Denise Jensen , LCSW

Denise Jensen is a licensed clinical social worker with 16 years of experience helping people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and parenting or relationship concerns. She practices from Indiana and works in a straightforward, strengths-focused way to help people navigate hard moments and make practical changes.

Denise listens first and asks questions to understand daily life and priorities. She uses clear tools and steps rather than long lectures. Sessions tend to focus on small, manageable goals that build confidence over time.

Her approach draws on several familiar methods, including client-centered work that follows the person's lead, cognitive behavioral techniques that look at thoughts and behaviors, and solution-focused ideas that target what can change now. She also uses motivational interviewing to help people sort through mixed feelings and move toward goals.

Denise helps people address common challenges like sleep disruption, anger, career stress, caregiver strain, and the emotional impacts of adoption or blended family dynamics. She also works with issues such as codependency, guilt and shame, impulsivity, and the search for life purpose.

People who come to her can expect practical strategies, honest conversation, and a focus on strengths. She aims to help clients leave sessions with at least one clear next step to try before the next meeting.

Therapeutic approaches and online access

Denise commonly uses client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy as part of her online work. Client-centered therapy means sessions follow the person's concerns and pace, with the therapist listening closely and reflecting what matters most. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on how thoughts and behaviors affect mood and habits, offering practical exercises to reduce anxiety or improve sleep.

She also draws on motivational interviewing to help people clarify goals and resolve mixed feelings about change. Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process - the therapist will work with each person to match techniques to their needs, goals, and preferences rather than imposing a single method.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video works well for in-depth conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or a quick check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging support brief updates, ongoing coaching, or when writing helps organize thoughts. These options help people fit therapy into busy schedules and maintain contact between appointments.