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Denise Cowley

Denise Cowley, LCSW

Florida

Licensed clinical social worker - stress and mood concerns

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Credentials check

Credentials
LCSW
Licensed in Florida
LCSW, licence SW6176
NPI
1922215433
Experience
25 years
Languages
English
Location
Florida

These details come from information Denise supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.

AAbout

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing

About Denise

Denise Cowley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with 25 years of professional experience. She focuses on common life stresses and mental health concerns such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Denise speaks English and works from a practical, problem-solving stance.

She treats the person, not just symptoms. Sessions concentrate on what is happening now and on steps that can make daily life easier. Denise uses straightforward talk to help people identify strengths and to clarify small, realistic changes that add up over time.

Her approach draws on client-centered methods and cognitive behavioral techniques. That means listening first, then introducing ways to test unhelpful thoughts and build simple routines that support mood and coping. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused tools are used when clients want targeted behavior change or quick strategies for a specific problem.

Denise works with people facing difficult transitions such as separation, caregiving strain, major health issues, adoption and attachment concerns, and substance-related problems. She also supports those navigating family of origin issues, abandonment, and forgiveness questions. Practical problem solving is a frequent focus.

Sessions tend to be action-oriented and paced to the client. Expect direct feedback, collaborative planning, and focus on skills you can practice between meetings. To begin, prospective clients follow the directory's intake flow to match and schedule an initial appointment.

BHow sessions work

How her approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and following the client's lead. Online sessions focus on understanding what matters most to the person and shaping conversations around their priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical ways to notice and test unhelpful thoughts and to try small behavior changes that improve mood and daily function.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each client to decide whether CBT techniques, motivational interviewing, or solution-focused strategies fit best. That choice can change over time as goals and needs shift, and sessions will be adjusted in partnership with the client.

The practical benefit of online work is making sessions fit into busy lives. Before booking, confirm which session formats are currently offered. Many people find online sessions help them schedule appointments more easily, shorten travel time, and fit therapy into a break at work or between commitments. Therapists can use shorter check-ins or focused problem-solving visits when that suits the client's needs.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesForgivenessImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include abandonment, adoption and foster care matters, caregiver stress, and substance-related concerns.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is practical and client-centered. She listens first, then offers cognitive and solution-focused tools to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.

How much experience does she have?

She has 25 years of professional experience working in social work and clinical settings. That background informs a pragmatic approach to everyday problems.

Is she licensed and where does she practice?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with licensure in Florida (FL LCSW). Her practice is based in Florida.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people from other countries work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies by location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What is the first step to begin working together?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers

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