Diane Smith, LPC, LCPC

Diane Smith is a licensed professional counselor with six years of experience supporting people who are feeling stuck, stressed, or overwhelmed. She works in Oregon and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Diane keeps conversations respectful and direct so clients can move forward with confidence.

She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people notice patterns of thinking that keep problems going and practice different ways of responding. Diane also uses Client-Centered Therapy to create an open, nonjudgmental space where a person's goals guide the work. Sessions focus on clear goals and doable strategies rather than jargon.

Common topics she addresses include stress and anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem and self-love, career and workplace issues, and compassion fatigue. She also pays attention to communication problems, control issues, forgiveness, and questions related to autism and Asperger syndrome when those come up in a client's life.

Diane adapts conversations and plans to each person's situation. That might mean short practical exercises, focused skill practice between sessions, or simply working through a difficult decision together. She aims to make each step realistic so clients can try changes between meetings.

People who choose her can expect a calm, respectful approach and straightforward tools for daily life. Diane emphasizes small, steady progress and supports clients as they build new habits and clearer thinking.

How Diane Uses CBT and Client-Centered Work Online

Online sessions give Diane room to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in a practical way. CBT helps people notice automatic thoughts, test them, and try small behavior changes that reduce anxiety and improve mood. It often focuses on short exercises and homework that can be practiced between sessions.

She also brings Client-Centered Therapy to online meetings by listening closely and letting the client's goals lead the conversation. That approach emphasizes empathy and respect and helps people feel heard while they sort out priorities and make decisions.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. Diane will discuss your goals and preferences, then suggest ways of working that fit your needs. Together you can try techniques, adjust the plan, and choose what feels most helpful over time.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and skill practice. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and text messaging offer flexible, ongoing contact and quick support between meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day and keep progress moving forward.