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Denise O Connor, LPCC
Kentucky
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - Mood and sleep concerns
See online therapy options- CBT for insomnia
- ACT and DBT skills
- Goal focused sessions
About Denise
Denise O Connor is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Kentucky with seven years of experience. She lists stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping problems, mood concerns, addictions, grief, and ADHD among the issues she helps people with.
She trained at Lindsay Wilson College where she earned a master’s degree in mental health counseling. Her work history includes a community mental health center and the Veterans Health Administration. That background shaped a practical, focused way of working with common mental health problems.
Denise favors approaches that set clear goals and measure progress. She says she uses a person-centered stance alongside evidence-based methods. For sleep problems she uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia. For emotion regulation she may use Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills.
She also works with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy depending on the concern. Denise aims for brief, goal-oriented work with a limited number of sessions when that fits the person’s needs. She describes herself as willing to combine methods rather than sticking to a single model.
Her practice language is English and she practices in Kentucky. The profile notes evening availability and weekend times in her original biography, and that she responds to messages within 12 hours. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
Background and approach information above reflects the therapist's stated methods, training, and experience without implying specific guarantees or certifications beyond LPCC.
How CBT and related approaches work in online sessions
Denise uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as part of her approach. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors that keep problems like insomnia and anxiety going. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy emphasizes noticing thoughts and values-driven action to handle difficult feelings.She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy to keep collaboration central. Finding the right approach is part of the work; the therapist will help decide what fits best based on the client's goals, preferences, and the issues they bring. That process is collaborative and may include trying a method for a few sessions to see how it feels.
The original biography indicates live sessions are part of her practice, but does not list all possible session formats. Confirm the available session types before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around work, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. A clear agenda, homework between sessions, and skills practice are common benefits that help keep therapy focused and practical.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with most often?
She lists stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping problems, bipolar and depressive symptoms, addictions, grief, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, and related concerns.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy specifically for insomnia and draws on CBT principles when addressing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors related to sleep and mood.
What is her professional background?
She holds a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Lindsay Wilson College and has seven years of clinical experience including work at a community mental health center and the Veterans Health Administration.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LPCC licensed in Kentucky and practices in Kentucky.
In what language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography describes live sessions; confirm current session formats and scheduling options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with scheduling a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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