- 35 years experience
- LMHC
- Warm listening approach
About Diana
Diana Elstad is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 35 years of experience. She helps people who are struggling with sleep problems, addiction and recovery, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, and stress. She aims to listen carefully and respond with warmth and respect so people feel heard.
Diana has worked in community clinics, treatment centers, hospitals, and private practice across Washington. That range of settings means she has supported people through many life changes and crises, including issues related to trauma, abuse, parenting, caregiving, and aging. She also has experience with substance use and eating concerns.
Her counseling style is eclectic. She draws on Client-Centered Therapy, cognitive behavioral ideas, dialectical behavior strategies, motivational interviewing, and narrative approaches. In sessions she focuses on clear, practical steps as well as exploring personal stories and values.
People meet Diana to talk through bedtime routines, racing thoughts that interfere with sleep, urges tied to substance use, or painful relationship patterns. She listens for the concerns beneath the immediate problem and works with each person to set realistic goals and small changes that fit their life.
Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. Diana tries to be fully present and to meet each person where they are. She invites prospective clients to try a conversation and see if the approach feels like a good fit.
How Diana's Approaches Work Online
Diana uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in ways that translate well to a conversation-based setting. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, understanding each person's perspective, and responding with empathy to help people feel seen and heard. It is useful for processing grief, relationship concerns, and worries about rest or sleep. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect feelings and functioning; it involves identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and practicing small behavior changes to improve sleep, mood, and stress.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Diana will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and will adapt techniques from different approaches to fit those needs. The process is collaborative and paced to what feels manageable for the client.
Session formats are not specified in the source biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people practice sleep routines or coping tools in their usual environment while getting feedback. Licensed professionals can tailor exercises and homework to suit each person's schedule and daily life.
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Experience
35+ years
Credentials
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Diana help with?
Diana supports people facing sleep and rest problems as well as addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship and family challenges, eating and intimacy issues, and other life stresses.
What is her counseling style like?
She takes an eclectic, client-centered approach that is warm and respectful. Sessions are conversational and focus on listening, practical steps, and personal meaning.
How much experience does she have?
She has 35 years of experience working in clinics, treatment centers, hospitals, and private practice across Washington.
What are Diana's credentials and location?
She is a licensed mental health counselor - LMHC - practicing in Washington.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
Diana does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
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?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.