Denise Naggi , LCSW

Denise Naggi, LCSW, brings 19 years of clinical experience supporting adults through stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and challenges with motivation and self-esteem. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - a credential that signifies advanced training in clinical assessment and psychotherapy - she focuses on practical, evidence-based care tailored to each person's situation.

Her practice addresses a range of concerns including depression, addictions, relationship difficulties, and the emotional impact of trauma and abuse. She also works with people facing life transitions such as midlife reevaluation, questions of life purpose, and issues related to infidelity. Additional areas of focus include first responder challenges, self-love, sexual assault and abuse recovery, and women's issues.

Denise responds to each client with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans around individual strengths and goals. She emphasizes collaborative work that builds confidence, coping skills, and clearer direction. Taking the first step toward therapy can require courage, and she acknowledges and honors that decision as part of the healing process.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Denise uses evidence-based strategies that emphasize practical skill-building and emotional healing. One common focus is skills-based work for stress and anxiety - teaching concrete coping tools, breathing and grounding techniques, and problem-solving habits that reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning. Another focus is trauma-informed work for survivors of abuse and loss - gentle pacing, validation of experience, and interventions aimed at processing painful memories and rebuilding a sense of safety and agency. She also integrates supportive counseling for grief, self-esteem, and relationship concerns to help clients clarify values and strengthen self-compassion.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Denise collaborates with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She works alongside clients to adjust strategies and refine plans so progress feels relevant and sustainable.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which allow clients to connect from home or other convenient locations. These formats provide flexibility for scheduling, make it easier to maintain continuity of care, and let clients choose the communication style that feels most comfortable while working with licensed professionals and therapists.