Denise VonSchmidt, LMHC
Warm, person-centered support for life and relationships
- 20 years of experience
- CBT and mindfulness tools
- Supportive and direct style
About Denise VonSchmidt
Denise VonSchmidt is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with over 20 years of experience providing counseling and psychotherapy. She has supported clients across the lifespan through a wide range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, eating and sleeping concerns, grief, relationship and family challenges, parenting stress, career concerns, bipolar disorder, ADHD, anger, self-esteem, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes.
Her style is warm, sensitive, and encouraging, grounded in a person-centered perspective that emphasizes respect, dignity, and compassion. Denise integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based strategies, and solution-focused work to help clients notice patterns, build practical skills, and move toward meaningful change. She believes many people already carry important insights within themselves, and therapy can help bring those answers into clearer focus so clients can take steps that match their goals.
Denise recognizes that reaching out for support can be a difficult decision, whether someone feels stuck with a problem or simply wants a better quality of life and greater confidence and independence. She is committed to offering a space where clients can feel heard and validated, with an approach that is compassionate and gentle while also appropriately direct when needed. Her work is guided by unconditional positive regard, and she strives to ensure clients feel supported without judgment or shame.
Her style is warm, sensitive, and encouraging, grounded in a person-centered perspective that emphasizes respect, dignity, and compassion. Denise integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based strategies, and solution-focused work to help clients notice patterns, build practical skills, and move toward meaningful change. She believes many people already carry important insights within themselves, and therapy can help bring those answers into clearer focus so clients can take steps that match their goals.
Denise recognizes that reaching out for support can be a difficult decision, whether someone feels stuck with a problem or simply wants a better quality of life and greater confidence and independence. She is committed to offering a space where clients can feel heard and validated, with an approach that is compassionate and gentle while also appropriately direct when needed. Her work is guided by unconditional positive regard, and she strives to ensure clients feel supported without judgment or shame.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
GriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Denise VonSchmidt have?
Denise VonSchmidt has 20 years of experience providing counseling and psychotherapy support.
Is Denise VonSchmidt a licensed therapist?
Yes. Denise VonSchmidt is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida. Her license is FL LMHC MH17126.
In which languages does Denise VonSchmidt provide therapy?
Denise VonSchmidt provides therapy in English.
Where is Denise VonSchmidt located?
Denise VonSchmidt is located in Florida.
How can I work with Denise VonSchmidt as my therapist?
You can work with Denise VonSchmidt through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Denise VonSchmidt work with international clients?
Yes. Denise VonSchmidt works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Denise VonSchmidt cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based 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 is simple. 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 That Translate Well to Online Care
Denise VonSchmidt draws from approaches that can be effective in an online setting for concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and navigating life transitions.Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, respectful space where clients can explore what they are feeling and what matters most to them. This approach can be especially helpful when someone wants to feel heard, better understand themselves, and build confidence in their own decision-making.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based approach that looks at how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact. It can help clients identify unhelpful patterns and practice new ways of responding to challenges in daily life.
Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes learning to notice experiences in the present moment with less reactivity. It can support clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck in worry, or emotionally drained and want tools for grounding and steadier coping.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Denise collaborates with clients to tailor sessions to their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the focus over time as new insights and priorities emerge.
Online therapy also offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into busy schedules and changing routines.