- Client-centered approach
- Practical goal focus
- Experience with addiction
About Denise
Denise Black Winston is an LPC who centers her work on building practical, person-focused support. She uses clear, conversational guidance to help people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and life changes. Clients may also bring concerns around grief, addiction, family conflict, and codependency.
Denise draws on nine years as a licensed professional counselor and many earlier years in child welfare to shape her approach. She listens first, then helps clients set goals that feel realistic and meaningful. Sessions often focus on small steps clients can try between meetings to test new ways of thinking and behaving.
Her style blends client-centered listening with tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused work. That means Denise spends time understanding how thoughts, actions, and situations interact, and she helps people experiment with practical changes. She keeps the pace aligned with each person’s needs.
Denise has experience supporting people facing adoption and foster care issues, caregiver stress, HIV/AIDS related concerns, and young adult transitions. She also addresses social anxiety, isolation, and problems linked to drug and alcohol use. Her background in social work informs a straightforward, strengths-based way of working.
People who choose her can expect a calm, nonjudgmental atmosphere and a focus on doable progress. She encourages self-compassion and practical problem solving. To begin, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details before booking.
How her approaches guide online work
Client-Centered Therapy here means the therapist listens deeply and follows the person’s lead. Sessions focus on what matters most to the client and on building a trusting conversation that supports change.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people notice unhelpful thought patterns and try different behaviors. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress by breaking problems into manageable steps.
Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, practical goals and on what is already working. It helps people identify quick, testable changes to move forward when they feel stuck.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each client to choose or combine methods based on their needs, goals, and preferences. That selection may change over time as progress is reviewed.
Confirm current session options before booking so you understand how meetings are arranged. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and offer a way to check in from different locations. Different formats may suit different practical needs, such as a shorter phone check-in when time is tight or a video session when visual cues are helpful.
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Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with?
She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and self-esteem struggles, as well as addiction and family problems including codependency.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style blends client-centered listening with practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused work to set achievable goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years as a licensed professional counselor plus many earlier years working in child welfare across several states.
Where is she based and what are her credentials?
She is licensed as an LPC in Georgia and works with clients in that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a session with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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