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Denise Thornton, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Denise is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Denise. View 31 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas and Colorado

Recent reviews

After having just one session with Denise I really like her. She is giving me weekly tools to improve myself and she gives me feedback.

Reviewed September 2023

To put it bluntly, Denise is absolutely AMAZING!!

Reviewed July 2022

More about Denise

  • 6 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

Connection with others and healthy, strong relationships are what I am passionate about. There are many times in life when journeys are hard, situations exhausting, and trying or overwhelming, and my desire is to come alongside and help process and encourage my clients. Counseling for clients can be hard work but can be so rewarding and healing in the process and on the other side of the valley they might be up against. People dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma of various kinds, relationship struggles and life change are many of who make up my clients. I work with a wide range of ages and journeys.

I received a masters in science from Texas A&M University-Commerce in 2013. I am a licensed professional counselor as well as certified by the national board as a nationally certified counselor. I use a solution focused approach as well as CBT and trauma-focused therapy. This means I am looking for ways to help my client process, find tools to help them in the midst of their struggle and then get them to implement the tools so they can move forward to a healthier way of living. We can often get stuck in the way we have always done something and sometimes having a person on the outside can give us a new perspective and lens with which to see things and make changes necessary to move to health and peace.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Depression Family conflicts Grief Self esteem Coping with life changes Adoption and foster care Codependency Fertility issues Life purpose Panic disorder and panic attacks Social anxiety and phobia Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Denise Thornton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801455985.

  • LPC · Texas · 72711 · Expires January 2026
  • LPC · Colorado · 0020057 · Expires August 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Denise Thornton

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

31 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Comfortable Helped Recommend Understanding Helpful Support Thankful The best Amazing

After having just one session with Denise I really like her. She is giving me weekly tools to improve myself and she gives me feedback.

Reviewed September 2023

To put it bluntly, Denise is absolutely AMAZING!!

Reviewed July 2022

She is the absolute best!

Reviewed May 2020

I don't want Denise to get too busy because I am benefiting a lot from her support. But I don't want to be selfish. So just know, she's good at both empathy and suggestions. :)

Reviewed April 2020

Fantastic. Amazing. Compassionate. Understanding. I feel heard, understood, and strong enough to fight the battles in my life with her help

Reviewed September 2019

Denise has been very helpful during my time of illness, recovery, and work issues.

Reviewed August 2019

Denise is so fun to work with. Walking through heavy burdens with her is actually bearable. She also navigates the conversations well to bring out the truth of matters and some underlying issues. I feel comfortable speaking about things with her, and her homework is usually an activity that does so much good.

Reviewed July 2019

She’s great!

Reviewed June 2019

Denise has been great. She knows what questions to ask to get me thinking. She has helped me see things in a healthier perspective and not just out of emotions. I highly recommend Denise.

Reviewed June 2019

I was hesitant to try counseling again after a previous negative experience, and am very thankful to have been paired with Denise. She immediately made me feel at ease, welcome, heard and respected. As we have worked through my experiences, she has only made me feel more comfortable with my own story by normalizing my reactions while also giving me tools to ease those reactions in the future. I have already recommended her to a friend.

Reviewed April 2019

Denise is a trustworthy professional who is accessible a variety of ways and recommends a variety of ways to cope, retreat and handle stress and anxiety.

Reviewed July 2018

Denise is a great counselor. I tried out 2 before finding her. She listened and truly cared. She helped me think through my situations and helped me realize how to move forward with my struggles. I'm so thankful for her and all her support.

Reviewed June 2018

Denise is the best. I have had multiple other therapists here on BetterHelp, and they all didn’t care. Denise cares about our relationship. She caters to me, she never rushes me. She is always on time, and she gives excellent advice. She doesn’t just let me vent, she proactively gives me assignments to ensure that I am making the most progress in our therapy. She truly is the greatest. I always feel a million times better after we talk.

