Meet Denise
Hello! My name is Denise Schmidt. I hold a Master’s Degree in Marriage and
Family Therapy from St. Mary’s University. In my previous career, I was working in
the field of addiction for 7 years. As a licensed drug and alcohol counselor I have
had the honor of being a part of my client’s change journey. I have enjoyed
watching their personal growth and have been able to be a support for them
through the tough times.
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and humor. I truly
believe that every person’s growth is different and my role in our work together is to
learn what my client needs from me and support them in a safe and non-
judgmental space. I value the importance of cultural humility and actively seek to
create an inclusive therapeutic environment.
I am excited to work with adult clients individually as well as in couple’s therapy. I
am particularly interested in working with others in helping fields and parenting
concerns including co-parenting, post-partum concerns, and loss of identity that
can come with being a parent. My experience with substance use disorder, has
given me a particular passion to be a support for those who have friends, family,
or partners of someone struggling with substance use. Other areas of interest
include: anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and life transitions.
Outside of work I am married with two boys. I love collecting hobbies! There are
too many to count, but some of my favorites are: Dungeon’s and Dragons, Texas
Hold-em, traveling, golf, knitting and crocheting, and my most recent addition, skydiving!!