- ACT
- CBT
- EMDR
About Deanna
Deanna Mullins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Idaho with 20 years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and anger. Deanna focuses on practical steps people can use day to day to manage strong feelings and regain a sense of control.
Her approach is straightforward and goal-oriented. She uses methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, EMDR, and Motivational Interviewing. Sessions emphasize noticing patterns, building small skills, and trying out new ways of responding to triggers.
Deanna aims to create a space where thoughts and feelings can be talked about without judgment. She works with clients to set clear goals and practice techniques between sessions. That often means experimenting with short exercises and reflecting on what helped.
She has worked across a range of concerns beyond core mood and trauma issues. Those include relationship strain, parenting challenges, addictions, self-esteem, ADHD, caregiver stress, chronic illness, end-of-life concerns, and issues common to veterans and first responders. Her background supports people facing big life changes as well as ongoing stressors.
Sessions are practical and paced to fit into busy lives. Deanna encourages concrete steps people can try right away. To get started she asks people to complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first session so they can identify priorities and a working plan.
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in practice helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings and then choose actions that match their values. Online sessions can introduce simple exercises to clarify values and plan small behavior changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and trying new behavioral experiments. That work often uses short worksheets, role plays, and between-session tasks that transfer well to remote sessions. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is aimed at reducing the hold of traumatic memories by combining focused recall with specific bilateral stimulation; therapists adapt pacing and grounding techniques for an online setting.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Deanna will help clients identify which methods fit their goals and preferences and adjust as therapy progresses. The first sessions typically focus on priorities and a clear plan so later sessions can focus on practice and progress.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules by removing commute time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and letting people use tools like worksheets or guided mindfulness during the session. Licensed professionals can also adapt techniques for quieter surroundings, lower bandwidth, or sessions where being on camera is not required, depending on the agreed format.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Idaho, Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which kinds of anger problems does she address?
She works with anger related to relationships, work frustration, built-up resentment, and reactions after trauma.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is practical and goal-focused, with short exercises and behavior changes to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she bring?
She has 20 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, and related concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Idaho and Oregon and practices from Idaho.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the profile.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.