I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida with over six years of experience helping individuals navigate a variety of mental health challenges. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and value providing culturally sensitive care to clients from diverse backgrounds. My clinical experience includes working in outpatient and community-based settings, supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship concerns, self-esteem struggles, and substance use. My approach is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I aim to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel comfortable exploring your thoughts and emotions. I work particularly well with individuals who feel unsure, stuck, or conflicted about making changes, and I help them build insight, increase motivation, and take meaningful steps forward at a pace that feels right for them. Whether you are working through past experiences or dealing with current stressors, I am here to support you in gaining clarity, strengthening coping skills, and moving toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
During our first session, we’ll focus on getting to know each other and creating a space where you feel comfortable and supported. I’ll invite you to share what brings you to therapy and what you would like to work on, so I can better understand your goals and priorities. We’ll also spend some time discussing your background, including important life experiences and relationships, to gain a clearer picture of what has shaped your current situation. You’re welcome to ask any questions about the therapy process along the way—I want you to feel informed and at ease. This first session is about building a foundation for our work together. We’ll begin to identify what feels most important to focus on, while moving at a pace that feels right for you. My goal is to create a supportive, collaborative environment where you feel heard and understood as we begin working toward meaningful change.
My greatest strengths as a therapist come from the depth and variety of my clinical experience. Over the years, I have worked in diverse settings and with a wide range of client concerns, which has allowed me to develop a strong foundation in multiple therapeutic approaches. This enables me to adapt my style to best meet each client’s unique needs and goals. I draw from a broad set of tools and interventions to support clients facing challenges such as anxiety, substance use, relationship difficulties, and self-esteem concerns. My approach is flexible, collaborative, and client-centered, allowing me to meet you where you are and adjust our work as your needs evolve. I strive to offer thoughtful, practical support while creating a space that encourages growth, insight, and meaningful progress.
I am best positioned to serve clients who feel ambivalent about making change—those who may recognize the need for something different in their lives but feel uncertain, stuck, or conflicted about how to move forward. I work well with individuals who are navigating uncertainty, questioning long-standing patterns, or struggling with motivation and follow-through. My approach supports clients in exploring both sides of their ambivalence without judgment, helping them build clarity, strengthen intrinsic motivation, and move toward meaningful, values-driven change at a pace that feels manageable and authentic.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is my primary approach because it’s practical, evidence-based, and effective. It's specifically great at helping to manage anxiety and depression. By exploring how your thoughts, feelings, and actions intersect, we can identify and disrupt the negative patterns holding you back. Rather than just talking about problems, we focus on building a real-world toolkit. You’ll develop the skills needed to manage stress, increase resilience, and create lasting, positive change in your daily life.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) is a practical, future-facing approach that prioritizes goals over past problems. My role is to help you tap into the strengths and resilience you already have to find a clear way forward. Because this method is brief and highly focused, it’s ideal for navigating specific challenges like workplace stress or life transitions. We focus on where you want to be and the actionable steps needed to get you there.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing (MI) has proven to be highly effective in treating a variety of mental health and behavioral issues, including substance use, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. By focusing on enhancing motivation for change and resolving ambivalence, MI empowers individuals to take ownership of their recovery and mental well-being. It is a particularly useful tool when working with clients who are ambivalent about change, resistant to traditional approaches, or struggling with the emotional challenges of making lasting changes. This modality is often used in conjunction with other modalities.
4 ratings with written reviews
February 16, 2026
She was kind and reassuring throughout our session , Made me feel comfortable to share my emotions .
January 21, 2026
Very sweet , very helpful
October 8, 2025
Diana really listens to me, even when I talk too long. She has a very nice demeanor and I enjoy our sessions each time.