- CBT strategies
- Mindfulness practice
- Client centered
About Diann
Diann Toney is a Florida LMHC with eight years of clinical experience. She helps people manage depression, anxiety, trauma and anger, and supports those facing grief, stress, addiction, and self-esteem struggles.
She uses clear, practical conversation to help people make sense of their reactions and choices. Sessions focus on noticing what leads to outbursts, learning concrete ways to respond differently, and building steadier routines that reduce pressure. The aim is better daily functioning rather than quick fixes.
Her approach mixes client-centered methods with cognitive behavioral tools and mindfulness practice. That means Diann listens to each person’s concerns, then uses straightforward exercises to change unhelpful thinking and practice calmer responses. Mindfulness is used to increase awareness of bodily signals before tension escalates.
She also draws on motivational interviewing to support change when someone feels stuck. This helps people clarify what matters to them and set manageable goals. Narrative techniques are sometimes used to reframe difficult past events so they feel less controlling in the present.
Sessions are practical and focused on skills people can apply between meetings. Diann encourages short experiments at home to test what works and what does not. People who want a therapist that works in a direct, problem-solving way will find this approach straightforward and goal oriented.
How her approaches translate to online work
Diann uses client-centered therapy in sessions to listen closely and follow what matters most to each person. That approach helps people feel understood while they decide what to change and which skills to try.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify the thoughts and patterns that fuel anger. Sessions include short exercises and practical homework aimed at shifting those patterns and testing new ways of responding.
Mindfulness practice is taught in simple steps to increase awareness of bodily signs and early tension. Learning to notice those signals often makes it easier to choose calmer responses before frustration rises.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the first few appointments. The therapist works with clients to match techniques to their goals, preferences, and everyday routines so therapy feels useful and doable. This is a collaborative process that can shift over time as needs change.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow brief check-ins during a lunch break or between appointments. Therapists and licensed professionals generally aim to make sessions practical and convenient while focusing on clear goals and skill building.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does she address?
She works with anger related to trauma, grief, stress, relationship tension, and workplace frustration.
What is her therapy style like?
Diann uses a practical, conversational style that combines listening with concrete exercises to change thinking and behavior.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience as a licensed mental health counselor.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMHC licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by 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.