Diana Chavez, LCPC, EMDR Trained

(She/Her)

Therapy for teens and adults navigating anxiety, perfectionism, and feeling “not enough.”

I work with teens, college students, and adults who feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, overthinking, and self-doubt. Many of my clients look like they’re managing on the outside but feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure of themselves internally. Together, we create space to slow down, understand what’s driving these patterns, and build a more grounded, self-trusting way of living.

Specialties:

  • Trauma and EMDR
  • Body Image
  • Perfectionism
  • Overthinking, panic and chronic anxiety
  • Late-diagnosis ADHD

What To Expect

My style is warm, playful, and gently challenging. Clients often describe sessions as relieving and grounding—with moments that feel uncomfortable in a meaningful, growth-oriented way.

I focus on creating a space where you feel truly understood while also helping you look at patterns that may be keeping you stuck. I believe real change happens when you feel safe enough to be honest with yourself—and supported enough to try something different.

Sessions are collaborative and grounded in what feels most important to you that day. We’ll explore your thoughts, emotions, and patterns while also building practical tools you can use outside of session.

I tend to balance structure and openness—offering guidance when things feel overwhelming, while still leaving room for curiosity and exploration. If we’re using EMDR, sessions may be more structured to support deeper processing.

We Might Be a Fit If You Feel…

  • “I look like I’m doing fine on the outside, but inside I feel anxious, overwhelmed, or empty.”
  • “I’m exhausted from trying to be perfect and still feeling like I’m not enough.”
  • “I overanalyze every interaction and assume I did something wrong.”

I believe healing isn’t about “fixing” yourself—it’s about understanding your experiences with compassion and learning how to respond to them differently. My work draws from ACT, CBT, and EMDR to help you build self-trust, navigate overwhelming thoughts and emotions, and move toward a life that feels more aligned with your values.

I’m especially passionate about supporting clients navigate intersecting identities, cultural expectations, and internal pressures that can feel heavy. As a daughter of immigrants, I bring cultural awareness into the therapy space and aim to create an environment where all parts of you feel welcome.

Outside of therapy, I’m usually with my partner and my sassy (and very attached) wiener dog, exploring new coffee shops or restaurants in the city.

If you’re ready to quiet the inner critic, understand your patterns, and start showing up with more self-trust, I’d be glad to work with you.

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