- ACT and CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Client-centered care
About Diane
Diane McCollum is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Texas with 20 years of experience. She works with adults and children on issues such as trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, self-esteem, grief, and relationship concerns. Diane approaches therapy as a collaborative process and asks clients to set their own goals for change.
She draws on a range of approaches including acceptance and commitment strategies, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, existential thinking, and client-centered care. In sessions she emphasizes clear communication, mutual respect, and well-defined boundaries. Diane describes therapy as a place to look at how the past may influence the present and to develop practical steps forward.
Her background includes work in multiple settings over two decades, giving her experience with caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, blended family issues, and aging and geriatric concerns. She also addresses areas like codependency, communication problems, and life transitions such as divorce or separation. Diane encourages clients to set treatment goals that match their priorities and day-to-day realities.
Therapy with Diane combines practical tools and reflective conversation. She aims to help people notice patterns, try new behaviors, and adjust goals as progress is made. She also emphasizes learning together - the therapist and client both examine challenges and responses to find workable next steps.
Diane uses plain language in sessions and focuses on real-world changes rather than technical labels. People who prefer direct communication and an approach that mixes skill-building with deeper reflection tend to find this style helpful.
Approaches Diane Uses and how online sessions work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful when anxiety or avoidance get in the way of meaningful activities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and offers practical exercises to test and change unhelpful patterns. It often helps with anxiety, low mood, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and building a respectful therapeutic relationship so clients can explore goals and make their own choices.Figuring out which approach fits best is part of the work. Diane will collaborate with each person to decide which methods to try, based on their concerns, goals, and preferences. That plan can change as progress is made and new priorities emerge.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy around work, caregiving, or busy schedules because they reduce travel and can be scheduled more flexibly. Other practical benefits include shorter check-ins between longer visits and easier access to sessions from different locations when needed. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and client-centered techniques to work in virtual appointments, focusing on skills practice and reflection that carry over into daily life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
Diane works with trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, self-esteem, grief, relationship and family concerns, and related issues listed in her profile.
What is her style in therapy?
She uses a mix of client-centered conversation, practical skills, and reflective approaches. Sessions focus on clear communication, mutual respect, and agreed goals.
How long has she practiced counseling?
She has 20 years of experience working in multiple settings with adults and children.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LPC and an LMFT licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Does she conduct sessions in other languages or work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats does she offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the profile.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.