Start Your Journey to Healing:
You're here because you're ready for a change. You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or struggling with the pain of loss. Whatever you're facing, I want you to know you don't have to navigate it alone.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 23 years of experience helping individuals like you in Texas, Utah, Arizona, and Nevada. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your challenges and build the skills you need to find peace and clarity.
My Approach to Therapy:
Every person's path is unique, and so is my approach. I believe that therapy should be tailored to your specific needs and goals, not a one-size-fits-all solution. I use a blend of evidence-based methods, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, along with other evidence based modalities; Also including mindfulness, meditation and individual focused self care.
My expertise includes:
Anxiety & Depression: Developing effective coping skills to manage daily life.
Grief & Loss: Navigating all forms of grief, including complex loss and the death of a pet.
Addiction & Substance Use: Providing strategies for management and recovery.
Body Image & Self-Esteem: Cultivating a healthier relationship with yourself, your body and/or food.
Trauma & Stress: Creating a path to healing through mindfulness and other proven techniques.
My communication style:
My style is calm and direct, rooted in active listening and a nonjudgmental perspective. Sessions are driven and paced by you. It's your time. I don't bring an agenda, but I can and will step in if you need assistance with some direction or need some prompts.
Your First Session:
Taking the first step can feel intimidating.
Our initial session is simply a conversation for us to get to know each other. I'll share more about my style and approach, and you can share your goals and expectations. This is your time to see if we're a good match. My priority is for you to find the right therapist for you, and I truly believe that connection is key.
Additional areas of focus: Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
TX LCSW 63436
UT LCSW 365996-3501
AZ LCSW LCSW-22029
NV LCSW 11612-C
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Deena Ott. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Deena Ott is great and is very responsive.
Written on Aug 04, 2025 after therapy with Deena for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, and adhd
She is just the BEST! 2 YEARS.
Written on Jun 20, 2025 after therapy with Deena for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, anger management, and coping with life changes
Love that I can jump right into things and pick up right where we left off. Deana is great.
Written on May 22, 2025 after therapy with Deena for 2 years and 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, bipolar disorder, coaching, and adhd
Deena immediately made me feel comfortable and secure when I started my journey with her. She has been so helpful in reminding me to take things easy and be patient with the process. Every session has been progressive and I’m really thankful to be able to do it all from the comfort of my home
Written on Mar 27, 2025 after therapy with Deena for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Deena is a wonderful therapist, she is patient, kind, and supportive. She has given me a number of things to try to help improve my mental health. She listens to me and is very accommodating when scheduling. I would definitely recommend Deena, I’ve had quite a few therapists in my lifetime and Deena stands out because it’s obviously when working with her she truly cares.
Written on Mar 09, 2025 after therapy with Deena for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Deena is terrific. She's a good listener, offers constructive solutions, seems to know how to push me just the right amount. I would recommend her to others.
Written on Jan 23, 2025 after therapy with Deena for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions