- Practical coping tools
- Collaborative approach
- Focus on strengths
About Diane
Diane Pukajlo is a licensed clinical social worker in Colorado with 20 years of experience. She helps people who are coping with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship strain, and life changes. Diane treats panic disorder and panic attacks as one of her focus areas and works to make sessions clear and practical.
Diane believes each person knows their story best and brings their own strengths to therapy. She listens without judgment and helps clients name realistic next steps. Sessions are aimed at breaking big problems into manageable pieces that can be practiced between meetings.
Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to map thoughts and behaviors that feed distress. She also uses Attachment-Based and Client-Centered methods to build trust and keep conversations focused on the client’s goals. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused techniques are used when people want shorter-term problem solving or help finding motivation for change.
Diane keeps language plain and meetings straightforward. She talks through coping tools, routines, and communication strategies that people can try right away. The goal is to reduce overwhelming moments and rebuild a sense of control.
In Colorado practice for two decades, Diane combines practical techniques with respectful listening. She encourages small, steady steps and checks progress along the way. To begin, readers are invited to follow the site’s start process and complete the matching questionnaire.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Attachment-Based Therapy emphasizes how early relationships shape current patterns. It helps people understand connection styles and how those patterns affect stress and relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and offers concrete exercises to reduce anxiety and manage panic attacks.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to identify goals and try methods that fit their needs and preferences. That collaborative decision making can shift over time as progress is tracked and new goals emerge.
Session formats were not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing meetings from different locations. It can also allow shorter check-ins when a quick update is helpful, and reduce the need to arrange childcare or commute. Licensed professionals aim to use techniques that translate well to remote work, such as guided skill practice, thought records, and motivational conversations that clients can use between sessions.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Diane commonly help with?
Diane works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, career worries, depression, and coping with life changes. Her additional focuses include panic disorder and panic attacks, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and loneliness.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She listens, helps clients identify strengths, and offers practical steps to try between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
Diane has 20 years of professional experience working in the field of social work. That background informs her practical and calm approach to problem solving.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed as LCSW and CSW and is licensed in Colorado. Those credentials are presented exactly as provided.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats were not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking through the site.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing is presented during the sign-up process.
How do I get started with Diane?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability as shown on the site.