Dena Leibowitz, MS, LCADC

Dena K. Leibowitz, MS, LCADC
Founder and Executive Director

Dena is a licensed Psychotherapist with a specialty in Addiction Disorders and over 22 years of clinical experience. Her integrative approach to counseling combines years of clinical experience with cognitive behavioral and traditional psychotherapy, with holistic therapies including; mindfulness, NLP, motivational and wellness coaching.

Dena brings positive energy to therapy that inspires change. Her techniques rely on creative and solution focused approaches.

Dena has a Bachelor's Degree from Towson University (BS ’92) and a Master's Degree (MS '96) in Psychology with an emphasis in Counseling. Dena completed post-graduate coursework at Johns Hopkins University required for her licensure. She has also trained extensively with the American Hypnosis Training Academy (APA accredited). She is both certified in hypnosis and as an NLP (Neuro-linguistic Programming) Practitioner. Additional accomplishments include being a panelist at DWI seminars, public speaking, providing expert testimony, and credential training.

Dena founded the Center for Mental Health, LLC in 1998, and the Mãna-Dena Wellness Center in 2011. She believes in applying a holistic approach to wellness. Dena's latest endeavor is integrating yoga philosophy in her counseling approach. She is a graduate of Yogali Institute, and a nationally certified Yoga Instructor through the Yoga Alliance. At her Wellness Center, she offers her clientele an array of Eastern/Western therapies including Acupuncture, Reiki, Massage therapy, Reflexology, Yoga, Nutrition and Herbal therapy in order to achieve optimal results.

Dena's weekly open lecture series on Addiction and Recovery held every Wednesday at 6 p.m. at her Wellness Center in Towson, Maryland remains a popular resource for the community. Dena welcomes new comers, encourages inquiries and is very approachable. She is available to consult with by phone, text, email or in-person.