Denise Stuntzner, LCSW

Denise Stuntzner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Oregon who brings 22 years of clinical experience to her psychotherapy practice. She emphasizes a practical, goal-oriented style that centers the client - helping people identify patterns that get in the way of feeling grounded and effective in daily life. Denise works collaboratively to develop focused plans that address stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and grief, addictions, self-esteem and intimacy-related issues, as well as challenges like sleep problems, parenting struggles, career transitions, anger, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.

Her clinical approach blends client-centered care with evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy, with mindful practices often integrated to support present-moment awareness and coping. This mix aims to be both hands-on and practical - identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, setting clear goals, and developing concrete strategies to improve functioning at home, work, and in relationships. Denise also brings experience working with issues related to aging, chronic illness and pain, caregiver stress, codependency, family-of-origin dynamics, postpartum depression, panic disorder, and end-of-life concerns.

Clients can expect a direct yet compassionate clinician who values rapport, mutual respect, and measurable progress. Denise frames change as a collaborative process and is committed to helping people build skills that support resilience and better day-to-day functioning.

Therapeutic approaches and online treatment options

Denise uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive space where the client’s goals and perspectives drive the work. This approach focuses on listening, empathy, and collaboration so clients can explore values and make choices that feel right for them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify and shift thinking and behavior patterns that contribute to anxiety, depression, stress, and related concerns by teaching practical skills and problem-solving strategies. Mindfulness Therapy is used alongside other methods to strengthen present-moment awareness and reduce emotional reactivity, which can be helpful for stress, trauma-related symptoms, and sleep or mood difficulties.

Finding the best therapeutic approach is part of the process. Denise works collaboratively with each person to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress is made. The client and therapist decide together what feels most useful and realistic.

Online therapy with Denise is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home or work, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access consistent support when in-person visits are not convenient. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to deliver effective, goal-focused care that fits into busy lives.