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Rated 4.9 stars out of 5, 91 ratings

Denise DeBrady

LCSW, 15 years of experience

Authentic
Empowering
Warm
Virtual
Next available on

About me

Hi. I am Denise DeBrady, LCSW. I graduated from the University of Connecticut with a Master's degree in Social Work. I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I work with clients of all ages, and using a warm, safe environment, assist my clients to identify their strengths, goals, and abilities to cope with and overcome their symptoms and discomforts.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session, we will introduce ourselves and discuss what has brought you here. We will also talk about the goals you would like to focus on and how we will achieve them.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strength is engaging with my client and being able to provide the safety and insight you need to identify subversive patterns of thought and behavior and move toward a more functional, confident approach to life.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I look forward to navigating life transitions as well as the overall quest for clarity and self-awareness. I specialize in helping clients cope with and overcome symptoms that are interrupting their daily lives. I utilize a strengths-based and person-centered approach to treatment recognizing that each individual has resources within themselves which, when fostered, will help them meet their treatment goals. I believe in the importance of a therapeutic relationship and work closely with my clients to help them feel empowered to make changes in their lives.

Specialties

Top specialties

Addiction
Anxiety

Other specialties

Couples Counseling
Depression

I identify as

Black / African American
Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I’ve been using CBT in my practice for the past fifteen years. It’s helped dozens of clients challenge negative thoughts and better manage their anxiety. We’ll use CBT to recognize how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence each other. We’ll then use that knowledge to change your thinking patterns, which will help you lead a less anxious and stressed life.

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Connecticut

Accepts

Aetna
Aetna - WebTPA
All Savers
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Cash - $150 per session
Cigna
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Rated 4.9 stars out of 5, 91 ratings

8 ratings with written reviews

May 4, 2025

Ms. Denise is a wonderful therapist . Thank you

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 14 with Denise

April 5, 2025

First session with Denise was awesome! I felt heard and seen and also held accountable. Will definitely come back! Thank you :)

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Denise

March 29, 2025

Very relatable and understanding. I felt no judgement and supported.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Denise