Denise McNicholas, LCPC
- Relationship support
- Career coaching
- Self-esteem work
About Denise McNicholas
Denise also works with concerns related to chronic pain, illness, and disability, traumatic brain injury, forgiveness, life purpose, and women's issues. She views each person as the expert of their own story and emphasizes the abilities and resources clients already have to move through obstacles. Her style centers on collaboration, helping clients identify values, clarify goals, and build skills that translate into everyday life.
Denise recognizes that beginning therapy often requires courage and she honors the step of seeking support. Her background in coaching and therapeutic work aims to blend insight with actionable strategies so clients can pursue clearer direction, greater confidence, and more satisfying relationships.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Denise McNicholas have?
Denise McNicholas has five years of clinical experience.
Is Denise McNicholas a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCPC credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. License details: IL LCPC 180.002856.
In which languages does Denise McNicholas provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Denise McNicholas located?
She is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Denise McNicholas as my therapist?
You can work with Denise McNicholas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Denise McNicholas work with international clients?
Denise McNicholas does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Denise McNicholas cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Denise draws on several evidence-informed approaches to help clients explore goals and build practical skills. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and learning ways to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking committed action toward meaningful goals - it can be helpful for people struggling with avoidance, doubt, or life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying and testing unhelpful thinking patterns and developing concrete behavioral strategies to reduce distress and increase functioning; it is often used for mood, anxiety, and confidence-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can support people managing intense emotions or relationship difficulties.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Denise works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods best fit a person's needs, goals, and preferences, adapting tools as therapy progresses.
Online therapy provides flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, continue work during life changes, and maintain continuity of care from different locations, while allowing therapists to tailor communication styles to each client's comfort and needs.