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Denis Kitchen, LMHC

Resilience-focused licensed therapist
  • Direct compassionate approach
  • Builds practical coping skills
  • Supports difficult transitions

About Denis Kitchen

Denis Kitchen, LMHC, focuses his work on helping people develop greater resilience in the face of difficult circumstances. He frames therapy as an honest, demanding process that often asks clients to let go of familiar but unhelpful hopes and comforts and to confront painful truths in order to move forward. LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a credential indicating formal training to provide professional mental health care.

His practice leaves no topic off limits and does not shy away from starting from a place of deep discouragement - sessions can begin even when someone believes their happiness is out of reach. In that space Denis helps individuals explore obstacles, test assumptions, and take concrete steps toward a more integrated sense of self. He sets clear expectations that growth can be uncomfortable and that outcomes cannot be guaranteed, while supporting the steady work of rebuilding strength and purpose.

For people prepared to undertake that effort, Denis offers direct, candid collaboration aimed at moving toward greater wholeness and practical coping with life’s challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder

Additional Focus Areas

Avoidant personalityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Denis Kitchen have?

Denis Kitchen has 3 years of professional experience.

Is Denis Kitchen a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: NY LMHC 011150.

In which languages does Denis Kitchen provide therapy?

Denis Kitchen provides therapy in English.

Where is Denis Kitchen located?

Denis Kitchen is located in New York.

How can I work with Denis Kitchen as my therapist?

Denis Kitchen offers therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Does Denis Kitchen work with international clients?

Yes, Denis Kitchen works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Denis Kitchen cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with their therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Denis integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside a client-centered stance to guide online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages individuals to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed action - it can help with anxiety, avoidance, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and related difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and respect for the client's own pace and perspective, helping people find internal resources and self-directed solutions.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Denis works with each person to understand goals, preferences, and practical needs, and adapts techniques over time so the treatment style fits the individual rather than the other way around.

Online sessions through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier for people to access consistent support across different schedules and locations. These options offer flexibility for those balancing work, family, or travel, and help maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are impractical. Licensed professionals can effectively use these formats to deliver structured, compassionate therapy suited to many kinds of concerns.

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