Diana Gelfand, MSW, LCSW

My clients describe me as:

Being that listening ear that they have been looking for "forever"; that person that understands where you are coming from and just "gets it".

Something to know about my approach is:

We all have "up and down" moments, right? Therapy can be hard. It can be scary. Yet, it can also be a lifesaver! I utilize an integrative approach as my main focus lies within YOU. It's about connection and helping you on this journey.

Together, we will:

My primary objective is to help find your strengths and empower you to have the confidence and tools to function. My greatest passion is providing a listening ear that can relate to you and help you find your voice to conquer “hard things”.

I specialize in working with people who:

Parents of special needs children; Adolescent and young adults (or parents of) coping with medical conditions; Young adults adjusting to college; Child welfare professionals or caregivers in the child welfare system; Aged out youth from foster care.

I became a therapist because:

My passion is helping others. I am a huge proponent of therapy as it gives you the tools to conquer the roller coaster life brings us every day.

Something that stands out about where I offer therapy is:

Convenience is key! I love telehealth for that reason!

More about me and my practice:

I have extensive knowledge with children & medical social work. A significant part of my professional background consisted of working with the child welfare system as well as personally, being a foster and now adoptive mom of three with special needs