Denise Hamilton, LICSW, LMSW
Compassionate Michigan LICSW and LMSW
- Anxiety and stress
- Trauma and grief
- Leadership coaching
About Denise Hamilton
Denise Hamilton brings 15 years of social work and clinical experience in Michigan and approaches practice with a balance of professional skill and approachable warmth. She builds a collaborative environment where people can feel accepted and understood, meeting each part of their story with compassion, patience, and respect.
Rather than relying on a single method, she tailors her work to the individual, blending evidence-informed frameworks to explore how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact. Her clinical toolbox includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness-based techniques, psychodynamic approaches, trauma-focused work, solution-focused strategies, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, attachment-based methods, and client-centered principles.
Denise addresses a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family challenges, LGBT issues, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting and blended family dynamics, anger, career and leadership coaching, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes. She also works with issues such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric matters, attachment difficulties, body image, cancer-related adjustment, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, commitment and communication problems, control issues, disaster-related coping, and divorce and separation.
Her background includes experience as an executive and nonprofit leader, which informs a strengths-based coaching approach for professionals and leaders seeking to enhance performance and clarify goals. Denise holds the credentials LICSW and LMSW - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Master Social Worker - and integrates practicality, empathy, and a down-to-earth sense of humor into sessions. She aims to support people working toward greater self-understanding, resilience, and meaningful change.
Rather than relying on a single method, she tailors her work to the individual, blending evidence-informed frameworks to explore how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact. Her clinical toolbox includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness-based techniques, psychodynamic approaches, trauma-focused work, solution-focused strategies, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, attachment-based methods, and client-centered principles.
Denise addresses a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family challenges, LGBT issues, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting and blended family dynamics, anger, career and leadership coaching, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes. She also works with issues such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric matters, attachment difficulties, body image, cancer-related adjustment, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, commitment and communication problems, control issues, disaster-related coping, and divorce and separation.
Her background includes experience as an executive and nonprofit leader, which informs a strengths-based coaching approach for professionals and leaders seeking to enhance performance and clarify goals. Denise holds the credentials LICSW and LMSW - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Master Social Worker - and integrates practicality, empathy, and a down-to-earth sense of humor into sessions. She aims to support people working toward greater self-understanding, resilience, and meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Denise Hamilton have?
She has 15 years of professional experience.
Is Denise Hamilton a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LICSW and LMSW. License details include MA LICSW LICSW114151 and MI LMSW 6801118588.
In which languages does Denise Hamilton provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Denise Hamilton located?
She is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Denise Hamilton as my therapist?
Clients can work with Denise through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Denise Hamilton work with international clients?
Denise Hamilton does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Denise Hamilton cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a 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.
Could Remote Sessions Be a Good Fit?
Online therapy can address many common concerns people bring to treatment, including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life transitions. For many individuals, working with a therapist remotely offers practical and effective ways to move toward goals and build coping skills.One prominent advantage is flexibility - sessions can be scheduled in a way that fits daily life, and clients can choose the communication mode that feels most comfortable, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability can make it easier to maintain continuity of care across changing schedules and life demands.
Therapists and licensed professionals offer a variety of clinical approaches online, and individuals may switch providers if they seek a different style or fit. People considering online work often find it a convenient option that allows meaningful therapeutic progress while remaining integrated with everyday routines.