Denise Ferree

Welcome

It is so wonderful to meet you! Taking this first step toward healing is a brave and meaningful choice, and I am honored to walk alongside you. Here is a little more about how we will work together to prioritize your well-being.

A Space Just for You

I am licensed in OH (LISW) and KY (LCSW) and can meet with you virtually anywhere in OH or KY. I understand that life is beautiful and messy. My goal is to provide a safe, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where you feel truly seen and heard. You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone anymore.

Evidence-Based Approaches to Treatment

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps you understand how your thoughts, feelings, and actions connect—so you can create healthier patterns and feel more grounded.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT & DBT for Trauma): Teaches calming skills, emotional balance, and healthier relationships, offering gentle structure for trauma healing.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): A trauma-focused therapy that helps the brain safely process painful experiences, reduce distress, and support deep healing.

​Gottman Models: A research-based, heart-centered method that helps couples communicate clearly, reconnect, and strengthen their relationship.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) / Person-Centered & Strength-Based: A compassionate, collaborative approach that honors your strengths and supports meaningful change.

I closely follow the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-Ethics.

Our first session is designed to be a gentle and supportive beginning to our work together. We will start by focusing on your story, giving you the space to share your unique experiences and goals at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I will also gather some clinical background to make sure my approach is truly the best match for your specific needs.

Most importantly, we will spend time exploring together—so if you aren’t quite sure what you need yet, please don’t worry. We will navigate those unknowns as a team, figuring out the best path forward one step at a time.