- Client-centered focus
- Skills-based tools
- Performance psychology
About Dianna
Dianna Roland-Sumlin is a licensed clinical social worker with 14 years of experience in Florida. She guides people through stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and life transitions. Dianna blends practical strategies with compassionate listening so clients can make clearer decisions about next steps.
She draws on client-centered methods to center each person's goals and values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques are used to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness practices are added when people need skills for emotion regulation and staying present.
Dianna also brings experience in sports and performance psychology, which can help people who want to manage pressure and perform better under stress. That background informs short exercises and routines that translate to everyday life. She often includes guided mindfulness or focused practice during sessions.
The therapist works with topics such as ADHD, codependency, attachment and abandonment concerns, gender dysphoria, grief, and compassion fatigue. She helps people name patterns, try small changes, and track progress between meetings.
Dianna asks clients to take an active role in their plan of care. Sessions focus on clear goals, practical tools, and checking what is and isn’t working. She offers a collaborative space for people to rebuild confidence and move toward the life they want.
How therapeutic approaches fit into online care
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and collaboration. The therapist follows what matters most to the person and helps set goals that feel right for them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. DBT skill work teaches practical tools for managing intense emotions, staying present, and improving relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and try methods that match the client's needs, goals, and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change over time as progress is reviewed.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when a full hour isn't needed. It also supports using guided mindfulness exercises, skill practice, and behavior experiments between meetings. Ask about the current session types when you schedule to find the best fit for your routine and needs.
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Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist address?
The therapist works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, ADHD, and related issues such as codependency, attachment, and abandonment.
What style of therapy can I expect?
Sessions use client-centered listening alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to set goals and build practical skills.
How much experience does the therapist have?
Dianna has 14 years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns and populations in Florida.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LCSW credential and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.
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