Licensed to practice in California and accepts 51 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions and 8 more.
(she/her)
"Being able to be your true self is one of the strongest components of good mental health" – Lauren Mersy. As an integrative therapist, I tailor my approach to help you understand the causes of your distress and find personalized coping strategies to achieve your goals. With compassion, validation, and flexibility, I support your healing journey. Together, we will work toward a healthier, more balanced life.
In our first session, we will start with brief introductions and discuss your expectations for therapy. We will also explore your current challenges and what an ideal outcome would look like for you. This will help me understand your goals and how I can best support you in our future sessions.
A strong therapeutic relationship is essential to one's progress. I aim to create a nonjudgmental space, as I believe we are never truly alone in our experiences. My goal is to empower individuals to navigate life with resilience and confidence. I bring a warm, authentic approach to both my work and life, guided by empathy, directness, and openness—qualities that are key to building trust.
As your therapist, I create a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself and move at your own pace. I’m here to help you explore your thoughts and emotions, build practical tools, and work toward meaningful change. I support clients with goal setting, relationship challenges, life transitions, and experiences like anxiety and depression. I use a blend of approaches—including CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and strengths-based therapy—tailored to what matters most to you. I believe in your resilience and your ability to grow. Together, we can work on building insight, setting healthy boundaries, improving communication, and navigating life’s challenges in ways that feel aligned with who you are.
Other specialties
I identify as
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Shield
Blue Shield of California - Medicare
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
IHSS Healthy Workers
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Scripps Health Plan
Sharp Health Plan
Surest (formerly Bind)
Sutter Health Plan
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I help individuals understand the interconnectedness of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, while also fostering greater self-awareness.
Trauma-Focused CBT
I assist individuals by teaching coping skills, processing traumatic experiences. My approach incorporates techniques, such as exposure therapy and cognitive restructuring, to help individuals manage trauma-related thoughts and emotions.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I teach a range of coping methods and interpersonal skills to help individuals manage distress and enhance their personal relationships.
Psychodynamic
I help individuals explore how their early childhood experiences have shaped their behaviors and relationships today. By recognizing these connections, individuals can gain insight into how past influences affect their current actions.
Mind-body approach
A holistic approach to healing that blends mental and physical practices to enhance health and well-being, grounded in the understanding that the mind and body are interconnected.
3 ratings with written reviews
December 12, 2025
I can't remember why I picked Diana. I'm sure I looked at her profile and areas of focus, and they matched my needs. Regardless of who you choose, at some point you have to engage and see what happens and see if it's a good fit. I am very glad I did. Her calm, perceptive and affirmative nature are very valuable for me. She listens, supports, and guides with great compassion and insight. I hope that the relationship is as good for you as it has been for me.
March 26, 2025
Diana demonstrates a high level of professionalism and expertise in her work. She has provided significant assistance to me thus far. I appreciate her positive attitude and attentiveness.
February 28, 2025
I think this will be a profitable relationship. I like her attitude and vibe. Her professional and life experience will help us as we carry on this relationship. I'm looking forward to our next meetings.