T. Denise Aku Amoako-Echols

LCSW (she/her)14 years of experienceNext available
4.9 (17)
Authentic
Warm
Open-minded

I am a clinician that listens intently to clients to help them better understand their experiences. Therapy is an exploration of the self, habits, behaviors, thoughts but it can also be an enjoyable experience where you gain more insight and awareness plus validation of how insane life can be.

Find your way to your version of happiness My strengths as a a provider is that I'm very understanding, non-judgemental, calming and clients even laugh at times during sessions which helps.

I love to help clients find their way to whatever their version of happy life looks like!

First session

During the first session I just mostly listen, get to know you generally, and you talk about whatever has been coming up in your life or things you've needed to get off your chest for a long time.

Strengths

My strengths as a provider is that I'm very understanding, non-judgemental, calming, humorous (when appropriate), knowledgeable about a lot of clinical things and life experiences. I connect well with my clients and make them feel seen and that at least one person on this planet gets them.

Ideal clients

I work with mostly individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, ADHD, low energy, high stress, family and relationship conflict, issues at work, issues involving sex, needing to gain more self awareness, women's issues, wanting to explore their childhoods and make sense of their experience as children, transitioning to a new location and those around them who refuse to get help themselves.

Treatment methods

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

I utilize CPT and other methods to help clients meet their goals and learn new skills

Gender-affirming therapy

One of my passions is to provide therapy where I individuals can work towards loving being in their skin

Location

Virtual sessions

Reviews and ratings

4.9 rating (17)3 reviews
September 2, 2026

Dr. Echols is the best! She’s transparent and very helpful with practical advice! I feel so comfortable with her and confident I’ll leave each session feeling more clear and empowered.

Verified client, age 25-34Review shared after session 6 with T.
August 23, 2026

Denise is very open and helps me interpret my thoughts in a way that when I leave the session I don't feel confused or sad. I am able to process my emotions in a positive light and continue to grow even beyond the session.

Verified client, age 25-34Review shared after session 5 with T.
July 27, 2026

Very friendly and natural. Good spirits.

Verified client, age 25-34Review shared after session 1 with T.

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