Reviewed November 2023

Denise understands what I am working through with respect and compassion. She doesn't ignore present stresses to focus on past trauma or visa versa

Reviewed June 2022

Denise is compassionate, encouraging, and is a calming presence in my life. I wouldn’t be where I am today without her!

Reviewed February 2022

Denise is the best of the best. She is empathetic, understanding, and compassionate. I’m so thankful for her as my counselor!

Reviewed July 2021

Denise is great! She is always present during session and gives great feedback & advice. I feel very comfortable speaking with her and always feel better after I do.

Reviewed April 2021

love the service even though I do not use it as much s I should. Just nice to have when I need it.

Reviewed December 2020

Denise has been one of the biggest positive changes in my life. It's hard to find someone as attentive, kind, smart, and caring all at the same time. She's a great listener, and always has great advice on any situation. She has a way of really making you feel heard and special, which is the only reason I was able to open up. You're lucky if you get assigned her.

Reviewed November 2020

BetterHelp is by far the most efficient method for me with a busy schedule. Denise is a pro and has been a huge help in coming up with simple solutions to put me on the right path. As long as I follow the advice properly, the results are tremendous!

Reviewed February 2020

Denise Thornton has been a great counselor. She really listens to your thoughts and gives your many ways to cope with what you are dealing with. She answers quickly to messages. She has been very helpful.

Reviewed August 2019

Denise is great. I have not been as consistent as I need to be but Denise is always there and constantly checking in and seeing how things are going. Very insightful with her advice and perspective and always has different tools and tips to try out. I appreciate all the work we do together.

Reviewed July 2019

Denise is great! I completely trust her with my issues and she has been nothing but helpful. I recommend her to anyone that has anything going on in their life to go to her.

Reviewed July 2019

Ms. Thornton was very nice and encouraging! She gave me good advice from the first time I visited her. Ms. Thornton is uplifting!

Reviewed July 2019

Denise has been such a positive addition to my life. Having seen three other counselors who did not connect with me, she has been a wonderful breath of fresh air, a knowledgeable and understanding companion on my journey towards better mental health!

Reviewed February 2019

Denise helped me get through issues I didn’t have the tools to get through. My life has improved drastically by just following her methods to balance myself and in turn balance my life. I’m so grateful to finally have found a counselor that understood me and my needs!

Reviewed November 2018

Denise is very easy to talk to. She allows me to work on counseling thought long emails. I have found this is the easiest way for me to process. She always is quick to respond and I appreciate that she really takes time to process what I wrote. She is thoughtful in her responses.

Reviewed November 2018

Denise has been a godsend! I was hitting a pretty low point and just didn’t know how to process the situation or how to start getting back on track. She listens and really grasps the core issue quickly. She has been there for consistent support between sessions as needed. I felt comfortable talking to her almost immediately and have really enjoyed being able to talk through some pretty tough personal problems with her. I would 100% recommend her!

Reviewed September 2018

I’ve only been working with Denise for a short while, but I am already feeling better about myself and my relationships after sessions with her. She is great. She cares and is really understanding. Would recommend her!

Reviewed August 2018

I really appreciate Mrs. Thornton; she is respectful, attentive and very engaged in my conversations. She also offers plenty of exercises that help me with my treatment.

Reviewed July 2018

Denise is such a warm and empathetic person. She truly listened and was able to help me verbalize things that were difficult for me to explain or put into words. She is an excellent therapist!

Reviewed July 2018

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Frequently asked questions

Does Denise Thornton offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Denise Thornton works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Denise Thornton speak?

Denise Thornton speaks English.

How many years of experience does Denise Thornton have?

Denise Thornton has 6 years of experience.

Where is Denise Thornton licensed to practice?

Denise Thornton is licensed to practice in Texas and Colorado.

Does Denise Thornton accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Denise Thornton does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Denise Thornton offer?

Denise Thornton offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Denise Thornton?

Denise Thornton can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Denise Thornton?

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