Business Details
17 Years
experience
Expert Mental Health Counseling Services in Nashua, NH
Founded in 2009, Southern NH Counseling Center has been dedicated to providing compassionate and evidence-based mental health support for adults navigating life's challenges. Our practice, led by Dr. DiAnne Proctor, specializes in individual and group counseling, with a focus on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to address anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. With over 15 years of clinical experience, including advanced training at McLean Hospital and Rivier University, we create a safe, therapeutic environment to foster personal growth and emotional resilience.Our services integrate cutting-edge techniques validated by research, such as the proven effectiveness of combined individual and group therapy models. We prioritize accessibility through flexible telehealth options while maintaining rigorous professional standards through certifications in DBT and Group Psychotherapy. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through measurable outcomes, including significant symptom reduction for clients participating in our structured 24-week DBT programs.
Services
Individual Counseling
Group Therapy
DBT Programs
Couples Counseling
Telehealth Services
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of clinical experience in evidence-based mental health treatment
- Our therapists hold advanced certifications in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Group Psychotherapy
- We implement research-validated approaches showing 3x greater symptom reduction with combined therapy
- Flexible telehealth options available for individual and group counseling sessions
- Our 24-week DBT program includes structured skill development in emotion regulation and mindfulness
Services
Individual Counseling
Personalized one-on-one therapy sessions addressing anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Our licensed clinicians use evidence-based techniques to develop coping strategies tailored to individual needs. Clients receive focused attention to navigate personal challenges and build emotional resilience through structured treatment plans.
Group Therapy
Structured group sessions fostering peer support and skill development. Research shows participants attending 12+ sessions demonstrate significant clinical improvement. Groups focus on communication, emotional regulation, and building healthy relationships through guided therapeutic activities led by experienced counselors.
DBT Programs
24-week Dialectical Behavior Therapy programs teaching emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness. Certified therapists guide clients through four core modules with measurable outcomes. The curriculum includes weekly skill-building sessions and biweekly reinforcement groups to maintain progress and application in daily life.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy addressing relationship challenges and communication breakdowns. Our approach helps couples develop conflict resolution skills and establish healthy boundaries. Sessions focus on improving emotional connection and creating mutually satisfying relationship dynamics through structured therapeutic interventions.
Telehealth Services
Secure online counseling options for individual and group sessions. Telehealth maintains the same therapeutic quality as in-person visits with added convenience. This service ensures continuity of care for clients with scheduling challenges or mobility limitations while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
People
DiAnne Proctor
Founder & Lead Counselor
Dr. DiAnne Proctor, Ed.D, LCMHC, specializes in DBT and group therapy with 15+ years of clinical experience. She developed a 22-group program at a community agency before establishing this private practice. Her research focuses on graduate training in group counseling.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual counseling, group therapy, and specialized Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) programs for adults managing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Do you offer telehealth counseling options?
Yes, we offer secure telehealth sessions for both individual and group counseling to accommodate client needs and ensure continuity of care.
What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy?
DBT is an evidence-based treatment focusing on emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills to help manage mental health challenges.
How long are counseling sessions?
Individual sessions last 50 minutes, couples sessions 60 minutes, and group sessions typically run 60 minutes with some specialized groups lasting 55 minutes.
What are your payment options?
We accept private payment with fees ranging from $50 for group sessions to $190 for couples counseling. Payment details are discussed during initial consultation.
