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Dianna Privitt, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Dianna is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Dianna. View 32 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

She is very kind and intentional about her words and the manner in which she listens.

Reviewed November 2024

I love working with Dianna. This experience has far exceeded my expectations, and because she is so helpful, insightful, observant and caring, I feel encouraged after each session and more and more committed to stay with this. My stuff isn’t easy, but I trust her and am willing to keep diving into the deep end. ❤️‍

Reviewed September 2024

More about Dianna

  • 6 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMFT

I am licensed in California with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Stress Anxiety LGBT Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Bipolar disorder Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Expats Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hearing impaired HIV / AIDS Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Military and veterans issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Traumatic brain injury Trichotillomania Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Gottman Method
  • Imago Relationship Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Dianna Privitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639525264.

  • LMFT · California · 131286 · Expires February 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Dianna Privitt

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

32 reviews

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She is very kind and intentional about her words and the manner in which she listens.

Reviewed November 2024

I love working with Dianna. This experience has far exceeded my expectations, and because she is so helpful, insightful, observant and caring, I feel encouraged after each session and more and more committed to stay with this. My stuff isn’t easy, but I trust her and am willing to keep diving into the deep end. ❤️‍

Reviewed September 2024

BetterHelp is a great website! I have been needing therapy for a while.... When i finally signed up, a therapist found me pretty quickly. And with the understanding that i am here to learn more about myself and how to better be a better human being. I understood that there is a place for me there is a reason and a time for me to share what is most important. I am happy for Better help I am happy for the support and i am happy to be growing as a human being! THANK YOU BETTERHELP!! AND THANK YOU TO DIANNA!

Reviewed June 2024

Dianna has been instrumental in my journey of growth. She has the best advice that I often half-joke that I am going to needle-point on a pillow. Dianna is professional, brilliant, and a kind listener.

Reviewed June 2024

(I previously provided a review and I still hold Dianna in the highest regard - she is wonderful in all ways. )

Reviewed May 2024

Dianna is one of the kindest, compassionate, patient and wise women I have had the pleasure of meeting. She was encouraging, and patient, and could also lovingly challenge me in areas that I could grow in. With still a high level of professionalism, in a unique way, she's become not only a mentor, but a friend.

Reviewed May 2024

Dianna is such a great listener, tough love advisor, and partner on my wellness journey. She responds to all my messages, encourages me to try new methods and mindsets, and we even are able to be light-hearted about some pretty heavy stuff. I am so lucky I found her and can't even quantify how much better she makes my self-esteem, stress, life and relationships!

Reviewed February 2024

I am very surprised at how easy it is to use the BetterHelp counseling service. Dianna Privitt is the therapist for me, she is amazingly insightful and on point, and I feel very safe and supported.

Reviewed February 2024

I swear, Dianna is heaven-sent. I feel heard, seen, and understood by Dianna. I feel like our sessions have constructive dialogue that helps me to grow in ways I had never imagined I could. It has not even been a year yet, but I have made so much progress with her. I feel super grateful to have Dianna as a therapist

Reviewed February 2024

Dianna is kind, caring, supportive, respectful, and knowledgable. She has excellent recall of things I’ve told her before and I feel like each session gets more valuable the more she gets to know me, my story, and my perspective. She challenges me in all the right ways without ever making me feel misunderstood or invalidated. I sometimes go into these sessions not knowing what to talk about, convinced that I’m fine and everything is normal. But that never lasts. Dianna is skilled at making a deep and profound conversation out of anything. Nothing is ever just a simple check in. And I love that. As someone who has a hard time making myself the center of attention, I appreciate a therapist that knows how to gently encourage me to open up and take that space. These sessions are making me a better person. Highly recommended.

Reviewed February 2024

Dianna is a gifted therapist. Never before have I received the level of support and understanding that she provides. She provides the safe space necessary to have effective counseling. With Dianna, I received tools to manage my situation. She is skilled at assessing circumstances and people so time is never wasted and sessions are always productive. 10/10 all around - Dianna is the BEST!

Reviewed January 2024

Dianna is an amazing therapist. She is both kind and gentle but also not afraid to give me the push back that I often need. I am very glad she's been with me during this time of struggle and effort.

Reviewed December 2023

Dianna is amazing and offers great insight and suggestions

Reviewed December 2023

Dianna is amazing. We were matched within 24 hours of my joining BetterHelp, and I haven’t looked back. It will be bittersweet when I graduate from therapy as she has quickly become a close confidant. I trust her completely.

