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Diana Johnson

Diana Johnson

LMHC

New York

Compassionate listener who helps people make changes

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At a glance

Credentials
LMHC
License
LMHC, New York / 000582
Experience
20 years
Languages
English
Location
New York

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    • Motivational focus
    • Goal oriented
    • Mindful strategies

    About Diana

    Diana Johnson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in New York who centers her work on listening and collaboration. She uses Motivational Interviewing alongside person-focused methods to help people name goals and find motivation for change. Her approach is calm and direct and aims to make starting therapy feel manageable.

    She has two decades of experience helping people handle stress, anxiety, and depression. She also supports those dealing with trauma and abuse, and people navigating major life changes like divorce or separation. Diana helps clients talk through family problems, workplace strain, and relationship concerns in clear, practical ways.

    In sessions she mixes client-centered conversation with tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness. That means she listens first, then offers simple skills to change thinking patterns and to manage emotions in the moment. She also uses emotionally-focused concepts when relationship feelings are important.

    Diana often works with people facing panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety. She also helps those wrestling with forgiveness, self-love, and finding purpose. Her style is supportive and goal-oriented without pushing a fixed agenda.

    Her New York licensing is LMHC, which she uses as the foundation for ongoing clinical work. To begin, she asks clients to identify one or two practical problems to focus on, then she helps turn those into small, achievable steps. The emphasis is on steady progress and clearer everyday coping.

  2. How Diana’s approaches translate to online work

    Motivational Interviewing focuses on finding a person's own reasons for change and building motivation one step at a time. It is useful when someone feels stuck or unsure how to begin changing habits or making decisions.

    Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and meeting people where they are. The therapist reflects back what is said and helps clients feel understood so they can explore feelings and priorities at their own pace.

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and workplace stress because it gives concrete tools to practice between sessions.

    Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Diana will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, and then shape sessions collaboratively. The plan can change as needs evolve, with regular check-ins about progress.

    Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also gives chances to practice skills in day-to-day life and bring questions back to the next session for feedback.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes

    Also works with

    Relationship issues

    Additional focus areas

    Divorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsForgivenessLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    20+ years

    Listed in

    New York

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns can Diana help with?

    She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship strain, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include divorce and separation, domestic violence, workplace issues, and social anxiety.

    What is her therapeutic style like?

    Her style combines Motivational Interviewing and client-centered conversation with practical skills from CBT and mindfulness. Sessions aim to identify goals and build small, usable steps toward them.

    How much clinical experience does she have?

    Diana brings 20 years of professional experience working in mental health settings. That background informs her practical, steady approach to treatment.

    What credential does she hold and where is she located?

    She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, and practices in New York.

    Which languages are supported for sessions?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can international clients work with her?

    She does not accept international clients at this time.

    How are fees and payments handled?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I start a session with Diana?

    Choose the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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