I am a professional counselor licensed in Wisconsin who has over ten years of experience working with individuals from a variety of ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. I have experience working with survivors of sexual and physical trauma, persons of color, and members of the LGBTQ community. With regard to specific conditions I have helped clients with, I have helped clients address conflicts surrounding sexual identity, feelings of marginalization, social identity, anxiety, depression, and PTSD, I have also worked with clients dealing with parenting issues, career concerns, and grief and loss. I believe in a holistic approach to wellness and focus on treating the mind, body and spirit. My counseling style is integrative, utilizing aspects of person-centered therapy, CBT, trauma informed care, and stages of change.
As the parent of a child with special needs I believe that I have knowledge and insight that may be helpful to those dealing with similar parenting challenges. I serve on the board of a non profit organization that assists families of children with special needs, most of whom are socioeconomically disadvantaged and Latino. In my free time I enjoy binge watching Jeopardy!, playing with my cat, and hosting parties for my friends and family. Regardless of your desire to seek help, I treat all of my clients with compassion, empathy and respect. My goal is to help empower you to live the best life you can, and I am excited to partner with you on that journey!
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Multicultural concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
WI LPC 5467-125
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It was so wonderful to talk with someone who understood where I was coming from. Our conversations just flowed and she helped me through so much. I am beyond grateful.
Written on Nov 14, 2022 after therapy with Deia for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and career difficulties
I appreciate Deia! She listens to what you have to say, then offers great feedback and support in return.
Written on Dec 30, 2021 after therapy with Deia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Deia, is an amazing therapist! She really listens to understand what your true needs are. In working with her in just 2 sessions I’ve already made so much progress with my controlling my anger. Couldn’t more highly recommend!
Written on Dec 19, 2021 after therapy with Deia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Deia is a great listener. She offers a generous array of insight and is easy to talk to.
Written on Oct 12, 2021 after therapy with Deia for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and career difficulties
She's very good at her job
Written on Oct 01, 2021 after therapy with Deia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion
I’ve had 2 sessions with Deia, but I can say that she definitely takes the time to listen and actively tries to help. She has sent me numerous informational videos and/or work sheets to help me understand what it is that I am going through. She is very disarming which is great and I really feel safe and secure discussing things with her.
Written on Sep 24, 2021 after therapy with Deia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders