Diamond Hines

I'm Diamond! A therapist who believes healing doesn't always have to feel so heavy. I bring an open mind to help young adults and adults working through mood, anxiety, eating, and trauma-related disorders. I earned both my Bachelors and Masters in Social Work from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and have extensive experience treating high-acuity clients in inpatient and outpatient settings. My style is direct but compassionate, blending CPT, CBT, DBT, IPT, REBT, and Family Systems approaches to create real, lasting change.

I'm a therapist who likes to keep it real -- growth takes courage, but we don't have to be serious every second. I bring humor, honesty, and an open mind into the room, helping clients feel seen and supported while we tackle life's messier parts. My goal is to create a space where you can explore, laugh, and make meaningful changes at your own pace.

In our first session, you can expect a relaxed and honest conversation focused on getting to know you -- not just your symptoms, but your story. I'll ask questions to understand what's been weighing on you and what you'd like to change, while also sharing how I work so you can decide if it's a good fit. My approach is straightforward but compassionate, and I like to keep things grounded (with a touch of humor when it helps). By the end, you'll have a clearer sense of what therapy with me looks like and a direction for moving forward.