Denise Jensen
LCSW
Compassionate, practical trauma-informed care
- Strengths-based approach
- Goal-focused sessions
- 16 years experience
About Denise
She describes her work as strengths-based. That means she looks for skills people already have and builds on them. Sessions tend to focus on clear goals and small steps that fit into everyday life. She combines practical strategies with attention to how past hurts affect present choices.
Her approach pulls from several methods, including Trauma-Focused Therapy, client-centered work that follows the person’s lead, and cognitive behavioral techniques that identify unhelpful thoughts and habits. Motivational interviewing and narrative ideas also shape how she helps people find new perspectives and maintain momentum.
Denise aims to make therapy a collaborative process. She listens for what matters most to each person and adjusts the pace and tools to match their needs. People who want focused, goal-oriented help with space to talk about painful experiences may find this approach useful.
She holds an LCSW in Indiana and conducts her practice in English. To begin, clients follow the site’s intake steps to match and schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Denise integrates Trauma-Focused Therapy to address how past traumatic events affect daily life, focusing on processing difficult memories and reducing their everyday impact. She also uses client-centered therapy, which centers on listening closely and following the person’s priorities so sessions reflect what matters most to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify and change thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, and it is often used for anxiety, depression, and sleep troubles.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Denise will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then test methods that fit those aims. The plan can change over time as needs shift and progress is made.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy routine, shorten travel time, and allow quick check-ins between in-person visits. It also lets people use techniques learned in sessions in their real-life settings, which can help practice new skills where they matter.
These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing trauma-focused therapy does not mean a therapist holds a specific certification such as TF-CBT, EMDR or CPT.
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Experience
16+ years
Credentials
Indiana
Languages
English
Licenses listed
- LCSW, Indiana34008473A
- NPI1669757225
As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Denise works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and family challenges, parenting strain, sleep issues, and ADHD among other concerns.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is strengths-based and goal-focused. She balances practical skills with time to talk about past hurts and present choices.
What is her clinical background?
She has 16 years of experience working with a wide range of concerns including trauma, mood issues, and life transitions.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an LCSW in Indiana and practices in English.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm the current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.
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