- Men's wellbeing
- Addiction support
- Relationship focus
About Dianna
Dianna Privitt is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people facing addiction, relationship strain, grief, trauma, anxiety, and low self-esteem. She also supports those dealing with parenting stress, intimacy concerns, mood challenges like depression and bipolar disorder, and issues related to LGBT identity. Dianna practices in California and offers care in English.
She aims to make sessions feel open and nonjudgmental so people can say what they really think and feel. Dianna encourages small, practical steps that fit into everyday life rather than big, sudden changes. Her style centers on listening closely and tailoring the work to each person's needs.
Dianna draws from approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based methods, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, client-centered work, and existential ideas. She uses these to help people clarify values, improve important relationships, and process painful events. Conversations may focus on how feelings show up in relationships and how to build clearer, steadier ways of coping.
With six years of experience as an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - she brings a calm, steady presence to the room. Sessions are intended to be collaborative, with the client and therapist setting goals together. Dianna supports people through life transitions, caregiving strain, body-image and eating concerns, chronic illness challenges, and codependency patterns.
To begin, people select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability. The subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time.
How Dianna’s approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take actions that match their values. This can be useful for anxiety, addiction, and life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationship patterns shape current bonds and comfort with closeness, which helps with relationship and intimacy concerns. Client-Centered Therapy centers on empathic listening and unconditional regard to help people feel understood and then explore their own solutions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Dianna will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, preferences, and the issues they bring. That can mean trying one approach for a while and adjusting as needs change.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many clients find that online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins during a busy day. Some formats require less bandwidth or camera use and can be a better match for shorter check-ins or those with limited time. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to remote sessions while focusing on practical skills and relationship patterns that carry over into daily life.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Dianna supports people with addictions, relationship and family conflict, trauma and abuse, grief, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues, among other concerns listed in her specialties.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She works in an open, nonjudgmental manner and focuses on listening closely. Sessions emphasize practical steps and collaborative goal setting.
What is her background and experience?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with six years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and relational issues.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She holds a CA LMFT license and is based in California.
In which languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to start therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.