Diane Lawrence, LMHC, LLC

Diane Lawrence is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in therapy for older teens and adults. She maintains a private practice in the Countryside area of Clearwater, FL. With more than twenty-five years of experience in the fields of counseling and education; her areas of expertise include cognitive behavioral therapy, life coaching, decreasing anxiety and depression, building self-esteem, reducing conflict, and interpersonal skill development. Diane is a warm and encouraging therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. She integrates a positive interpersonal style with research-based techniques to offer a highly personalized approach to each client. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. Personally, Diane has been married and residing in Pinellas County for over twenty years. She enjoys scuba diving, traveling, exercising, yoga, reading, volunteering and being involved in the lives of her three adult children and two grandchildren. Education Troy State University, Master's Degree in Counseling and Psychology University of South Florida, Graduate Level Certification in Behavioral Disorders Florida State University, Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education License, Certifications & Awards Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MH 11738 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (2018-2022) Qualified Supervisor for Mental Health Counselor Interns **Accepts new patients by referral only**