Diane Hendricks, LCSW, LSCSW

Diane Hendricks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, trauma, depression, and life changes. She brings 15 years of experience and focuses on practical support for issues like addiction, ADHD, caregiving strain, chronic illness, and relationship or intimacy-related concerns. Diane works in Kansas and offers sessions in English.

She trained at the University of Kansas and has spent much of her career in psychiatric settings. That work included counseling in hospice, senior care, and programs for Veterans and first responders. She has also provided services for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Diane describes her main style as client-centered and meets people where they are.

In sessions she listens without judgment and moves at each person’s pace. She uses approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, emotionally-focused therapy, existential ideas, and mindfulness depending on what fits. Diane aims to help people understand patterns, build coping skills, and make choices that fit their values.

Her manner is compassionate and down-to-earth. She mentions that laughter can be part of the work when it fits. People should expect straightforward conversation, clear goals, and practical steps between appointments.

For someone unsure about starting, Diane encourages a simple first step. The process begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling. She works collaboratively to set goals and adjust the plan as needs change.

How Diane’s approaches work well online

Client-centered work focuses on the person’s experience and priorities. The therapist follows the client’s lead, asks questions, and helps set goals that matter to the person seeking help. This style supports a range of concerns from stress to grief.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and actions that maintain distress and teaches tools to change them. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and many everyday problems by offering steps and exercises to practice between sessions. Emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) helps people identify and name strong feelings and improve how they relate to themselves and others; it can help with attachment, relationship strain, and processing trauma.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Diane will discuss options and tailor methods to fit the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. Expect regular check-ins about what is helping and adjustments when they’re needed.

Confirm current online session options before booking since specific formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when a full session feels like too much. Licensed professionals can use different approaches over video or phone depending on what suits the client, and Diane will help match the method to the situation.