Diana Maxwell, M.Ed., LPC-Associate
Clinical Therapist, EMDR-Trained
supervised by Anne Hardegree, LPC-S
(she/her)
About Me
Intuitive, Authentic, Accepting, Curious
Diana is passionate about creating a therapeutic space that feels safe, inclusive, and judgment-free—a space where you can show up exactly as you are. She believes healing happens at your own pace and is here to walk alongside you on that journey. Diana is committed to anti-racism, anti-ableism, and lifelong learning, and she honors the lived experiences and identities of BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and neurodiverse communities.
Before becoming a therapist, Diana’s path was anything but traditional—and that’s part of what makes her so grounded and relatable. She spent many years as a Career Counselor in the college setting, then made a big shift and became a Licensed Massage Therapist and instructor. During that time, she also served as a Client Coordinator at a group practice specializing in complex trauma. Her natural presence and insight were so impactful that colleagues encouraged her to become a therapist herself—and so she did.
Today, Diana is EMDR-trained, IFS-informed (think Inside Out for grown-ups), and a Certified Grief Professional. She brings lived experience with substance use and over a decade of sobriety into her work, supporting others in recovery with deep empathy. Her sessions often incorporate mindfulness and grounding practices—you can expect a breathing exercise or two!
Diana works with adults of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, and spiritual backgrounds. She’s known for her gentle humor and warm, sunny presence—especially in those moments when life feels dark.
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Adults 18+
Adults 40+
Older Adults
College Students+
Young Professionals
BIPOC
2SLGBTQIA+
Men
Neurodiverse Individuals
Empaths & “Highly Sensitive” People
Non-Monogamous Individuals
Musicians
High-Achieving Executives & Entrepreneurs
Therapists, Healers, & Bodyworkers
Medical Professionals, First Responders, & Military
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Addiction (Substance & Process)
ADHD
Autism Spectrum
Anxiety
Depression
Career Transitions
Life Transitions
Complex Trauma & PTSD
Childhood Trauma
Grief & Loss
Life Transitions
Perfectionism
Phobias
Self-Esteem
Self-Compassion
Shame & Guilt
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Trauma-Informed
Anti-Colonial & Liberation-Informed
Neuro-Affirming
Culturally Sensitive
Celebratory
Collaborative
Humorous
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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)
Mindful Self-Compassion
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
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Licensed Professional Counselor Associate #90450 (Texas), supervised by Anne Hardegree, LPC-S #59510
M.Ed, Counseling, University of North Texas
B.M.E., Music Education, Sam Houston State University
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EMDR
EMDR Trained, Advanced Education Institute, 2023
Integrating EMDR Therapy, Structural Dissociation & Ego State Therapy , Farnsworth Lobenstine, LICSW, 2024
EMDR & Parts Work for Treating Complex Trauma: Somatic Techniques to Decrease Defensiveness and Facilitate Trauma Processing, Arielle Schwartz, PhD, 2023
EMDR Interventions for Recent Trauma Recovery, Laurel Parnell, PhD, 2024
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Transcending Trauma: Treating Complex PTSDwith Internal Family Systems (IFS) , Frank Anderson, MD, 2023
Clinical Applications of Internal Family Systems Therapy: Step-by-Step Procedures for Healing Traumatic Wounds and Alleviating Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Addiction and More, Alexi Rothman, PhD, 2024
Comprehensive Internal Family Systems Therapy Course: A Step-by-Step Guide Through Clinical Applications of the IFS Model, Frank Anderson, MD, 2024
Grief
Grief Summit resulting in Certified Grief Professional, PESI, 2024
Traumatic Grief: Neuroscience-Based Therapy Tools for Transforming Loss into Meaningful Recovery, Kate Truitt, PhD, MBA, 2024
Finding Meaning in Loss: The Sixth Stage of Grief, David Kessler, MA, RN, FACHE
Anxious Grief: Strategies for Working with the Missing Stage of Grief, Claire Bidwell Smith, LCPC, 2023
2SLGBTQIA+
LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Care Summit: Intersectional Perspectives to Successfully Cultivate Inclusive Therapy Practices, PESI, 2024
Neurodiversity
ADHD Conference: New Strategies to Navigate Complexities, Controversies, and Emerging Research, PESI, 2024
Changing the ADHD Brain: Moving Beyond Medication, David Nowell, PhD, 2023
Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist Intensive Training, PESI, 2023
CBT/DBT/ACT
Integrate CBT and Exposure & Response Prevention for Treatment of GAD, Panic Disorder, OCD, Social Anxiety, & Phobias, Kimberly J Morrow, LCSW and Elizabeth DuPont Spencer, MSW, LCSW-C, 2025
DBT, CBT, and ACT for Treating Trauma, Anxiety, and More, PESI, 2025
Substance Use
ACT for Behavioral Addictions: A Shame-Free Approach for Helping Clients Understand Their Triggers, Break Compulsive Patterns, and Embrace Pain with Purpose, Jennifer L. Patterson, PsyD, LCPC, 2025
Services & Pricing
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$165 per 50-minute session
$205 per 80-minute session
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Accepting Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Superbills available for potential reimbursement
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$300 per 2-hour intensive
$400 per 3-hour intensive
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Sliding scale rates are available for those suffering financial hardship or who have low-income.
At this time, rates range from $100-$140 per session.
Personal
Diana enjoys hanging out at home with her spouse and dog, Jack. Jack is a 14+ year old Jack Russell/Chihuahua mix who has old man energy. Diana and her spouse enjoy taking drives within a 200 mile radius and checking out the downtown area, looking for a Veteran’s Memorial and then finding a cool place to eat. Usually, they look at the Texas Bucket List website and find the place to eat first, then venture out that way!
Diana comes from a big family and has a bunch of nephews and nieces that she talks to often. She has a bonus-kid and grandkid that live in TN. Diana’s spouse has a big family in Houston and they visit often as well.
