- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Client-centered methods
- Cognitive behavioral tools
About Deia
Deia Lawrence is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin with 18 years of clinical experience. She works with people coping with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, and parenting challenges. She also addresses sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, career questions, and compassion fatigue.
Deia draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) alongside client-centered and cognitive behavioral approaches. Sessions focus on naming hard emotions, looking at patterns that keep problems going, and trying small changes to improve day-to-day life. She uses mindfulness and motivational interviewing techniques when they fit the work.
Her background includes long experience with survivors of sexual and physical trauma and with clients from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. She has worked with people navigating sexual identity and feelings of marginalization, and with those managing PTSD symptoms, parenting stress, and grief. Deia’s own experience as a parent of a child with special needs informs practical supports for similar parenting challenges.
Deia has served on the board of a nonprofit assisting families of children with special needs, many of whom are Latino and facing economic strain. That community work shapes how she understands multicultural and caregiving stresses. Outside of practice she enjoys watching Jeopardy!, spending time with her cat, and hosting friends and family.
People who choose her often want a therapist who pays attention to emotions, relationships, and real-life practicalities. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats and scheduling details when they sign up.
How Deia uses EFT, CBT and client-centered work online
Deia uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy to help people identify and name the emotions that drive painful relationship and attachment patterns. EFT sessions often focus on understanding core feelings and how those feelings shape interactions and personal choices.She also draws on client-centered therapy, which emphasizes listening and reflecting so clients feel understood while they work through concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to notice unhelpful thoughts and try practical changes that reduce anxiety, depression, or sleep problems.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative task. The therapist and client talk about goals, try different methods, and adjust the plan based on what helps. Deia frames treatment around the client’s immediate concerns and daily life needs rather than prescribing a single method upfront.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered for remote work. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They can also let someone join from a quieter spot, use less bandwidth by turning off video, or pick a session time that fits a work break. Licensed professionals tailor scheduling and session length to practical needs rather than promising a particular service.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting challenges, and related concerns such as sleep problems and anger.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses an integrative approach that includes Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), client-centered methods, CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing depending on needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has 18 years of experience working with people from varied ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds and with survivors of sexual and physical trauma.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Wisconsin and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; confirm exact pricing during the matching process.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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