Ms Danielle Marie Parreño

Licensed Psychologist

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“As a licensed psychologist with over eight years of experience in mental health, I provide integrative psychotherapy and counseling for adolescents, adults, and couples. My work is grounded in the belief that mental health concerns do not exist in isolation. They are shaped by our relationships, identities, life experiences, and environments. I strive to create a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where clients can better understand themselves, navigate challenges, and develop meaningful and sustainable ways of coping. Together, we work toward improving not only symptoms and distress, but also overall well-being, self-understanding, and quality of life. ”

About Me

Hello, you can call me Denden (she/her). I am a licensed psychologist based in the Philippines and provide online psychotherapy and counseling in English and Filipino. Over the years, I have worked with adolescents, adults, and couples experiencing a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, stress and burnout, relationship difficulties, life transitions, grief, trauma-related concerns, and challenges related to self-esteem, identity, and emotional regulation. My approach is integrative, trauma-informed, and queer-affirmative. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all framework, I work collaboratively with clients to understand their unique experiences, strengths, values, and goals. I believe therapy should be both reflective and practical, offering space for insight and emotional processing while also helping clients develop concrete strategies that support meaningful change in everyday life. Whether you are navigating a difficult period, feeling stuck, seeking clarity, or simply wanting to understand yourself better, therapy can provide a space to pause, reflect, and move forward with greater intention and self-compassion.

Approach

Therapy is a collaborative process that moves at a pace that feels manageable and meaningful for you. In our sessions, we explore your experiences, patterns, relationships, emotions, and strengths while identifying practical ways to address current challenges. My work draws from integrative, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approaches, incorporating elements of cognitive-behavioral, acceptance-based, relational, and strengths-focused therapies. Depending on your needs, sessions may include reflection, psychoeducation, skills-building, guided exercises, and opportunities to practice new strategies between sessions. Clients often appreciate a balance of warmth, curiosity, and gentle accountability. Together, we aim to translate insight into actions that support lasting growth, resilience, and psychological well-being.

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Basic Information

Cainta, Philippines

Online Only

Services

Individual Psychotherapy and Counseling Couples Counseling Mental Health Consultation Wellness Coaching Psychoeducation Stress Management Support Emotional Regulation Skills Training ADHD and Executive Functioning Support Trauma-Informed Support LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Therapy Screening and Mental Health Assessment using evidence-based self-report measures (e.g., anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, coping, emotion regulation, and general mental health screening)

Services Offered:

Art Therapy
A form of therapy that uses visual art-making (drawing, painting, sculpture) as a means of expression and emotional processing.
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Counseling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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Trauma Counseling
Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.
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Skills Training
Structured programmes that teach practical coping and life skills, such as emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.
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Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.
Psychotherapy
In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.
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Climate Grief Support
Distress, anxiety, or mourning related to environmental destruction and climate change, sometimes called eco-anxiety or ecological grief.
Group Therapy
Therapy conducted with a small group of people who share similar concerns, using peer interaction and diverse perspectives as part of the healing process.
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Stress Management
Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.
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Psychoeducation
Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.
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Works With:

Adults
Adolescents
Individuals
Organisations
Groups
Couples

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
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Grief & Loss
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.
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Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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ADHD
A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.
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Mood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
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Sexual Issues
Difficulties related to sexual functioning, desire, identity, or behaviour that cause distress or interfere with relationships.
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Professional Title:

Licensed Psychologist
A psychologist licensed to independently assess, diagnose, and treat psychological conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) - Board of Psychology

Psychometrician

PRC - Board of Psychology

Licensed Psychologist

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Qualifications

Master of Arts in Psychology (Clinical Psychology)

University of the Philippines Diliman

Year: 2024

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

University of the Philippines Diliman

Year: 2014

GDip

De La Salle College of Saint Benilde School of Professional and Continuing Education

Year: 2023

Associate Sexologist (candidate)

Unprude Center for Sexology

Year: 2026

Queer Affirmative Counselling

Mariwala Health Initiative

Year: 2022

Service Areas

Online from

Online Only

Cainta · Quezon City

Philippines