Diana Samano, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Naperville, Illinois
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My Approach to Therapy
My approach to therapy is supportive, strengths-based, and tailored to each child’s unique needs and experiences. I enjoy working with children and adolescents, and I strive to create a welcoming space where they feel safe, comfortable, and free to be themselves. I believe there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, so I focus on meeting each client where they are and helping them build emotional resilience, confidence, and healthy coping skills.
My Role as a Therapist
As a therapist, my role is to provide a supportive and collaborative environment where children and teens can explore challenges, develop new skills, and build on their strengths. I use evidence-based approaches including ACT, CBT, attachment-based therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, art therapy, and compassion-focused techniques to tailor treatment to each client’s goals. Together, we’ll work toward meaningful growth, emotional well-being, and lasting positive change.
Expertise & Specialties
Age Groups I Work With
ChildrenTeensAdults
Groups I Work With
I work with people ages 9 to 25+.
Therapy Services & Specialties
Concerns & Challenges Addressed
Adjusting to Change / Life TransitionsAngerAnxietyBullyingDepressionFearGrief, Loss, and BereavementInattention, Impulsivity, and Hyperactivity (ADHD)
Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Art TherapyAttachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)Emotion Focused TherapyMentalization-Based Therapy (MBT)