Diane Dioguardi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, CAAPT
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
New Milford, CT 06776
Let's Connect (860) 717-4465
Sometimes life can be challenging and reaching out for help can be difficult. Whether you are a child or an adult life can be overwhelming, which can result in losing focus on what is in your best interest. If you are a parent you may be feeling unsupported and confused about how best to help your child. We all can benefit from a little support during stressful times. As a therapist my goal is to work collaboratively with my clients to provide support and find practical solutions to assist in achieving a positive and balanced life. Your life’s journey matters and your story is important. I am here to help you navigate the bumps.
I believe in the healing power of play for children, adolescents and yes for adults too. Emotions can be confusing and expressing emotions can be difficult. Play provides a non-threatening way to express oneself. My experiential approach to therapy creates a safe place where clients can explore issues while building a future that is personally rewarding.
I often collaborate in sessions with one of my two canine co-therapists, Shannon and Takoda, both Approved Animal Assisted Play Therapy Dogs. Clients who have worked with the dogs have benefited from the therapeutic values of the human animal bond and the playful, gentle and supportive presence that both dogs bring to sessions.
Call or Email Diane Dioguardi now for a free 15 minute consultation - (860) 717-4465
Let's Connect (860) 717-4465
Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- ConnectiCare
- HealthyCT
- HUSKY Health
- Medicaid
- Optum
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (860) 717-4465
Diane Dioguardi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, CAAPT
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Connecticut / 002615 Diane Dioguardi
- In Practice for 17 Years
- Certificate from Association for Play Therapy - Registered Play Therapist (RPT) T3270 / 2015
- Certificate from Institute for Animal Assisted Play Therapy(TM)-Certified Animal Assisted Play Therapist (CAAPT) CAAPT-2018-019 / 2018
- Attended Fordham University, MS Counseling, Graduated 2008
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (860) 717-4465
Diane Dioguardi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, CAAPT
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Trauma and PTSD
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- Adoption
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Cancer
- Chronic Illness
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Transgender
- Video Game Addiction
- Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (860) 717-4465
Diane Dioguardi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, CAAPT
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Animal Assisted Play Therapy
- Animal Assisted Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Expressive Arts
- Family Systems
- Interpersonal
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Relational
- Sandplay
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (860) 717-4465
Diane Dioguardi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, CAAPT
Groups
BARK Group- Building Acceptance Respect & Kindness
The BARK Group is a social skills group for children and adolescents that focuses on helping group members Build Acceptance Respect & Kindness towards all. With the help of Approved Animal Assisted Play Therapy Dogs Shannon and Takoda this group is grounded in the principles of Animal Assisted Play Therapy(TM). The group will promote a nonjudgmental safe environment where group members can have fun, feel supported and learn important social skills while interacting with peers of similar age. Elementary, Middle and High School age groups are being formed.
Session Cost
$20-$50
Location
New Milford, CT 06776
Email Diane Dioguardi about this group or call - (860) 717-4465
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (860) 717-4465
Diane Dioguardi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, CAAPT