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Online therapist

Diana Santiago-Romero

Practical support for family and life challenges

Credentials
LMFT
Experience
20 years
Licensed in
Florida
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Diana

Diana Santiago-Romero is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, and family conflict. She also supports those dealing with depression, grief, intimacy concerns, and life changes. Diana acknowledges the courage it takes to begin therapy and emphasizes client strengths during early conversations.

With 20 years of professional experience, Diana draws on practical methods to address a wide range of challenges. She works with issues such as parenting, sleep and eating difficulties, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.

Background and approach

Additional focus areas include first responder issues, gender dysphoria, care for people who are hearing impaired, HIV and AIDS related concerns, hoarding, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and polyamorous or non-monogamous relationship dynamics. Sessions are grounded in respect for each persons perspective. Diana treats clients as experts on their own stories and helps them build on existing strengths.

Conversations focus on clear goals, small steps, and coping tools that fit daily life. She practices in Florida and brings a calm, direct style to therapy. Parents looking for family and parenting support will find practical guidance on communication and problem solving.

Diana aims to make the therapy process manageable and relevant to real everyday stressors. Beginning work usually involves talking through immediate concerns, identifying priorities, and planning next steps. Over time she helps people develop routines and strategies that support lasting change.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit family life

Many of Dianas methods are evidence-based techniques that focus on practical change. One commonly used approach helps people identify patterns in thinking and behavior, then build alternative habits to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms. This method is useful for stress, anxiety, sleep and eating issues.

Another frequently applied approach focuses on relationships and communication skills. It teaches clearer ways to talk about needs and boundaries, which can help with parenting, intimacy concerns, and family conflict. This style centers on small, doable changes people can practice at home.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Diana collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and daily responsibilities. She checks in regularly and adjusts strategies as progress and needs evolve.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats offer flexibility for busy schedules and make it easier to connect from home or while managing family life. Many people find the range of options helpful for fitting sessions into routines and for keeping momentum between meetings.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she help with?
Diana supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family conflicts, depression, grief, intimacy issues, parenting challenges, and more listed in her specialties.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Sessions emphasize the clients own expertise and strengths, with focus on clear goals, small steps, and practical coping skills for daily life.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 20 years of professional experience working with a broad range of concerns and populations.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, licensed in Florida under FL LMFT MT4639.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats does she offer?
Therapy can be provided via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin therapy with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapists availability.

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Experience
20 years
Licensed
Florida
Languages
English

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