Denise Hyland
LMHC
Practical help for strong emotions
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- Warm and down-to-earth
- Focus on skill building
- Trauma-aware care
About Denise
Denise uses a warm, down-to-earth style in sessions. She helps clients notice what is happening inside them and accept those experiences without judgment. From there she works with people to change thoughts, behaviors, and beliefs that get in the way of functioning and wellbeing.
Her work draws on cognitive-behavioral ideas to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and try different behaviors. She also uses dialectical behavior approaches to teach emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills. Trauma-focused methods guide the work when past harm or abuse affects current life.
Denise has five years of clinical experience and holds the LMHC credential, which indicates licensure as a mental health counselor in New York. She addresses concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, addictions, relationship strain, parenting challenges, and career stress.
In sessions she aims for clear, common-sense guidance rather than jargon. People can expect a collaborative atmosphere where goals are practical and progress is measurable. To begin, clients follow the platform intake and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
How Denise Uses Evidence-Based Approaches Online
Denise often draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, which focuses on spotting and changing unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors to see what works. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, anger, and stress-related problems.She also uses dialectical behavior therapy techniques to teach practical skills for managing strong emotions, improving distress tolerance, and handling conflict more effectively. DBT-style skills can help when feelings feel overwhelming or when people want steadier reactions.
Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Denise works with each person to identify goals and preferences, then adapts methods that match those aims. She checks in and adjusts the plan as clients make progress or face new challenges.
Confirm the specific session options before booking, as formats are set on a case-by-case basis. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find it simpler to schedule consistent sessions and practice skills between meetings when counseling fits into everyday routines.
At a glance
- Listed location
- New York
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Credentials
- LMHC
- Languages
- English
- License (New York)
- LMHC · No. 009749
- NPI
- 1588207526
As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Denise address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, addiction issues, relationship strain, parenting challenges, career stress, and related concerns.
What is the general approach in sessions?
Sessions are practical and collaborative. Denise emphasizes awareness, acceptance, and changing thoughts and actions to improve daily functioning.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
Denise has five years of experience working with people on emotional and life challenges.
What credential does Denise hold and where is she based?
She holds the LMHC credential and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.
Before you start
- Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
- Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
- If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.