Hello brave person seeking support,
My name is Dr. Diana Rowan and I have been a psychotherapist for more than 20 years. I can provide support around a variety of issues including life crises, depression, anxiety, problems in personal relationships, and career guidance. I believe that everyone can benefit from a safe space to engage in self-reflection and explore new ideas with a trusted person. I would like to be that therapeutic support for you and make sure you feel accepted, and never judged.
My approach to therapy is to take a “trauma-informed” view of each person, honoring all of the experiences you have lived through to bring you to this point. I like to partner with clients to capitalize on their strengths and explore new ways of looking at relationships, life events, and challenging situations.
I am a US Army veteran and therefore I work well with veterans and first responders, around issues with post-traumatic stress and “secondary trauma” (compassion fatigue). I also have expertise with working with people who are living with HIV and also with people who are current or former college or professional athletes. I am also open to work with all adults who are dealing with stress, feeling overwhelmed, confused, or who need an objective, trusted person with whom to discuss private issues.
Regarding my education, I earned a PhD in Social Work from University of Texas at Arlington and a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in North Carolina, since 2008.
I know that therapy is not “one size fits all” and I look forward to tailoring our work to topics and methods you prefer.
Dr. Rowan
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Blended family issues, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NC LCSW C006174
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Diana Rowan. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Dr. R is a skilled, perceptive, non-judgmental professional whom has made an incredible impact on my life. From our first session, she has helped me navigate and cope with the stresses of home, work and life. In addition, her insight has transferred over to the meaningful relationships that I continue to build with my children, friends, family and husband. I look forward to meeting with her regularly and she is a bright ray of sunshine that I love to start my day or week with. Thank you, Diana, for teaching me skills that have changed my life in a positive and purposeful way.
Written on Jun 14, 2021 after therapy with Diana for 3 months on issues concerning family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
I have benefitted greatly from my sessions with Dr Rowan
Written on May 14, 2021 after therapy with Diana for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Rowan has been amazing as long as I’ve been working with her. It’s only been a few months, but she has been so supportive and helpful through every situation and circumstance I’ve dealt with. She truly helps me see things from a level perspective, and I feel more equipped to deal with whatever life throws at me thanks to her expertise! I’m very grateful that her health paired me with her, she is amazing.
Written on May 05, 2021 after therapy with Diana for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Dr, Rowan is kind, knowledgeable, and supportive. It's been a blessing to have her in my corner.
Written on Dec 31, 2020 after therapy with Diana for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and parenting issues
I have been working with Dr Rowan for 3 months. I am so grateful for the time I’ve spent working with her. I’ve met with her nearly every week on a video call. Our sessions have been amazing. She’s always on time and very professional. She’s incredibly perceptive. She always asks just the right questions and really makes me feel heard. She’s incredibly affirming and really has helped me develop the tools to find stability in my life. She shares great worksheets throughout the week that are always appropriate for my situation. The worksheets have helped me reflect during the week and have served as gentle reminders as I’ve developed better habits in my life. I’m very busy so I was worried, before I started, that virtual counseling would eat up too much of my time. On the contrary! Working with Dr. Rowan has actually freed up the time I used to spend worrying and stressing. She’s helped me prioritize the things that give me energy. As a result, I have a greater sense of balance than I’ve had in years. Dr. Rowan has plenty of experience and so many great ideas. She’s also an attentive listener. I am so thankful for Dr. Rowan’s understanding nature and patient guidance. I highly recommend working with her!
Written on Oct 12, 2020 after therapy with Diana for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and sleeping disorders
Dr. Rowan is a great professional. I feel understood. She is so respectful and knows how to ask and point out things in the right moment which is so helpful. She also gives me the right tools to deal with my problems. I feel so grateful.
Written on Aug 17, 2020 after therapy with Diana for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger management