Starting therapy is a brave step and understanding your own story can be tough, but it’s worth it. My goal is to create a space where you can just be yourself, knowing that all parts of you will be met with compassion, expertise, patience and respect. Therapy isn’t a one-size-fits-all process, so I adjust my approach to fit your needs. By blending various therapeutic frameworks, I help you explore the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, moving towards greater self-understanding and change. My down-to-earth style emphasizes collaboration, safety, and a touch of humor as we work together to navigate challenges and build resilience.
I am a LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) in Massachusetts and an LCSW in Michigan with 30+ years of professional experience. I have experience in helping clients of varying ages with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, business coaching and confidence. I work with clients ages 13-90. I am a firm believer in active participation with my clients that fit's their communication and learning style.
I am also uniquely qualified, as a former executive and non profit leader, to coach, support and empower leaders in all industries by providing a personalized approach designed to enhance leadership skills, improve performance, and achieve professional goals.
Taking the first step to seeking a joyful and stress-free life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. Reach out and schedule time to meet with me. I'm looking forward to meeting you.
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
MI LMSW 6801118588
MA LICSW LICSW114151
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Denise Hamilton. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
This is my first positive experience with therapy. I’m so glad I made the decision to commit. I am excited to continue working with Denise going forward.
Written on Dec 03, 2024 after therapy with Denise for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes
Denise is kind, empathetic, and direct. She helps me understand the root of my challenges, and offers several angles on managing them.
Written on Dec 02, 2024 after therapy with Denise for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
Even though we had a short time of sessions, Denise helped me learn new ways of coping with my anxiety. She took the time to understand me and listen to my worries without judgment. One of the best therapists I’ve ever had.
Written on Nov 29, 2024 after therapy with Denise for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Denise Hamilton was helpful with a difficult issue I had dealing with the death of an ex husband. She is direct in a gentle way. I appreciated that she would check in between sessions. I recommend Denise for compassion and intelligence.
Written on Sep 30, 2024 after therapy with Denise for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Denise is kind, knowledable, and creative in her way of approaching therapy specific to her clients.
Written on Mar 22, 2024 after therapy with Denise for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coaching