Reviewed November 2023

She’s wonderful. Kind, caring, and empathetic.

Reviewed August 2023

She is AMAZING! So insightful, kind, and respectful. Knowledgeable, patience, and open minded.

Reviewed August 2023

Dianna is amazing! Highly recommend.

Reviewed June 2023

Dianna is one of the best therapists I’ve ever had. After ten months of working together I’m more thrilled than ever about the progress we’ve made, and amazed at her talent and skills as a therapist. I owe so much of my happiness to the work we’ve done.

Reviewed May 2023

I look forward to speaking with Diana at each session. She is so conforting.

Reviewed March 2023

I feel very blessed to have been matched with Dianna! She's a very gifted therapist. I feel well supported by her during my current life challenges. Very pleased as well with the Better Help format. Thank you Dianna & BH!

Reviewed April 2023

I haven’t had my appointment yet. But she helped me last time and was wonderful. Very kind and very caring.

Reviewed February 2023

Diana is amazing!

Reviewed January 2023

Dianna is absolutely amazing. She helped me pinpoint the roots of key issues I was struggling with and guided me through the process of resolving them. There was a lot of pain and discomfort I had to sit in and feel to get there but Dianna always knew when to dig a little deeper and when to give me the space I needed to process and grieve. She made me feel so safe in our sessions. She’s very easy to open up to and be comfortable with. I would recommend her as a therapist to anyone I know who is genuinely looking to do their work and grow as an individual.

Reviewed January 2023

I was lucky enough to be matched with Dianna, and am so grateful. She makes me feel like I am heard and seen. She's very interactive and gives useful feedback and recommendations in how to deal with my concerns. What a blessing she is to me and I'm sure, so many others.

Reviewed December 2022

Dianna is an attentive listener and respectful in helping you through your journey of healing. I have found her to be open and a safe place without judgement. I find myself being more open to her as my real authentic self with each visit. Dianna is easy to be honest and open with. I used to dread therapy now I look forward to my interaction and healing process with Dianna. I appreciate her in put and insight.

Reviewed December 2022

My therapist is amazing!

Reviewed November 2022

Diana is very easy to talk with. I'm so glad I was matched up with her.

Reviewed November 2022

I have only had two sessions with Diana, and I have opened up and talked more than I ever have with any other therapist. Part of the reason for this is how she leads, asks questions, and tries to cover everything, even what you aren't saying. She is very professional, kind, and understanding. I feel that I will finally get somewhere with her as my therapist.

Reviewed November 2022

Dianna is not only an empathetic and active listener, but she also has an incredible ability to connect the dots, see patterns and relationships, and then provide new perspectives. In just a few sessions, she has given me effective and longlasting tools to manage my emotional responses, and has helped me to untangle some of the most challenging issues that have held me back for a long time. I cannot recommend her highly enough for her warmth, empathy, professionalism, and skills, and will not hesitate to engage her services again.

Reviewed November 2022

Dianna‘s greatest strength is her compassion. She listens she empathizes she reiterates for understanding and through wisdom offers a perspective that allows you to approach the situation like you never have before. I highly recommend Dianna as a therapist she is truly a godsend.

Reviewed September 2022

Dianna's been amazing so far. I would highly recommend her and this app to anyone.

Reviewed August 2022

I chose Dianna as a therapist after deciding to switch from the one I had been matched with. If you are matched with her, consider yourself lucky! She offers a tremendous depth of presence, reflection, and is gifted in her ability to connect your goals with a strategy of awareness, empowerment, and perspective in respect to the totality of your history, patterns, and intention. She is warm, empathetic, and nonjudgemental, while cultivating a space of growth. Her guidance helps me to connect to a bigger picture beyond my experience in a way that is gentle and kind, without skimping on my truth, a greater truth, and the truth of others. Five stars. She is the reason I recommend BetterHelp to my friends and family.

Reviewed August 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dianna Privitt offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dianna Privitt works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dianna Privitt speak?

Dianna Privitt speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dianna Privitt have?

Dianna Privitt has 6 years of experience.

Where is Dianna Privitt licensed to practice?

Dianna Privitt is licensed to practice in California.

Does Dianna Privitt accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dianna Privitt does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dianna Privitt offer?

Dianna Privitt offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Imago Relationship Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Dianna Privitt?

Dianna Privitt can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dianna Privitt?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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