Dana DeHart , LPC

Dana DeHart is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia with more than 20 years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and challenges related to motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Dana emphasizes that clients are the experts in their own stories and that their existing strengths are central to making meaningful change. Her therapeutic stance is grounded in a down-to-earth, supportive, and genuine manner, qualities that many individuals she has supported have used to describe her.

Dana frames the work of therapy as a collaborative process that honors each personâs goals and pace. She aims to help clients move toward a more fulfilling and happier life while offering practical encouragement and steady support along the way. As an LPC - a credential that indicates state licensure to provide counseling - she combines professional training with an approachable style. Dana checks messages early in the morning between 5:00 and 5:30 AM and again in the afternoon between 5:00 and 5:30 PM to help maintain timely communication with those she works with.

Approaches That Translate to Online Support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the clientâs goals and values guide the work. It helps people build self-understanding and confidence while addressing personal challenges at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns and emphasizes skill-building that can be practiced between sessions. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a targeted approach for processing traumatic memories and reducing their emotional intensity, often used when trauma or abuse is a central concern.

Dana approaches treatment selection as a collaborative process. She works with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques as progress unfolds so the plan remains responsive and client-centered. Licensed professionals and therapists bring training in these approaches and tailor them to each personâs situation.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and for people who live far from in-person services. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions, practice skills in daily life, and access support from wherever a client is located, supporting continuity of care and convenience.