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Denise Smith Baril, LCSW

LCSW supporting individuals through life transitions
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Grief and loss care
  • Parenting and family guidance

About Denise Smith Baril

Denise Smith Baril is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida and Louisiana with four years of clinical experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and groups. She brings practical skills to work with people facing stress and anxiety, grief and loss, parenting challenges, and the transitions that come with major life changes. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker - a credential that reflects advanced training in mental health assessment and therapeutic care.

Denise approaches each person as the expert of their own story and looks for the strengths that can help them move through difficult moments. She values the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and aims to offer steady support while clients take the first steps toward change. Her work centers on empowerment, collaboration, and practical strategies to build resilience and improve daily functioning.

Clients can expect a respectful, strengths-based partnership focused on their goals. Denise practices with an emphasis on empathy and clear, goal-oriented planning to help people navigate grief, relationship and family concerns, caregiving stress, and the emotional fallout of life transitions.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Denise Smith Baril have?

Denise Smith Baril has 4 years of professional experience.

Is Denise Smith Baril a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCSW credential. Her license details are FL LCSW SW20152 and LA LCSW 17939.

In which languages does Denise Smith Baril provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Denise Smith Baril located?

She is located in Florida.

How can I work with Denise Smith Baril as my therapist?

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

Does Denise Smith Baril work with international clients?

Denise Smith Baril does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Denise Smith Baril cost?

Costs can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in relationships and how early bonds influence current emotional responses. It helps people understand connection and trust issues and supports work on improving attachment and intimacy. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client s perspective, offering a nonjudgmental space where the therapist reflects and supports the client's self-directed growth - it is often used for general life transitions, self-esteem work, and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is practical for managing anxiety, depression, and coping skills for everyday challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Denise collaborates with each person to explore which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences so that therapy feels relevant and workable. This collaborative process helps shape sessions and goals over time.

Online therapy offers flexibility by making it possible to meet by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, maintain continuity of care during life changes, and access licensed professionals and therapists from different locations while still working toward meaningful goals.

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