- Strength-based guidance
- Sleep and rest focus
- Trauma-informed approach
About Dana
Dana DeHart, LPC, brings over two decades of clinical experience to her practice in Virginia. She focuses on practical support for common struggles like stress, anxiety, sleep problems, low self-esteem, and mood concerns. Dana approaches each person as the expert on their own life and looks for strengths to build on. She describes therapy as a team effort and offers steady, down-to-earth guidance.
Her work covers a wide range of concerns including trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, grief, parenting stress, and career or life transitions. She uses straightforward conversation and goal-focused strategies to help people make small, useful changes. Sessions are aimed at clear steps rather than abstract theory.
Dana uses a mix of methods tailored to the person in front of her. She draws on client-centered techniques to follow a person's priorities, cognitive behavioral methods to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and EMDR for processing traumatic memories when appropriate. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused tools help with building momentum and practical plans.
Her style is frequently described as supportive and genuine. She checks messages early in the morning and again late in the afternoon. Folks who prefer guidance that is warm, straightforward, and focused on actionable next steps may find her approach a good fit.
Before scheduling, people should confirm current session formats and logistics. Dana accepts international clients and works with adults seeking help for the concerns listed above.
How Dana Uses Practical Therapies Online
Client-centered therapy is about following the person's lead. The therapist listens closely, reflects what she hears, and helps people set goals that matter to them. This approach is useful for anyone who needs a respectful, nonjudgmental space to sort priorities.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of thinking and acting. It is often used for anxiety, sleep problems, low mood, and patterns that get in the way of daily life. EMDR, or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, involves structured processing of distressing memories and can be offered when trauma is part of the picture.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Dana will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and comfort level. She adapts techniques over time and checks in to see what is helping and what needs to change.
Confirm the current session options before booking so you know which formats are available. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, shorten travel time, and allow for quicker check-ins around work or family responsibilities. It also lets people access a licensed professional in Virginia from different locations, including international settings, with scheduling tailored to individual needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
21+ years
Credentials
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Dana help with?
Dana works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting stress, anger, career changes, bipolar symptoms, and ADHD-related challenges.
What is Dana's therapy style like?
Her style is down-to-earth and supportive. She focuses on practical steps, follows the client's priorities, and combines different approaches to match what the person needs.
How long has Dana been practicing?
She has 21 years of professional experience working with adults on a variety of mental health and life challenges.
What are Dana's credentials and where is she based?
Dana holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and she practices in Virginia.
Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients supported?
Yes, Dana accepts international clients. Confirm any time zone or scheduling details when you arrange sessions.
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. Confirm current pricing before booking.
How do I begin working with Dana?
Click the Start Therapy button, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability and your preferences.