Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Sonoma Therapist for Individual, Couples, and Grief Counseling
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience, I specialize in providing personalized psychotherapy solutions for individuals, couples, and families. My practice focuses on addressing anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, and parenting concerns through evidence-based approaches like Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy. With advanced training in conflict resolution and trauma-informed care, I help clients develop practical coping strategies while fostering self-acceptance and emotional resilience. My practice offers flexible session formats including in-person, phone, and video consultations to accommodate diverse client needs. 
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Grief Counseling
Divorce Support
Parent Coaching
Anxiety Treatment
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of clinical experience in relationship therapy
- Personalized treatment plans for anxiety and grief
- Specialized training in conflict resolution techniques
- Flexible session formats (in-person, virtual, extended sessions)
- Proven success with over 1000+ therapy cases
Associations and certifications
- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
- California Board of Behavioral Sciences (MFT30808)
What people say
Excellent therapist
Practical solutions
Interactive and engaging
Deep understanding
Miraculous interventions
Services
Individual Counseling
Tailored psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices to improve emotional regulation. Sessions focus on building self-awareness and developing practical coping strategies for lasting personal growth.
Couples Therapy
Specialized treatment for communication breakdowns and relationship conflicts. Utilizes Gottman Method principles to rebuild trust and enhance emotional connection. Addresses issues like infidelity, parenting disagreements, and intimacy challenges through structured therapeutic interventions.
Grief Counseling
Compassionate guidance for processing bereavement and significant life changes. Incorporates evidence-based techniques to manage complicated grief symptoms. Helps clients develop healthy coping mechanisms while honoring their unique mourning process.
Parent Coaching
Practical strategies for modern parenting challenges. Focuses on positive discipline techniques and effective communication with children. Addresses issues like screen time management, sibling rivalry, and navigating adolescent development.
Anxiety Treatment
Specialized programs for anxiety disorders and chronic stress. Combines exposure therapy with relaxation training to reduce symptoms. Teaches mindfulness-based techniques for managing panic attacks and generalized anxiety patterns.
People
Diane DuBois, LMFT, Psychotherapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Certified therapist with 25+ years of experience in relationship dynamics and trauma recovery. Specializes in couples counseling and anxiety disorders. Holds advanced training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy techniques.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
I provide individual counseling, couples therapy, grief support, divorce coaching, and parent guidance. Specialized programs address anxiety, relationship conflicts, and life transitions using evidence-based approaches.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50-60 minutes. Extended options include 75-minute, 90-minute, and 2.5-hour intensive sessions for deeper exploration of complex issues.
Do you offer virtual therapy options?
Yes, I provide therapy through secure video conferencing platforms like Zoom and FaceTime, in addition to traditional in-person sessions at my Sonoma office.
What is your cancellation policy?
Full session fees apply for missed appointments without 24-hour notice. This policy ensures fair access to therapy slots while maintaining professional practice standards.
How do you handle confidentiality?
All sessions follow strict confidentiality guidelines regulated by California's licensing board. Exceptions only apply in cases of imminent harm or legal requirements like child abuse reporting.
Reviews (2)
Matthew B.
Aug 26, 2021
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Diane has been such a huge help for me, especially the time we have spent working together in the wake of COVID. I have had different therapists in the past but she is the best! Whether you're just looking for someone to talk to, an outlet to vent, or even if you want to deal with something more serious - Diane has the tools to help you work through it all. Therapy can be scary at first, but Diane's nonjudgmental nature and genuine character should put your mind at ease within the first session! Especially as we all struggle to continue dealing with the pandemic, it's important to make sure mental health is prioritized. Look no further, Diane will take care of you with phenomenal care!
Stephen B.
Jul 16, 2021
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I have known Diane for over 40 years. She has listened to me as a close friend off and on since we first met in Junior College. More recently, as I am trying to manage life with my long time spouse who has severe health problems, Diane provides emotional support, understanding and a compassionate perspective on a very complicated and difficult time in our lives. She listens. And she helps.
