- Client-centered approach
- CBT and DBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
About Desiree
Desiree Monroe is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland with 16 years of experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, depression, addictions, relationship and family concerns, parenting, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
She uses a client-centered, eclectic style that draws on multiple methods. In sessions she helps people identify patterns that keep them stuck and practices concrete skills to respond differently. Expect clear, practical steps for managing strong emotions and handling tense moments with others.
Her background includes work in both outpatient and inpatient settings. That experience shapes how she supports people dealing with mood disorders, substance use, post-traumatic stress, and the effects of caregiving or foster care histories. She also brings familiarity with first responder stress and recovery from trauma.
Desiree holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Bowie State University and a Bachelor of Science from Towson University. She is an LCPC in Maryland and has acted as a Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists Approved Clinical Supervisor in Clinical Professional Counseling.
Sessions focus on skill-building, motivation for change, and addressing practical barriers to better emotional control. She incorporates approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing to support clear goals and stepwise progress.
Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are not accepted. To begin, clients follow the practice's online matching steps and schedule an initial session.
How her approaches work in online sessions
Desiree commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in practical ways. CBT helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and test them with real-life experiments. That can reduce ruminating anger or workplace frustration. DBT emphasizes skills for tolerating intense feelings, managing impulses, and improving communication during conflict.She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy to shape how sessions feel. That approach focuses on listening carefully and working together to set goals. Choosing the right mix of methods is part of treatment; the therapist will review options with each person and adjust based on needs, goals, and preferences.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Many people find remote work helps fit therapy into busy days, makes shorter check-ins easier, or avoids travel time. Online work can also make it simpler to practice skills between sessions and apply strategies directly to daily life.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, anger, depression, addictions, and related issues such as parenting and caregiver stress.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centered, eclectic approach that emphasizes practical skill-building and motivation for behavior change.
How much experience does she have?
She has 16 years of professional counseling experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCPC in Maryland and holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology and a Bachelor of Science degree.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.