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Venise Darisme, LCMHC, LPC
Virginia
Venise Darisme, LCMHC LPC - CBT and trauma-focused care
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-Centered methods
- EMDR and mindfulness
About Venise
Venise Darisme, LCMHC, LPC, has 15 years of experience supporting people in Virginia who face stress, anxiety, grief, eating concerns, depression, addictions, trauma and related issues. She lists Cognitive Behavioral Therapy among her approaches and works with a broad range of concerns including sleep problems, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, bipolar symptoms, and ADHD.
Her background includes a Master of Arts in Pastoral Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marymount University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Biology from Mount St. Mary’s University. She also holds LCMHC and LPC credentials in the states noted. Venise draws on multiple methods when people need practical tools to manage thoughts, behaviors, and emotions.
In sessions she uses Client-Centered Therapy to focus on each person’s priorities and perspective. She also applies CBT techniques to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. For trauma-related concerns she lists EMDR as one of the approaches she uses alongside mindfulness and existential ideas when appropriate.
Her experience spans eating disorder work, applied behavior approaches, parent coaching, career counseling, grief support, and multicultural issues. She has worked with people coping with chronic illness, cancer, aging concerns, intellectual disability, and immigration stress among other situations.
People can expect straightforward, skills-focused conversations that emphasize what to try between sessions. To get started, follow the site’s guidance to complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a first appointment.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Venise lists Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as one of her main approaches. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing alternative responses, which often works well in short, action-focused sessions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the person's goals and perspective, giving space for the client to guide what matters most. She also uses EMDR for trauma-related issues, a method that aims to reduce distress linked to traumatic memories. Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with the client to decide which method or combination fits best based on goals, symptoms, and preferences. That choice can change over time as needs shift. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people choose between camera or audio-only interactions depending on comfort and bandwidth. These practical benefits help therapy fit everyday routines while focusing on skills, symptom management, and problem-solving.Areas of expertise
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Virginia, Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, eating concerns, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, and related issues such as sleep, parenting strain, anger, and self-esteem.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT techniques to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses in daily life.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 15 years of experience in the human services and counseling fields.
What credentials and location are listed?
Credentials shown are LCMHC and LPC, and she practices in Virginia.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work with her?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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