about
the doc
credentials
Dr. Denese (she/her/hers) is a clinical psychologist in New York and Massachusetts.
She received her Ph.D. from Columbia University and has nearly a decade of clinical experience.
Currently, she serves on the faculty of Harvard Medical School as an Instructor in Psychology in the department of Psychiatry and Staff Psychologist at a Harvard Medical School affiliated outpatient clinic.
training
Dr. Denese received rigorous psychological intervention and assessment training, which included an APA-accredited internship at the Hawaii Psychology Internship Consortium in Kailua Kona, Hawaii and externships at well-known NYC institutions such as the Child Mind Institute - Anxiety Disorders Center and SUNY Downstate Medical Center, further enhancing her expertise in the field.
She has a Certificate in Global Mental Health: Trauma and Recovery from the Harvard Medical School Program in Refugee Trauma, is a trained Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Advocate from Mount Sinai Hospital, and is certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) through PCIT International. In addition, Dr. Denese is a member of the Selective Mutism Association and International OCD Foundation.
cultural competence
Dr. Denese is passionate about providing high-quality, trauma-informed, and culturally competent mental health treatment and psychoeducation to diverse communities on a national and global scale.
Her dedication to this work reflects her commitment to understanding and addressing the unique and complex needs of individuals from varied backgrounds.
She strives to create an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and understood.
south asian mental health
As Dr. Denese is one of the very few South Asian and Muslim psychologists on the East Coast, she is dedicated to providing safe and welcoming spaces for those seeking a highly skilled mental health provider with life experiences that resonate with their own.
She understands the unique challenges that individuals from these backgrounds often face and is committed to offering compassionate care that respects and honors these experiences.
To learn more about Dr. Denese’s extensive background and expertise in South Asian mental health, click here.
Schedule Free Consultation Today
Dr. Denese has openings in Massachusetts and New York. If interested, please schedule a free 15-minute consultation call by sending a message through the website.