Betty "Denise" Pope , LCSW, CSW

Betty "Denise" Pope is a Georgia-licensed clinical social worker with more than 25 years of experience providing psychotherapy to adults facing a wide spectrum of concerns. She has supported people dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship and family struggles, parenting challenges, addiction, grief, sleep and eating difficulties, and the emotional aftermath of trauma and abuse. Her practice also addresses issues such as stress, anger, bipolar disorder, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and life transitions, with additional attention to guilt, shame, isolation, post-traumatic stress, and women’s issues.

Her manner is warm and interactive, and she emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while avoiding stigmatizing labels. She combines evidence-informed methods - including cognitive behavioral strategies, motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment techniques, dialectical skills, and narrative approaches - tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s distinct needs and goals. Betty "Denise" Pope holds LCSW and CSW credentials, indicating clinical social work licensure in Georgia (GA LCSW CSW002268).

Her therapeutic stance centers on practical coping skills alongside exploration of meaning and values, with an emphasis on empowerment and collaboration as people work toward healthier patterns and improved functioning.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Betty "Denise" Pope draws on cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy to structure much of her online work. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and anger. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) emphasizes clarifying personal values and learning acceptance-based strategies to reduce struggle with difficult thoughts and emotions while moving toward meaningful action. She also integrates dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills when emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance are important parts of treatment, providing concrete tools for coping in high-stress moments.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process - Betty "Denise" Pope works with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences and adapts the plan as progress unfolds. This helps ensure therapy feels relevant and practical for everyday life.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility and expand access to licensed professionals across regions. These options allow people to schedule care around work, family, and travel, maintain continuity through life changes, and use the format that best supports their comfort and communication style.