Hi! I'm a Registered Clinical Mental Health Professional based in Florida. I received a PhD in Human Behavior, a Masters in Clinical Counseling (MS) and a Masters in Education (MEd). I've been practicing clinical counseling for three years and teaching at the university level for nearly two decades. I am certified in many trauma based practices including EMDR. I also uniquely assist clients through equine psychotherapy (utilizing horses and ground therapy with clients in the pasture). I help a wide range of clients (children to adults) struggling with anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, and other trauma related topics.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions. After time and once trust is built by the client, we can dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

Having worked in both higher education and mental health, I've developed an in-depth understanding that many people want to make sense of themselves and the world around them but don't know how. Helping clients uncover and discover themselves while making sense of familial and other challenges is my strength. I do this by digging into the root cause of our struggles, and then by creating meaning that leads to measurable progress.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I enjoy working with clients who are open to learning about themselves, their early childhood, and how the world around us impacts our everyday lives. My clients are eager to improve, but don't yet have the tools needed to make this goal a reality. They often feel stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, and are looking for assistance in understanding themselves while making meaning out of everything.

About Deana Plaskon

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