I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, licensed since 1981 and blessed in my journey to have been trusted enough to help others grow in their lives. I am a get to work type person and can be pretty direct in my approach in a what I hope is also a kind, understanding and caring approach. I believe in education, because knowledge is power and learning new skills to manage the bumps in the road of life is important. I try to see what might be most helpful for people based on their views and what they believe and their hopes and goals. I am well trained in trauma informed treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems and dialectical therapy. I believe those approaches provide both skills and understanding to help a person move forward when they seem to be stuck, which truly happens to us all. I look forward to seeing how we can partner to unstick you and help you move forward in this journey called life.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Grief, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment Issues, Control Issues, Post-traumatic Stress, Self-Harm, Women's Issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
ID LMFT LMFT-5489
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dianne Smith. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Dianne is a great therapist. She listened to what I shared and was able to offer ways to help integrate new ways to see my situation and move forward in a positive direction. But most importantly she checked in repeatedly throughout to highlight what we talked about. I highly recommend her! Thanks Dianne
Written on Nov 25, 2023 after therapy with Dianne for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
I appreciate Dianne & have enjoyed working with her. She is easy to talk to & thoughtful in her responses & communication. I am grateful to have connected with her.
Written on Nov 09, 2023 after therapy with Dianne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
She is a great therapist and an amazing woman with a lot of experience. During difficult times it's just eye opening talking to her and the way she helps is so effective and helps me stay on track and focus on what I want to do in life.
Written on Aug 21, 2023 after therapy with Dianne for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Dianne has been a big help in getting my anxiety snd depression under control. She has helped me realize I have my own set of tools and personal experiences to control and live with my issues.
Written on Jul 21, 2023 after therapy with Dianne for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dianne is honestly so great! You can tell she cares and she tries really hard to make times work for you. I appreciate her a lot
Written on May 18, 2023 after therapy with Dianne for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue
Dianne has added value to my life. She listens, contributes, and give great advice.
Written on Apr 30, 2023 after therapy with Dianne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and anger management