Diana Smith, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Diana!

I look forward to meeting you and am eager to be part of your journey as you work toward healing and growth.

My focus

My experience includes working with cases involving severe trauma, addictions, family conflict, depression, and anxiety, as well as other stress and adoption/foster care-related issues.

My approach

I believe that therapy is a way for a person to open up parts of themselves in order to work on the inner layers of self. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trauma-focused CBT, Attachment Therapy, and Systems work.

My communication style

In our sessions, I aim to create an open, non-judgmental space where you can freely express yourself. I listen with empathy and ask questions to deeply understand your perspective. My communication is direct but compassionate as I help you gain insight and develop strategies for growth and healing.

My journey to mental healthcare

I completed my clinical hours at Palomar Family Counseling Services, where I gained experience working with diverse populations and complex clinical presentations.

My goals for you

Together, we can work on strategies that can aid you in gaining insight into your life. Whatever you may be experiencing, you have taken the first step in seeking out support.

Our first session

In our first session, we'll focus on getting to know each other and understanding what brings you to therapy. I'll ask about your concerns, goals, and what you hope to achieve. This is a safe space for you to share openly, and we'll begin building a foundation for our work together.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Attachment-based

Dialectical (DBT)

Gestalt

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness-Based

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Masters of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University, San Diego.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Diana Smith