Diane Paseos
LICSW, LCSW
Massachusetts
Practical, goal-focused therapy for adults
Continue with DianeAt a glance
- Credentials
- LICSW, LCSW
- License
- LICSW, Massachusetts / 114447; LCSW, Connecticut / 58.005515; LCSW-C, Maryland / 28544; LCSW, Virginia / 0904016437
- NPI
- 1245460146
- Experience
- 25 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Massachusetts
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Motivation to change
- Mindful coping skills
- Realistic short-term goals
About Diane
Diane Paseos is a licensed social worker with 25 years of experience helping adults manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and life changes. She is known for a practical, down-to-earth style that focuses on clear goals and steady progress. Diane holds an MA and practices as a LICSW and LCSW in Massachusetts, and she works with people facing caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, and issues such as low self-esteem or sleep problems.
In sessions she uses straightforward methods drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to help people move past doubt and find motivation for change. Diane aims to keep conversations focused on what matters most to each person and on small steps that build momentum.
Her style is collaborative and warm. She listens first, then helps clients pick realistic strategies they can try between visits. Diane pays attention to life context, such as work demands, caregiving roles, or health limitations, when tailoring plans.
People often come for help with mood disorders, seasonal shifts, social anxiety, and the emotional strain of aging or end-of-life caregiving. Diane combines problem-focused techniques with acceptance-based skills to address both symptoms and quality of life. Her approach emphasizes practical tools people can use right away.
She offers therapy in English and practices in Massachusetts. Prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions based on therapist availability. The subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time.
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How approaches like Motivational Interviewing and ACT work online
Motivational Interviewing helps people resolve mixed feelings about change by focusing conversation on their own reasons and goals. Online sessions can use that same gentle, goal-focused dialogue to help someone build commitment and try small changes. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) blends acceptance of difficult thoughts with actions that match a person's values. In virtual sessions Diane can teach simple exercises to notice thoughts and choose value-driven steps at home. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's experience and priorities, giving them space to be heard while the therapist reflects and supports their choices.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Diane aims to collaborate with each person to see which methods fit their needs, goals, and day-to-day life. She adjusts strategies based on how someone responds and what feels most helpful in the weeks that follow.
Confirm the current session options before booking to know which formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins when a longer visit is difficult. Some people find phone check-ins useful for lower-bandwidth moments or short updates, while full video sessions can be better for deeper skill practice and exercises. The focus is on making therapy practical and workable for everyday life. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityEmptinessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issuesTherapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyExperience
25+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Diane commonly address
Diane helps adults facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, sleep difficulties, self-esteem struggles, career-related stress, and bipolar-related issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style
Her approach is warm, practical, and collaborative. She focuses on listening first, setting clear goals, and trying small, manageable steps between sessions.
What is her professional background
She has 25 years of clinical experience and holds an MA in social work. Her work includes supporting people with caregiver stress, chronic illness, and mood concerns.
What credentials and location are on record
She is listed as MA LICSW and VA LCSW and practices in Massachusetts.
In which languages can sessions be held
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can I work with her from another country
International clients are not currently accepted. Prospective clients should plan to work with a therapist licensed to serve their region.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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