Denise Owen, LCSW
Experienced LCSW specializing in trauma and relationships
- Trauma and abuse
- Family and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
About Denise Owen
Denise Owen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been licensed since 1993 and has worked in social work since 1986. She earned a Master of Social Work in 1990 and has experience across inpatient and outpatient settings, including a state psychiatric hospital in North Carolina, a medical hospital in South Carolina, a military base in Virginia, and multiple outpatient agencies in Pennsylvania. Over nearly three decades she has moved and practiced in four states due to her spouse's job, gaining a wide range of clinical experience along the way.
Her clinical work has included supporting children with behavioral and developmental challenges, long-term psychiatric patients, hospice clients, state and federal inmates, and military service members and their families. She has provided care for people coping with domestic violence, addictions, grief, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. Although her background includes substantial inpatient work, she is not currently practicing in inpatient settings.
Denise maintains her professional knowledge through ongoing seminars and conferences in medical, psychological, social work, and ethics topics to broaden cultural competence and clinical skills. Her approach emphasizes collaborating with clients to identify goals and jointly choose therapeutic methods - she prefers to assess each person first and involve them in deciding which interventions to try, and will change approaches if needed. She values building rapport before beginning formal therapeutic work and often echoes Stephen Covey's guidance, 'Diagnose before prescribing.'
Outside of clinical practice, Denise has taught in a homeschool network in South Carolina for more than a decade, offering classes ranging from creative crafting to Egyptology and basic sign language. She has also taught Psychology 101 and Sociology 101 at a community college in North Carolina. Denise is the author of two children's books - 'Turtle Gliding' (2009) and 'Why Does God Pull Teeth?' (2018) - each inspired by one of her children. She respects the courage it takes to seek counseling and compares therapy to going to the gym, acknowledging that while it can feel difficult to begin, many people feel better after participating.
Her clinical work has included supporting children with behavioral and developmental challenges, long-term psychiatric patients, hospice clients, state and federal inmates, and military service members and their families. She has provided care for people coping with domestic violence, addictions, grief, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. Although her background includes substantial inpatient work, she is not currently practicing in inpatient settings.
Denise maintains her professional knowledge through ongoing seminars and conferences in medical, psychological, social work, and ethics topics to broaden cultural competence and clinical skills. Her approach emphasizes collaborating with clients to identify goals and jointly choose therapeutic methods - she prefers to assess each person first and involve them in deciding which interventions to try, and will change approaches if needed. She values building rapport before beginning formal therapeutic work and often echoes Stephen Covey's guidance, 'Diagnose before prescribing.'
Outside of clinical practice, Denise has taught in a homeschool network in South Carolina for more than a decade, offering classes ranging from creative crafting to Egyptology and basic sign language. She has also taught Psychology 101 and Sociology 101 at a community college in North Carolina. Denise is the author of two children's books - 'Turtle Gliding' (2009) and 'Why Does God Pull Teeth?' (2018) - each inspired by one of her children. She respects the courage it takes to seek counseling and compares therapy to going to the gym, acknowledging that while it can feel difficult to begin, many people feel better after participating.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Blended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Denise Owen have?
Denise Owen has 34 years of experience in the field of social work and clinical practice.
Is Denise Owen a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is registered as NC LCSW C001100.
In which languages does Denise Owen provide therapy?
Denise Owen provides therapy in English.
Where is Denise Owen located?
Denise Owen is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Denise Owen as my therapist?
You can work with Denise Owen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Denise Owen work with international clients?
Denise Owen does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Denise Owen cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Denise Owen
Denise often integrates client-centered therapy into her work, focusing on building a respectful and empathetic relationship and collaborating with clients to identify their goals. This approach helps people who benefit from being heard and involved in decisions about their care.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients notice and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; CBT is practical and structured, and it can be effective for anxiety, depression, stress, and many coping challenges.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is another approach Denise may draw on - it emphasizes accepting difficult emotions while clarifying personal values and committing to actions that align with those values, which can support coping with painful feelings and life transitions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Denise works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she tailors methods accordingly rather than relying on a single model. Together the client and therapist decide which techniques to try and adjust the plan if something is not helping.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be held by video call or phone, and some work can continue through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations, while still allowing for meaningful clinical work and support.