The difference therapy can make.
The experiences shared here offer a glimpse into the journeys of individuals and couples who have chosen to work with me. Every relationship is unique, but meaningful change is always possible.
“Working with Denese during the first years of my marriage saved my marriage, to say the least. Denese helped me understand what was going in my new relationship, what part that I had influence on and what part I didn’t. I developed my skills to convey what I want and don’t want in my relationship. I learnt how to channel my anger and frustration.
Also having step-children wasn’t a straight-forward activity at all. I worked with her to know how to deal with a teenager vs a child and how to make them accept me as a step-mom and deal with me as a mom. Denese was sent from heaven, I don’t know how would I have done it if it wasn’t for her being there, with her full non-judgmental listening, encouragement and support. Forever grateful!”
R.
“I first met Denese while I was having a very hard time focusing and writing my doctoral thesis. It was more than just “writer’s block”. I felt anxious and overwhelmed. With her help, I came to understand the nature and causes of my lack of focus, anxiety, and procrastination. Through focused activities and reflections, Denese provided me with the tools to successfully deal with my issues and move forward with confidence and strength. From the very start, I found Denese to be a very experienced and competent professional with a pleasant personality. I highly recommend her! ”
S.
Having worked with Denese for some months now , I have found that Denese can be entirely entrusted with your vulnerability, guiding you through sessions as a consummate professional, and a highly empathic one at that. To anyone seeking a capable counselor and coach, I recommend Denese without hesitation.
N.
It’s not an easy thing to go into treatment. To do the meaningful work, you need to be vulnerable in front of another person. Luckily, for me that person is Denese. She can be entirely entrusted with your vulnerability, guiding you through sessions as a consummate professional, and a highly empathic one at that. To anyone seeking a capable counselor and coach, I recommend Denese without hesitation.
M.
“We chose Denese MacDonald to help us get our marriage mojo back. We had become romantically disengaged and wanted to reconnect again. Our first session with Denese turned the dial and immediately engaged and encouraged us. She is brilliantly insightful, sessions are structured, progressive and highly effective. What felt overwhelmingly complex to us has been carefully explored and explained with Denese – numerous ‘Eureka!’ moments which removed hurtful perceptions and replaced them with new understanding and clarity. She makes it all make sense. We’re still a “work in progress” but already we’ve reached a whole new level of connectedness. We’re in a good place again and looking ahead happily now. If you need seriously effective relationship help Denese MacDonald is truly outstanding.”
Charlotte.
“As I approach the one-year mark since everything unfolded, I’ve found myself reflecting on the journey I’ve been through over the past months. In a world where we move so quickly through life and often forget to pause and appreciate the people who helped us along the way, I felt it was important to take a moment today to reach out and share my gratitude with you.
Your guidance, compassion, and the tools you shared helped me navigate what was an incredibly difficult chapter. I know the work itself was mine to do, but your professional support and approach made such a meaningful difference in helping me move through the trauma and begin rebuilding in a matter of months rather than what could have easily taken years. I simply wanted you to know the positive impact you’ve had on my life. I still have more growth ahead of me, but I continue to use the insights and tools you shared as I face new challenges. Thank you again, truly, from the bottom of my heart.”
Maria.