Therapist
Denise Honeyford
LCSW
Supportive LCSW offering practical, strengths-based care
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- 20 years experience
- CBT and DBT
- Focus on depression
About Denise
She helps people tackle depression, anxiety, stress, and addictive behaviors. She also supports those coping with grief, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, mood concerns, and low self-esteem. Additional areas she addresses include aging and geriatric issues, hospice and end-of-life concerns, domestic violence, and intellectual disability related challenges.
Denise uses clear, structured methods in sessions. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and change habits. She also applies Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation and coping in difficult moments.
Sessions are collaborative and goal-focused. Denise listens for strengths and builds small, manageable steps clients can try between meetings. She aims to make progress feel realistic and measurable rather than overwhelming.
Her approach is practical and respectful. Denise invites clients to set the pace and priorities. If someone wants support with career stresses, isolation, forgiveness, or navigating life transitions, she helps map a plan and track improvements over time.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Tennessee
Languages
English
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How CBT and DBT Work in Online Care
Denise uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and change patterns that keep problems going. CBT breaks challenges into small, practical steps and homework so progress is visible and measurable.She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. DBT skills can help when emotions feel intense or relationships are strained.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Denise will collaborate with each person to choose techniques that match their needs, goals, and daily routine. She adjusts methods over time if something is not working.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can use structured tools from CBT and DBT in remote sessions to help track progress and practice skills between meetings.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Denise commonly address?
She helps people with depression, anxiety, stress, addictions, grief, trauma and related mood and self-esteem issues. Additional areas include aging, hospice and end-of-life concerns, domestic violence, and intellectual disability related challenges.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her work is practical and collaborative. She listens for strengths, sets doable goals, and uses structured techniques to change thoughts and behaviors.
What is her professional background?
Denise has over 20 years of professional experience in clinical social work and brings long-term practice to her sessions.
What credentials and region are listed?
She holds an LCSW and practices in Tennessee.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Denise?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability.
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