Diane Hicks Brown, LCSW

Diane Hicks Brown is a Virginia-based therapist with 38 years of professional experience who brings consistent compassion and sensitivity to her work. She holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and uses that background to support people coping with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression.

Diane works collaboratively with each person to tailor conversations and develop a treatment plan that reflects unique needs and goals. She has particular experience helping clients build motivation and confidence while addressing issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, control struggles, loneliness, mood disorders, social anxiety, and workplace stress.

Her approach emphasizes respect and responsiveness, adapting techniques to fit the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. Diane acknowledges that beginning therapy requires courage and affirms the importance of that first step for anyone seeking support.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Care

Diane employs evidence-based therapeutic techniques that are tailored to address common concerns such as anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. One approach uses cognitive and behavioral strategies to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical coping skills that reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Another focus is trauma-informed work that acknowledges the impact of past trauma and helps clients build safety, emotional regulation, and resilience when addressing trauma and abuse.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Diane works with each client to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, and then adapts evidence-based methods to fit the individual rather than applying a single method for everyone.

Online therapy with Diane is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility concerns, or geographic constraints. These options allow clients to receive consistent support in ways that fit their daily lives while working with licensed professionals and therapists who adapt treatment to meet personal goals.