- Practical next steps
- Neurodivergent ally
- Focus on relationships
About Tiana
Tiana Burdick, LCSW, welcomes people who feel stuck at a crossroads in life and want practical help moving forward. She writes in plain terms and focuses on what to do next rather than jargon. Her approach is warm and direct, aimed at people facing big changes, ongoing stress, or a crisis point.
She brings nine years of clinical experience, including years in mobile crisis work with children and adults. That work gave her a close look at how family dynamics shift during major life events. It also shaped how she responds when someone is overwhelmed and needs steady, practical support.
She earned a Master of Social Work after studying at the University of Connecticut and Southern Connecticut State University. In addition to crisis response, she has more than three years of experience working with people on the autism spectrum. Tiana identifies as neurodivergent and describes her work with other neurodivergent people as creative and niche-focused.
Typical concerns she addresses include anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and stress from life transitions. She also helps people struggling with codependency, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, grief, ADHD, and career stress. Sessions focus on clear goals and doable steps rather than long theoretical discussions.
Tiana combines client-centered conversation with practical techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral and mindfulness approaches. She also uses elements of dialectical behavior therapy and Gottman-informed ideas when they fit the client's needs. She invites people to explore realistic changes and to build skills for day-to-day life.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what the person needs in the moment. It helps when someone wants a supportive space to sort out feelings and set practical goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaches clear strategies to change them; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches skills for regulating emotions and handling intense moments, which can help with strong reactions and relationship strain.Choosing an approach is a joint process. Tiana works with each person to figure out which methods fit their situation and goals. She adapts techniques based on what the person finds useful and what feels manageable in day-to-day life.
The practical upside of online therapy is that it can fit more easily into a busy life. It can reduce travel time and make scheduling simpler so sessions can happen during a work break or between other obligations. This biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. In general, online work lets therapists focus on homework, skill practice, and short check-ins that keep progress moving forward without needing long in-person visits.
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Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Connecticut
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, codependency, and many relationship and life-change concerns.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is direct and client-centered, focusing on clear goals and practical steps. She blends conversation with skills-based techniques.
What is her clinical background?
She has nine years of clinical experience, including mobile crisis work with children and adults and over three years working with people on the autism spectrum.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds a Connecticut Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential (LCSW) and is based in Connecticut.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats does she offer?
Session formats are not specified in this biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for therapy with her?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to see her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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