Diana Ascencio

My name is Diana and I strive to provide services to anyone feeling misunderstood, unheard, lost or struggling with the next stage in their life. I have nine years of experience in the mental health field and a Certified Partner Abuse Intervention Professional. Through my experience I have witnessed first hand on how important communication is in order to make a relationship work. Whether that is with a family member, a romantic partner, friends, coworkers or neighbors, communication plays a key role on how well we can understand others and communicate what we need.

My career began as an advocate for survivors of domestic violence. I later expanded my experience and worked with individuals who were defined as abusers due to their abusive behaviors in relationships. Working with both sides of a relationship has given me the opportunity to learn how to hold clients accountable for their own patterns to make changes.

As a bilingual and bicultural Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am able to understand how cultures can blend and we can be overwhelmed with our own identity and values. By using a client centered approach, I am able to bulid a place where I can provide you with a safe, non-judgement space for you to discuss any challenge you may be facing. I also use a direct approach to help you reflect on your own thoughts and actions that may be holding you back.

I believe the most important part of therapy is finding the right therapist. You will have the freedom to choose if I am the right therapist for you. I am here to help and I understand your comfort is valuable in the process of receiving the best treatment.

During our first session, we will discuss what brings you to therapy, your goals you would like to achieve, and your background. You will have the freedom to discuss my approach in therapy and what your needs are. My goal is for you to feel you have a space where you can feel validated yet challenged to make positive changes. Your time with me is your time to feel relief, hope and motivated to continue to move forward.