LISW, LCSW

Dianna Zuniga, LISW, LCSW

Therapist in California

Dianna is a LISW, LCSW therapist in California.

21+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

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About Dianna

Dianna Zuniga is a licensed social worker who brings 21 years of clinical experience to her practice. She has provided individual, group, couples, and family counseling across a range of settings, including mental health clinics, a substance abuse clinic, and both public and private schools. Her training includes evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness-informed techniques.

She holds the credentials LISW and LCSW, which stand for Licensed Independent Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, respectively, indicating advanced social work licensure and clinical training. Dianna's style is described as warm and empathic; she meets people where they are and focuses on empowering clients to build practical skills for coping with life challenges. She emphasizes a respectful and nonjudgmental environment where exploration and growth are encouraged.

Dianna works collaboratively with clients to identify strategies and solutions that fit their lives and goals. Her aim is to help clients develop skills that support healing, resilience, and personal growth while navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, parenting concerns, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and other challenges.

Approaches That Inform Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people recognize and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors; it is often used to address anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching practical skills for everyday situations. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, combines acceptance and change strategies and focuses on skills like emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for intense emotions and relationship difficulties. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing traumatic experiences and building coping strategies to reduce the ongoing impact of past trauma while supporting recovery and resilience.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dianna works with clients to understand their needs, goals, and preferences and tailors or combines methods to fit each person rather than relying on a single technique. Licensed professionals and therapists can adjust the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call or phone allow face-to-face connection from home, while live chat and text-based messaging provide options for shorter check-ins or for people who prefer written communication. These formats make regular therapy more accessible and easier to fit into busy lives, while still allowing therapists to teach skills, track progress, and work toward clients' goals.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Dianna Zuniga have?

Dianna Zuniga has 21 years of experience.

Is Dianna Zuniga a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LISW and LCSW. License details: OH LISW I.2304309, CA LCSW 25822.

In which languages does Dianna Zuniga provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Dianna Zuniga located?

Dianna Zuniga is located in California.

How can I work with Dianna Zuniga as my therapist?

You can work with Dianna Zuniga through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dianna Zuniga work with international clients?

Dianna Zuniga does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dianna Zuniga cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.