- Trauma-focused care
- CBT and DBT skills
- EMDR and mindfulness
About Diana
Diana Johnstone is a Wisconsin-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 19 years of professional experience. She works with adults who face stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. Diana also addresses caregiver strain, communication problems, family of origin concerns, loneliness, and questions about life purpose.
She provides trauma-focused therapy for survivors of sexual abuse and assault, and supports people managing panic, dissociation, mood disorders, and post-traumatic stress. Her practice includes work around pregnancy and childbirth challenges, self-harm, guilt and shame, and rebuilding self-regard after difficult events.
Diana uses client-centered methods alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness techniques. In sessions she focuses on practical skill building, emotion regulation, and coping and relaxation strategies. Conversations tend to be straightforward and goal-oriented, aimed at small, manageable steps.
She emphasizes strengths and teaches skills clients can use between sessions. Many people come to her when they feel stuck after a change in work, relationships, or health and want help sorting next steps. Diana works collaboratively to identify which skills and methods fit each person’s situation.
Her approach is direct and pragmatic. Sessions include talking through current problems, practicing emotion regulation tools, and applying behavioral strategies to daily life. People who want clear techniques and steady support may find this style helpful.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. It aims to make sessions person-led, with the therapist asking questions and reflecting to clarify goals and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and panic. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that works with memories and responses to distressing events to reduce their emotional pull.Deciding which methods to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options and adapt plans based on the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. That conversation is part of the early sessions so people understand what to expect and can choose an approach they are comfortable with.
Session formats are not listed in the supplied profile, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find remote sessions helpful for fitting therapy into work and family schedules, shortening travel time, and making it easier to keep regular appointments. Some approaches involve brief skills practice or worksheets that translate well to remote sessions, while trauma-focused work may be paced to match a person’s readiness.
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
19+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, and depression, plus related issues such as caregiver stress, family problems, and life purpose.
How does she approach feeling stuck?
She uses client-centered conversations combined with practical skills from CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to help people break down problems into manageable steps.
What is her background and experience?
She has 19 years of professional experience offering trauma-focused work and support for mood and anxiety issues.
What credential and location are listed?
She is an LCSW licensed in Wisconsin and practices with that credential.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the provided profile.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.