Deanna Dillard , LPC

Deanna Dillard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with 18 years of experience. She focuses on anger, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, and related issues such as grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Sessions are intended for adults seeking practical ways to manage strong emotions and improve day-to-day functioning.

Her style is direct and person-centered. Deanna uses clear conversation to identify patterns that lead to outbursts or shutdowns. She helps people notice triggers, try small behavior shifts, and practice new responses between sessions. Expect straightforward talk and actionable steps rather than vague theory.

Deanna blends client-centered techniques with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and elements of existential therapy. She also draws on the Gottman Method when relationship dynamics are involved. These approaches are used to help people change unhelpful thinking, build stronger communication habits, and consider values and meaning in their choices.

Deanna often works through situations like anger at work, resentment at home, stress that interrupts sleep, and the aftereffects of trauma or loss. She also supports people handling ADHD, eating or sleeping problems, substance concerns, and challenges tied to gender or identity.

Practical tasks are part of sessions. Clients may leave with simple experiments to try, communication scripts to practice, or breathing and grounding techniques to use when tension rises. Before booking, confirm current session formats and scheduling details to make sure they fit your life.

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