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Diana Carlson

Therapist
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello there! Seeking help in the midst of a struggle is an incredibly brave step that can lead to limitless rewards. It has been my passion to work alongside adults of all ages to find relief from anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges and life transitions all from the comfort of your their home. My ability to truly listen and provide a compassionate, evidence based approach will equip you with the tools you need to become the version of yourself you've been striving for.

My approach to therapy

I specialize in delivering compassionate, evidence-based support through telehealth, which offers flexibility and privacy when juggling work, family, or mobility challenges. My approach combines attentive listening, practical coping tools and collaborative goal-setting to help you build resilience and real-life change resulting in a better sense of self and being more in control of your emotions and behaviors.

What you can expect from me

I work collaboratively with clients to clarify what feels most important to them whether that’s navigating a specific challenge, making meaningful changes, or deepening self-understanding. Together, we set clear, realistic goals that reflect your values, priorities, and hopes for therapy.

As we move through the process, I help break down larger goals into manageable steps, offering guidance, insight, and support along the way. I draw on your strengths and experiences, encouraging reflection and experimentation in ways that feel safe and empowering.

Progress in therapy is rarely linear, and I approach each session with flexibility, compassion, and curiosity adjusting our path as needed while keeping your goals at the center. Whether we’re processing emotions, learning new skills, or exploring patterns, my role is to support your growth with consistency, care, and collaboration.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Inquisitive, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Salem State University
  • License type
    LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (Massachusetts)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Humana Medicare Advantage, Point32 Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Anger management, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Women's issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Somatic, Attachment Based Family Therapy, Psychoanalytic, Structural Family, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Behavior Management, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Narrative Therapy, Attachment Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Psychodynamic, Relational, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Exposure Response Prevention, Positive Psychology, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Experiential
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English