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Diane Poehlman, LMHC

Helping people move past anxiety and stress

30 years in practice · based in Florida · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Diane

Diane Poehlman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 30 years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, relationship strain, and other life stresses. Diane aims to help clients clear the roadblocks that stop them from moving forward and create a life that feels more satisfying.

She draws on decades of work in inpatient and outpatient programs, group homes, foster care settings, and juvenile justice services.

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Background and approach

That range of experience exposed her to many life situations and viewpoints, and it shaped a practical, down-to-earth approach. Diane uses tools that help clients set and reach clear goals and solve immediate problems. In session she helps people identify patterns from the past that still influence how they feel and act today.

Then she works with them to try different ways of thinking and behaving that support healthier choices. She emphasizes building specific skills for coping, self-soothing, and communication. Diane integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, mindfulness practices, and Narrative Therapy when they fit the person's needs.

She balances skill teaching with attention to emotion and personal story, adapting methods to practical goals. She offers sessions in English and works with clients in Florida and internationally. Online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different schedules and preferences.

Approaches that translate to online sessions

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of thinking and acting. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and habits that get in the way of daily life.

DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, teaches practical skills for managing strong emotions, improving relationships, and tolerating distress. It can be useful for people who struggle with intense moods or patterns of reactivity.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on how emotions shape connections and personal meaning. It helps people understand core feelings and shift patterns that hurt relationships or self-worth.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Diane will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan over time based on what is working.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and situations. Video is good for deeper conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions work when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and messaging let people share thoughts between sessions or connect when typing feels easier. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, caregiving, or travel.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does Diane commonly help with?
Diane works with people facing anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, relationship and family strain, eating and sleeping problems, and stress related to life changes.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is practical and skills-based, with attention to feelings and personal history. Diane blends problem-solving with emotional work to help clients make concrete changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has 30 years of clinical experience across inpatient and outpatient care, group homes, foster care, and juvenile justice settings.
What credentials and region does she practice in?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, practicing in Florida.
Which languages and international options are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Diane accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Diane?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

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Experience
30 years
Licensed
Florida
Languages
English

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