DeAnna Christian, LISW
LISW offering compassionate practical support
- Warm person centered care
- Trauma and family focus
- CBT and DBT methods
About DeAnna Christian
DeAnna Christian is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with a supervisor designation who has been independently licensed in Ohio since 2004. As an LISW - Licensed Independent Social Worker - she holds the credential that allows for independent clinical social work practice and clinical supervision. She entered the social work field to make a difference through professional support and has worked with people facing a wide range of concerns, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, career stressors, drug addiction, psychosis, and PTSD.
Her life experience informs her work: she has served as a foster parent, adopted children, supported family members living with mental health issues, and serves as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). Those roles contribute to her understanding of family dynamics, attachment questions, and the stresses caregivers face. DeAnna's counseling style is warm and genuine, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she emphasizes treating the person rather than a diagnosis. Her clinical approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and dialectical behavioral therapy, allowing her to meet each person where they are and tailor treatment to individual needs.
Recognizing that reaching out and building trust can be difficult, she offers steady support and guidance for people navigating life changes, grief, relationship struggles, addiction, and parenting or family concerns.
Her life experience informs her work: she has served as a foster parent, adopted children, supported family members living with mental health issues, and serves as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). Those roles contribute to her understanding of family dynamics, attachment questions, and the stresses caregivers face. DeAnna's counseling style is warm and genuine, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she emphasizes treating the person rather than a diagnosis. Her clinical approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and dialectical behavioral therapy, allowing her to meet each person where they are and tailor treatment to individual needs.
Recognizing that reaching out and building trust can be difficult, she offers steady support and guidance for people navigating life changes, grief, relationship struggles, addiction, and parenting or family concerns.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does DeAnna Christian have?
DeAnna Christian has 17 years of experience.
Is DeAnna Christian a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LISW credential - Licensed Independent Social Worker - and her license details are OH LISW I.0029653-SUPV.
In which languages does DeAnna Christian provide therapy?
DeAnna provides therapy in English.
Where is DeAnna Christian located?
DeAnna is located in Ohio.
How can I work with DeAnna Christian as my therapist?
You can work with DeAnna through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does DeAnna Christian work with international clients?
DeAnna Christian does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with DeAnna Christian cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
DeAnna draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to guide online sessions in a way that fits each person's situation. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an accepting, nonjudgmental space where the individual is treated as the expert on their own life - this approach supports growth, self-esteem, and work on relationship or parenting concerns. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and is often used for stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Dialectical behavior therapy emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for intense emotions, anger management, and relationship challenges.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. DeAnna works with each person to determine which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made. The focus is on practical skills and supportive exploration rather than a one-size-fits-all method.
Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care during life transitions, and access support from home or while juggling caregiving and work responsibilities.