Renee DeVuyst , LMHC

Renee DeVuyst, LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor), brings 18 years of clinical experience to her work with individuals navigating a wide range of mental health and substance use concerns. She has supported people through grief and loss, anxiety and stress, trauma, domestic violence, and sexual abuse, and has also facilitated treatment for sexual offenders and perpetrators of domestic violence. Her practice centers on meeting each person where they are and fostering both acceptance and change.

Trained with a master’s degree in Counselor Education from SUNY Brockport in May 2002, Renee earned NBCC certification in 2003 and obtained New York state licensure in 2006. Her approach is integrative - grounded primarily in a person-centered philosophy that emphasizes empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard, while drawing on motivational interviewing and strength-based perspectives to support growth.

Cognitive-behavioral strategies are integrated as needed to help clients gain understanding of patterns, develop insight, and plan for change. Renee values active engagement and genuineness in sessions; she offers validation of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors while also gently challenging inconsistencies to encourage self-awareness and progress.

Comfortable across communication platforms, Renee has experience working with clients via video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging. She approaches therapy as a collaborative journey and is committed to helping people find practical ways to move forward.

Person-Centered and Practical Online Therapy

Renee DeVuyst integrates client-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavioral methods to tailor online work to each person’s needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard - it helps people feel heard and supported while they explore personal challenges. Motivational interviewing is a collaborative style that helps clarify values and strengthen motivation for change, useful for issues like addiction, ambivalence, or major life shifts. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) provides practical tools to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to build new skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Renee works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods align with their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds. This cooperative stance helps clients feel involved and respected in planning their care.

Online therapy with Renee can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier for people to access licensed professionals and therapists from home or wherever they are, supporting continuity of care and practical access to support when it is most needed.