DeAnna Christian, LISW - Therapist in Ohio

Warm and genuine
Practical skill building
Trauma informed

About DeAnna

DeAnna Christian is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) based in Ohio who helps people facing stress, sleep problems, anxiety, and life changes. She keeps sessions warm and straightforward, treating clients as whole people rather than labels. Her manner is genuine and respectful, aimed at building trust so practical work can begin.

With 17 years of experience as an independently licensed clinician, she has supported people dealing with depression, addiction, trauma, and relationship struggles. She also brings personal perspective from foster parenting and adoption, and from volunteer work as a Court Appointed Special Advocate. Those experiences inform how she listens and responds to family and caregiving concerns.

Her approach blends several well-known methods to match each person's needs. She uses client-centered principles to center the client's goals, cognitive behavioral techniques to address unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and dialectical skills for emotional regulation. She also incorporates mindfulness and EMDR where appropriate to address trauma and intense stress responses.

Sessions focus on clear, doable steps. Clients can expect to talk through current problems, practice skills between meetings, and set realistic goals one step at a time. DeAnna aims to make therapy feel practical and manageable for people juggling work, family, and health challenges.

Reaching out can feel hard, and she acknowledges that. If someone wants supportive, experienced guidance for sleep struggles, parenting strain, trauma, or coping with life transitions, DeAnna offers steady, compassionate care.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding each person's goals and priorities. Online sessions using this approach center the conversation on what matters most to the client and adapt pacing to their needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical tools for changing them; it often includes between-session exercises that fit well into a remote format. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, teaches skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships, with a focus on concrete strategies people can practice between meetings.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals, symptoms, and daily routines, and then recommend a blend of methods to try. That plan can change over time based on what helps the client make steady progress.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are scheduled. Many people find online work helps fit therapy into a busy life because it reduces travel time and makes it easier to schedule shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to practice skills between meetings and to bring real-life situations into conversation, which supports steady skill building and progress.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / loneliness Life purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

17+ years

Credentials

Ohio

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does DeAnna commonly help with?

She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, career and life changes, and parenting challenges.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is warm and genuine, with an emphasis on respect and sensitivity. She focuses on practical steps and skills while centering each person's goals.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 17 years of experience and has been independently licensed in Ohio since 2004.

What are her credentials and location?

She is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) practicing in Ohio.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.