Who is Denise?

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Denise is a Liberty University Certified Christian Minister, Board Certified Advanced Mental Health and Christian Life Coach, through the Board of Christian Life Coaches (BCLC) and the International Board of Christian Care (IBCC). A presidential member of the American Association of Christian Counselors–who holds a degree in Psychology Christian Counseling and beyond that has pursued extensive training and certifications including Youth and Adult Mental Health First Aid, Spiritual First Aid.

With a strong foundation from the School of Behavioral Science at Liberty University and Light University, Denise is deeply committed to the movement of people care.

Her diverse background in Psychology Christian Counseling, Criminal Psychology, Crisis Counseling, and Life Coaching fuels her passion for helping individuals break free from life’s challenges. Denise understands the complexities of family dynamics and is dedicated to supporting today’s families. In addition to her personal experiences, she has earned certificates in Marriage Works, Caring for People God’s Way, Breaking Free, Domestic and Community Crisis Response, Coaching for Marital Satisfaction, Blended Families, and Parent Coaching.

Having battled fibromyalgia and overcome anxiety, panic attacks, codependency, low self-esteem, childhood bullying, trauma, suicidal ideation, and severe depression, Denise views herself a victorious woman of God. She is blessed to have turned her challenges into a source of strength, enabling her to uplift and support others.

Denise is dedicated to making life easier for those around her. Through her studies and compassionate approach, she helps individuals recognize the truth that lies within them. She believes there is new hope for everyone and that they are far more than their current circumstances. Her mission includes serving, teaching, lay counseling (as an act of love), and empowering individuals to remember their true identity in Christ.

By sharing grace, Denise empowers men and women, young and old, both near and far, to find freedom from feeling stuck.

Her goal is simple: to help individuals live to their full God-given potential.

Praying for you!

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