Denise O Connor

Denise O Connor is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with seven years of clinical experience. She practices from Kentucky and uses a person-centered approach to help people make progress on problems like depression, anxiety, sleep trouble, and trauma. Denise keeps sessions focused and goal-oriented to measure change over time.

She earned a masters degree in Mental Health Counseling from Lindsay Wilson College and has worked at a community mental health center and with the Veterans Health Administration. That background gives her experience with a range of concerns including mood disorders, personality-related difficulties, addiction, and grief.

Denise tends to use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and solution-focused techniques for depression and anxiety. For sleep problems she draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, and she uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to help people manage intense emotions. She describes her overall stance as person-centered and eclectic when appropriate.

Her work emphasizes clear goals and a limited number of sessions when that fits a clients needs. She communicates promptly and aims to respond to messages within 12 hours. People who want a direct, goal-focused approach may find her style helpful.

If you want to start, follow the platforms Start Therapy flow to complete a short questionnaire and schedule according to availability. Denise offers sessions in English and practices under her Kentucky LPCC credential.

How her approaches shape online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings appear. It can help with anxiety, depression, and problems that feel stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for insomnia uses practical behavior and thought strategies to improve sleep schedules and nighttime habits. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness for people who have trouble managing strong feelings.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Denise will work with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust as progress is observed. The plan evolves based on what helps most in everyday life.

The platform listing does not specify session formats for this profile, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments around work, caregiving, or travel. It also allows brief check-ins when a shorter conversation is useful, and can reduce time spent commuting so people can use evenings or weekends more easily.