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Denise Mason, LICSW, LCSW

Licensed social worker focused on practical healing
  • Client-centered approach
  • Trauma and mood disorders
  • Works with international clients

About Denise Mason

Denise Mason is a licensed clinical social worker holding the credentials LICSW and LCSW, and she brings about 20 years of clinical experience to her work in North Carolina. She earned a Master of Social Work from Norfolk State University and a Bachelor of Arts from Hampton University, and she combines that academic foundation with long-standing practical experience supporting people through major life challenges.

Her practice focuses on mood and adjustment concerns including depression and anxiety, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief and parenting struggles, self-esteem and career questions, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Denise works with adults, children, and families, tailoring treatment to each person’s needs and strengths.

Clients can expect a therapist who is honest and direct while remaining warm and encouraging. She values a genuine connection and sometimes brings appropriate humor into sessions to relieve tension and build rapport. Denise emphasizes collaborative goal-setting for mental health, personal growth, and professional life, and she draws on a client-centered approach alongside evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and stages-of-change strategies to help clients move toward the life they want.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Denise Mason have?

Denise Mason has 20 years of experience.

Is Denise Mason a licensed therapist?

Yes, Denise Mason holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW. License details include VT LICSW 089.0134874 and NC LCSW C007478.

In which languages does Denise Mason provide therapy?

Denise Mason provides therapy in English.

Where is Denise Mason located?

Denise Mason is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Denise Mason as my therapist?

You can work with Denise Mason through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Denise Mason work with international clients?

Yes, Denise Mason works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Denise Mason 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 with therapy 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 with Denise Mason

Denise Mason draws on client-centered therapy to place each person’s values and goals at the center of work, creating a supportive space where clients guide the pace and focus of treatment. This approach helps people who need empathetic listening and partnership while they clarify priorities and make meaningful changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is another key method she uses to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and day-to-day stressors. CBT is focused on concrete strategies that lead to measurable changes in mood and behavior.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers tools for regulating intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and building distress tolerance - skills that are useful for those facing relationship challenges, addiction patterns, or mood instability.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Denise works with clients to explore which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time so treatment remains responsive and effective.

Online therapy formats - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - provide flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to fit consistent care into busy lives. These options help clients maintain continuity of care from different locations and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for them.

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