My therapist is spectacular. She knows exactly how to help me navigate my problems and we get along wonderfully. I wouldn't give her up for anyone or anything! She is truly a Godsend!

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Dena

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geometry-shapes iconMedical / Health Issues, LGBTQIA+, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Men’s Issues, Self Esteem, Women’s Issues, Relationships, Anxiety
Online in Virginia
15 years in practice
Ages served: 18-64
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Dena accepts 29 insurers
Aetna
Anthem
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan
Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia Medicare Advantage
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | Exchange
Carelon
Carelon | Medicare Advantage
Compsych
First Health Network
HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage
Humana Medicare Advantage
JP Farley Corporation
Medcost VA
Medicare VA
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Quest Behavioral Health
Railroad Medicare
Sentara Health Plans (Optima Health)
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$220
first session
$160
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Dena

Dena Wentz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 17 years of social work experience where she has helped individuals with coping and adjustment to chronic and acute illnesses and barriers to overall health and wellness. Areas of focus in other areas of clinical practice include anxiety, stress management, self-esteem, life transitions, relationship issues, parenting, grief and loss, depression, and coping with chronic illness. 

Dena applies techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, humanistic modalities, acceptance and commitment theories, person-centered, and strength-based approaches to therapy. She uses solution-focused and mindfulness-based methods to help her clients meet their therapy goals. Because of her experience in the health care setting, she meets clients where they are at and is able to build rapport quickly with genuine concern. She helps clients to look at patterns of behaviors and increase awareness of emotions and stressors. She will help you explore barriers to connection in relationships. 

Dena completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work from Millersville University and received her Master of Social Work from Temple University, both from Council of Social Work Education accredited programs. Dena is passionate about helping to provide individuals with tools for coping with life’s transitions and challenges, all the while helping you to grow so that you can live your best life today.

What clients say

What clients say

These testimonials are from real clients who completed a satisfaction survey after their sessions and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.

My therapist is spectacular. She knows exactly how to help me navigate my problems and we get along wonderfully. I wouldn't give her up for anyone or anything! She is truly a God....

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Dena

Dena is amazing and so thoughtful. So glad she's my therapist

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Dena

Dena listens and she shows empathy as well as problem solving based on my desired outcomes not her opinion. She never has made me feel judged.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Dena

Dena Wentz is excellent and very easy to talk to. I look forward to our sessions as I always feel better afterwards.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Dena

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Get to know Dena

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

I know it's cliche, but I have always wanted to help people!

What types of clients do you work with best?

Children and adolescents, young adults, women going through Motherhood.

What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?

I know. It's hard. But you've got this. And - there's not one other person just like you! You are precious.

Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

I wanted to work with a team of professionals who made a difference in their clients and their community.

What inspires you?

People like Fred Rogers, Brene Brown, and Chase Jarvis.

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

Our first session will include an intake, then we'll work on goals to get you where you need to go.

What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

Rapport - setting goals.

What do you do for fun/on your time off?

I love being outdoors. I love the beach - sunrises and sunsets are my favorite!

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesMedical / Health Issues, LGBTQIA+, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Men’s Issues, Self Esteem, Women’s Issues, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Adoption, Caregivers, Codependency, Developmental Disorders, Domestic Violence, Impulse Control Disorders, Infertility, Learning / Intellectual Disabilities, Marital & Premarital, Mood Disorders, Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, Neurodiversity, Obesity, Panic Attack, Peer Relationships, Performance Anxiety, Seniors & Geriatric, Social Anxiety, Sports Performance, Gender Identity / Transgender, Anger Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD), Chronic Illness/Pain, Spirituality, Parenting, School Issues, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Life Transition, Step-Family / Blended Family Issues, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Career Counseling, Family Conflict, Divorce, Grief
ApproachesMotivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma-Focused, Strength-Based Therapy, Somatic
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Education and training

Years in practice
15 years
Graduating institute
Temple University
Graduating degree
Master of Social Work
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1063126951
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State of practiceVA
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License number0904016713
Practice location

Practice information

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Individual Counseling
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Dena Wentz

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