- Grief and loss
- Relationship intimacy
- Stress and anxiety
About Diane
Her background includes graduate study in marriage and family therapy and a doctoral degree in organizational psychology. Diane brings experience working with individuals, couples, and families, and she has a certificate in sex therapy that she uses when addressing intimacy and sexual concerns. She has also worked with military families and with people navigating separation, divorce, and blended family arrangements.
In sessions she uses practical methods to help people notice what matters to them and take small steps toward change. That can mean learning new ways to communicate, trying strategies to manage anxiety, or practicing behaviors that improve mood and connection. Diane draws on approaches like acceptance and commitment therapy and cognitive behavioral tools to shape those steps.
She also addresses attachment and relationship patterns that show up in close relationships. Conversations may cover boundaries, trust, and rebuilding intimacy after loss or betrayal. Diane aims to make discussions about sex and desire direct and useful when that is an area of concern.
People who choose her work with someone looking for straightforward guidance on grief, caregiving stress, identity and relationship concerns, parenting challenges, or career and life transitions. She encourages clients to set clear goals and to move at a pace that feels manageable.
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Experience
24+ years
Credentials
Minnesota, Michigan
Languages
English
How Diane’s approaches can work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify their values and take small, manageable actions that match what matters to them. It often helps with anxiety, low mood, and coping with life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors to reduce distress, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect current connections and can guide work on trust, intimacy, and caregiving stress.Choosing the right approach is a shared decision. Diane will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then suggest techniques that fit. That collaborative process means methods can be adjusted as insights emerge and priorities change.
The therapist's profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online therapy helpful because it can fit into work and family schedules, cut down travel time, and make it easier to keep regular sessions. It also allows sessions to focus on short practical check-ins, skill-building exercises, or deeper conversations about grief, relationships, and intimacy without changing the overall plan.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Diane focus on?
Diane helps with grief, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and career concerns, ADHD, body image, and caregiving stress among other topics.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She uses a practical, down-to-earth style that focuses on steps people can try between sessions and clearer communication in relationships.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She has 24 years of experience and holds LPCC and LPC credentials, with graduate training in marriage and family therapy and a PhD in organizational psychology.
Where is Diane licensed to practice?
Her listed credentials are MN LPCC and MI LPC and she practices from Michigan.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and she is available to work with international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before scheduling.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.