed working with her
Written on May 03, 2022 after therapy with Denisha for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Denisha is a great listener who provides insightful, helpful advice. She’s helped me through some major issues in my life and makes me consider alternative perspectives.
Written on Apr 10, 2022 after therapy with Denisha for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Denisha is awesome, but I wish I could book the same time every week.
Written on Mar 28, 2022 after therapy with Denisha for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
After working with Denisha for only two sessions, I have already felt an increased sense of confidence and self-worth. Not only does she listen to my concerns & what I have to say, she offers out of the box solutions (that works!) I can use to address my problems, increase my feelings of self-confidence and boost my self-esteem. I appreciate so much that she isn’t afraid to call me out when I am not 100% honest with myself. I look forward to working with her in the future and continuing my own growth in a positive direction.
Written on Mar 15, 2022 after therapy with Denisha for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and anger management
She is great and helpful and positive.
Written on Dec 30, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Wow wow wow.
Words can't express how I am eternally grateful to Denisha for helping me transition through a traumatic time. 6 months after having a miscarriage and dealing with some family and relationship issues I am in the best headspace I have ever been in my entire life.
Her guidance, support an insight - and helping me to have insight has changed my life so much for the better. If you are deliberating whether or not to work with Denisha, you are so lucky she has been selected for you.
She is awesome and you can do it! Sending lots of love to you with your recovery!
Written on Dec 22, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 6 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and grief
Denisha is great, and so good at breaking down the problem to help you see it in a different way. I look forward to talking to her every week!
Written on Dec 20, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I couldn’t say enough great things about Denisha. She listens, understands, helps me understand, and also how to shift my perspective to a better vantage point. She’s really helped me in my journey and I can’t thank her enough.
Written on Nov 22, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Denisha is amazing. I was extremely skeptical about therapy as I had tried it before and left feeling worse than when I arrived. I had the complete opposite experience with Denisha. Within the first 5 min of our 1st session I was in tears bc of how great it felt to just talk to someone and genuinely feel like they're listening and not judging. She has a way of making you feel like you're talking to a friend instead of, in lack of better words, a shrink. I already feel like a much better version of myself and I can't wait to see the person I become as we continue this journey. BetterHelp and Denisha literally saved my mental state.
Written on Nov 10, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Denisha is amazing! She takes the time to really listen and hear me while digging deep to help me figure out what the right answers for me are.
Written on Oct 13, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, and self esteem
Denisha is amazing. She’s supportive and her expertise is extremely helpful. She helps me to become a better person by removing layers of doubts and insecurities that have built up over the years. She’s caring and yet pushes me out of my comfort zone which I need. I highly recommend her !
Written on Oct 08, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
I look forward to our sessions as each session helps me understand my sense of being.
Written on Sep 13, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Shes very nice and listens well and will cheer you up when you feel hopeless:)
Written on Jul 27, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
We are two weeks in, and I’m a big Denisha fan. She is direct, honest, and well equipped. I’m hopeful she can equip me with what I’m facing.
Written on Jul 23, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Denisha has been a HUGE blessing in my life. I have had many, many counselors in the past, but I feel like even in the short time I've been with her, I feel more connected to her than any of the others. Because of that, coupled with her expertise in counseling (and I would say GIFT), I've found our work to be so much more effective than therapists I've had in the past. I usually feel like with counseling, there's always a smokescreen between me and the therapist. But not with Denisha. She is so real with you, and it feels like she is your friend, yet you're getting her expert counseling that will change your life. ;) She wastes no time and she knows where to go. She knows what to work on and assigns the most effective homework every week. I'm so happy that I get to work with her. Thank you Denisha! <3
Written on Jul 22, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Denisha has been a great resource and person to talk to. We would highly recommend her!
Written on Jun 26, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Denisha has been helping now since a few weeks and I am extremely satisfied of the time spent with her.
She has very good advise and really help me going through a difficult moment in my life. Thank you Denisha...
Written on Jun 20, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Denisha is an amazing counsellor. She has a positive energy and I leave every session feeling more relieved and ready to face my issues.
Written on Jun 19, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Denisha makes me feel very comfortable talking to her. I had never done any sort of counselling before this and she has made the experience enjoyable and even fun. I both laugh and cry in our session and always finish them feeling better. I feel very lucky to have been matched with Denisha and I look forward to our video sessions every week. She also checks in throughout the week to see how I’m doing and is very caring. She is the best!
Written on May 18, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
the greatest therapy counselor that i ever try. she can understand me well and find solutions suitable for my case.
i recommend for who has study issue or confidence issue. and she can understand what you need and how you succeed.
i got high marks in college and feel full confidence to do whatever i want in my study without fear.
Written on May 18, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Denisha has been such a wonderful counselor. She takes the time to listen to me, offers great advice and has already helped me with coping skills to work on!
Written on May 18, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties
So far we have only had one session. We have another set for tomorrow. I feel comfortable. She is engaging, and intrested in my help.
Written on May 17, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
She’s amazing!
Written on May 17, 2021 after therapy with Denisha for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
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