After 15 years working in cubicles writing software and turning my mental health into a garbage dump, I picked up a book that changed my life. The Tools gave me practical steps on how to regulate my emotions and take action to move my life forward. The minute I read the last page I decided to go back to school and become a therapist. Seven grueling and mind-expanding years later I earned my license to practice psychotherapy. I thanked Phil and Barry for meeting me on the pages of their book (and in person at their Omega workshops), and for helping me live out one hell of an adventure. To my amazement and undying gratitude they included me on their list of recommended therapists. The adventure continues!
You can listen to my interview with Phil Stutz back in 2017.
In addition to offering coaching with The Tools, I’m licensed to practice psychotherapy and accept health insurance for it in New York, Florida, Indiana, Texas, and Massachusetts. And when the Counseling Compact becomes operational in 2025 I will gladly provide insured psychotherapy to folks in these states, too.
Testimonials (from zocdoc):
“After 4 months of weekly appointments with Denis, my mental health has exponentially improved. His unique perspective and helpful strategies allowed me to "get out of my own way" and find happiness again. I am extremely grateful for Denis and highly recommend him as a helpful therapist.” -ms
“2 sessions in and I already feel like Denis is a great fit for me. He’s already given me a handful of tools that I’ve really connected with, and in our sessions I feel supported & heard. Highly recommend!”
“HANDS DOWN the most thorough, relieving, and enjoyable sessions I’ve ever had !!! I’ve gone through a few therapists but Denis is truly something special. He uses unique techniques to address issues, asks all the right questions and truly makes you feel heard and understood.”
“Denis has helped me considerably as I've dealing with some old issues that have come back up. I've been to a few therapists through the year and I've never spoken with one who's been as empathetic and effective as Denis. I have made more progress in a few months with Denis as I had in years with other therapists. Each meeting we run through techniques to guide me through whatever issues are facing me. I've been able to use these techniques on a day to day basis to alleviate stress, stop panic attacks, and just all around keep me on a better footing. Truly highly recommended!”
“Highly recommended - Denis is insightful and supportive, offering effective tools for emotional and mental resilience. Very grateful to work with a professional invested in uplifting those around him!”
“Denis is the first therapist I've worked with who has just clicked. His approach is exactly what I was looking for.”
“Denis' calm and personable approach is just what I needed to work through my depression and anxiety. He gave me clear and simple tools to manage my mental health and helped me get my life back on track. I had some worries about how a counsellor would respond to my issues, and I couldn't be happier with Denis and the immediate ease I felt when speaking with him.”
I’m trying to gather, magnify, and shine light.
What are you trying to do?
Why a Lens?
Consider the lens of discovery. Microscope. Telescope. Magnifying glass (synonymous with mystery-solving). Focusing. Correcting! Distorting? ...your powers of attention. Now you notice the unnoticed.
Consider also the lens of creation. Bringing artful narrative to life. Spotlight. Speaker cone. Camera. Magic lantern. Optical fiber.
What lens captures your story?
What lens projects your story?
You are a lens. Gather. Magnify. Shine.
Photography on The Lens by Joed Viera and Jennifer Kitchen-McGann
Theme music on The Lens Podcast is, "Exoneration Stomp" by Static Method.