Denise O Connor , LPCC

Denise O Connor is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with more than seven years of clinical experience. She earned a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Lindsey Wilson College in Kentucky and has provided care in settings that include a community mental health center and the Veterans Health Administration.

Her work is grounded in a person-centered philosophy that prioritizes the client’s goals while drawing on evidence-based techniques. Denise treats a range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and insomnia. She describes her approach as eclectic, favoring Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and solution-focused strategies for mood and anxiety concerns, and applying Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques tailored for insomnia when addressing sleep problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy is used when emotion regulation skills are a primary focus.

Denise emphasizes focused treatment with measurable goals and a limited number of sessions when appropriate, helping clients track progress over time. She offers evening appointments and is available all day Saturday and Sunday. Messages are typically answered within 12 hours. Denise looks forward to supporting individuals who are ready to work toward clearer goals and improved daily functioning.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Effective Online Care

Denise frequently uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify their values and commit to actions that align with what matters most. ACT supports coping with persistent anxiety and depression by building psychological flexibility rather than trying to eliminate difficult thoughts and feelings.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. In Denise’s practice, CBT techniques are often adapted specifically to address sleep difficulties, targeting bedtime routines, thoughts about sleep, and behaviors that interfere with rest.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills can be especially helpful for people who experience intense mood swings or difficulty managing strong emotions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Denise works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals and therapists can deliver these approaches effectively via remote sessions.

Online therapy with Denise is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules. Evening and weekend options plus a typical response time within 12 hours make it easier to fit care into daily life while maintaining consistent support.