OFFERING VIRTUAL THERAPY UNTIL
SPRING 2025
We're excited to announce that we're taking a winter break! During this time, we'll be offering virtual therapy sessions until Spring 2025. We can't wait to continue supporting you and appreciate your understanding as we embrace this season. Feel free to reach out with any questions or schedule a session—we're here for you!
Deneen Holmes, MA, LPC, AMFT, LPN
Relationships, Marriage, Families & Individuals
Clinical Supervisor: Shemiah Derrick, LCPC
“For me, becoming isn’t about arriving somewhere or achieving a certain aim. I see it instead as forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously toward a better self. The journey doesn’t end.”​ — Michelle Obama
About Deneen:
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Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Associate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (ALMFT), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Dementia Practitioner, and currently finishing her certification to become a doula.
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Education:
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Bachelor of Science in Community Health from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
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Master’s degree in Marriage, Family, and Couples Therapy from Governors State University.
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Therapeutic Approach & Philosophy:
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Humor & Connection: Deneen uses humor to help clients feel connected, safe, and comfortable during sessions.
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Empathy & Understanding: Deneen believes everyone can benefit from someone who listens with patience, empathy, and understanding, and feels that bearing witness to a client’s experience helps them feel seen and cared for.
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Acceptance: She encourages the idea that it’s okay not to be okay, creating an environment of support and understanding.
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Calm & Motivating Atmosphere: Her goal is to provide a calm yet motivating atmosphere where clients can work toward their personal goals and find a path toward healing and change.
Specializations & Client Focus:
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Deneen works with individuals and couples, helping them navigate challenges and work towards personal and relational goals.
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With a background in marriage, family, and couples therapy, she specializes in supporting couples and individuals through life transitions and relational difficulties.
Modalities & Techniques:
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Gottman Level 1 Certification: Deneen is trained in the Gottman Method, a research-based approach to improving relationships through communication, conflict resolution, and understanding emotional needs.
Healthcare Background:
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Holistic Health Approach: Deneen’s background as a Certified Dementia Practitioner and Licensed Practical Nurse allows her to take a holistic approach to wellness, integrating physical, mental, and emotional health into therapy.
Contact & Scheduling:
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Deneen is eager to help clients improve their mental, emotional, and relational well-being by providing a supportive and motivating space for healing and change.
