Denise Crosson
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE I have over 37 years working in the field of mental health, ranging from inpatient to intensive outpatient community services to crisis intervention. She has a BSN. MSN, PhD and a post masters certificate holds board certifications as an FNP and PMHNP. PERSONAL INFORMATION I most enjoy being able to assist patients I work with to achieve optimal mental health, wellness and stability. I have a lifelong interest in better understanding people in order to better help them meet their own goals for themselves. When it comes to working with patients I am passionate about working to improve access to care and with work with underserved populations. Personally, I enjoy farming, gardening, spending time with family, and my much loved horses, dogs and parrots.
When it comes to working with patients I am passionate about working to improve access to care and with work with underserved populations.
First session
In addition to the required information for establishing care clients can expect my focus to be on asking and listening to improve my understanding of their goals for themselves.
Strengths
My goal and biggest strength as a medication management provider is balancing the simplest lowest dose regimen to obtain good symptom control. My goal and biggest strength as a therapist is my lifelong intellectual curiosity and open-mindedness. I listen for understanding and select methods and approaches that meet my patients where they are to promote their own growth to where and who they want to be.
Ideal clients
Clients who are frustrated with their current life and are motivated for change Clients who are experiencing life events that are new and unfamiliar who need help navigating the experience Clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed and anxious.
Treatment methods
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
ACT is used primarily in my practice for unchangeable circumstances or events
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is used primarily in my practice for client sought behavioral change
Eclectic
I utilize a variety of methods including, most frequently, a combination of or specifics approaches from existential, experiential, and internal family systems
Motivational Interviewing
For client sought behavior change as well as substance abuse or process addiction
Location
Virtual sessions