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Dianna Roland-Sumlin, LCSW

LCSW specializing in stress and performance
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Athlete performance support
  • LGBTQ and family

About Dianna Roland-Sumlin

Dianna Roland-Sumlin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 14 years of clinical experience. She works with a wide range of people, from young adults and couples to members of LGBTQ and BIPOC communities, tailoring her approach to each person’s situation. Her work draws on multiple therapy models to help clients gain insight, make decisions, and put a practical plan of action into place.

Her clinical interests include stress and anxiety management, depression and other mood concerns, ADHD, anger management, self-esteem, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, career transitions, and coping with life changes. She also addresses related challenges such as abandonment and attachment issues, codependency, communication and control problems, feelings of emptiness, family of origin dynamics, forgiveness, gender dysphoria, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, and questions about life purpose.

Dianna frequently uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, solution-focused techniques, and client-centered approaches. Her work often incorporates mindfulness exercises and guided meditations when appropriate. In addition to clinical therapy, she holds a second master’s degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology and serves as a Mental Performance Consultant, offering tailored services for athletes and teams to support performance on and off the field.

Dianna provides services in English and applies an integrative, strengths-based orientation to guide exploration, understanding, and practical change for the issues that interfere with well-being.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dianna Roland-Sumlin have?

Dianna Roland-Sumlin has 14 years of experience.

Is Dianna Roland-Sumlin a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: FL LCSW SW13194.

In which languages does Dianna Roland-Sumlin provide therapy?

Dianna provides therapy in English.

Where is Dianna Roland-Sumlin located?

Dianna is located in Florida.

How can I work with Dianna Roland-Sumlin as my therapist?

You can work with Dianna through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dianna Roland-Sumlin work with international clients?

Dianna Roland-Sumlin does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dianna Roland-Sumlin cost?

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