Denisha Profit, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Denisha!

I work with clients dealing with anxiety, anger, depression, stress, relationship issues, adjustment, and more.

My focus

I work primarily with individuals. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for young adults to geriatric clients who may be dealing with daily challenges, on a path of self-discovery, life transitions, and the aging process. I enjoy working alongside my clients throughout their journey.

My approach

My approach to therapy is based on the individual needs of my clients. My approach has been described as self-empowering, direct, humorous, yet empathetic. I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Client-Centered, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

My communication style

My communication style is humorous (when appropriate) calm, accommodating, validating, and personable. I want my clients to feel at ease and safe when they are meeting with me.

My journey to mental healthcare

From an early age, I knew I had a passion for helping others. Perhaps it has something to do with my community, teachers, pastors, friends, and family bestowing grace and compassion upon me at an early age, which I believe shaped me into who I am today. I thought I would become a police officer or medical professional.

My goals for you

I am client-centered, therefore I would like my Client to identify what they would like to achieve by the end of treatment or how they would like to feel by the end of treatment. I would like to walk alongside you on this journey. We will revisit the treatment plan and review goals to stay on track to achieve the most effective outcome.

Our first session

During the first session, Clients can expect to feel somewhat nervous however you will be greeted with a warm smile. We will quickly review confidentiality and spend a small portion of time getting to know one another. During this session, we will complete an Intake Assessment and establish goals and treatment plans.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Behavioral Activation

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Bakersfield.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Denisha Profit