Last edited 08/10/2026

Diana Bastidas Vallejo

She / Her / Hers

Accepting New Clients

Online in Florida

Identifies As

She / Her / HersWomanLatinxImmigrant / 1st Generation American

Get To Know Me

In what ways have your personal experiences influenced your work with your clients?

As a 1st generation American, my first language was Spanish and thus, my cultural and family identity is heavily rooted in Colombia. This has been helpful in connecting and emphasizing with clients whose English is not their only language and America not their only cultural influence.

Were there lessons in your professional or academic career that left an impression on you, and how has that informed your work today?

The reason I chose to pursue social work is rooted in the focus of not only on a person's symptoms but their experiences and environment as well. This notion of looking at a person as a whole was confirmed and reinforced when I took a course called Human Behavior in the Social Environment.

Is there any research-based work you’ve done that you found particularly exciting, and how has that informed your practice today?

I worked in a research lab during my time at FSU in the Technology and Psychopathology Lab along Dr. Joseph Franklin working on several projects involving Machine Learning, experimenting with Virtual Reality and other Technology to explore new treatment methods for different mental health struggles, meta-analyses of current data, and identifying physiological differences (potential biomarkers) for suicidality. Being exposed to current research data has contributed to my professional knowledge, expertise and skills I utilize in therapy with clients.

Location

Specialties

Specializes in

AnxietyRelationship IssuesObsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)StressTrauma

General Expertise

DepressionLoss/GriefSelf-EsteemADHDAnger managementAttachment issuesCaregiver stress & supportEating disordersFamily issuesIdentity developmentLife transitionsMood disordersParenting issuesSelf HarmSuicidal ideationBehavioral IssuesHighly Sensitive PersonNeurodiversityPeer RelationshipsBurnout

Treatment Approaches

Strength Based TherapyMindfulness PracticesEclectic TherapyCognitive Processing TherapyCulturally Sensitive TherapyFamily Systems TherapyPerson-Centered TherapyFeminist TherapyGestalt TherapyInternal Family Systems TherapyMulticultural TherapyNarrative TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingEmotionally Focused TherapyAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapySolution-Focused Brief TherapyNeurodiversity-AffirmingCompassion-Focused TherapyExposure and Response Prevention (ERP)Interpersonal PsychotherapyPsychodynamic TherapyRational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)

Clientele

Types of Therapy

Individual Therapy

Serves Ages

ParentsYoung Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Seniors (65+)

Languages

English

Insurance & Fees

Insurances Accepted

AetnaAnthemBlue Cross Blue ShieldCignaFlorida BlueUMRUnitedHealthCare (UHC)Ambetter HealthAvMedBlue Cross Blue Shield of MassachusettsCarelon Behavioral HealthHorizon Blue Cross Blue ShieldIndependence Blue CrossLucetNew DirectionsOptumOscar HealthOxford Health PlansProvidence HealthUnitedHealthcare

Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket

First Session:

$150

Individual Therapy:

$130

Professional Background

LicensureFlorida, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, SW23714

Education

Florida State University, Master of Social Work, Clinical Social Work

Florida State University, Bachelor of Science, Psychology with a minor in Chemistry

Work HistoryI've worked across many different settings with a variety of people that contributed to my experience and development of professional knowledge and skills including the DCF abuse hotline, hospital outpatient programs, technology and psychopathology research lab at FSU, eating disorder clinic working with three levels of care (OP, IOP, and PHP), public defender social work division, K-12 public charter school, and a community mental health organization. I've also volunteered with Crisis Text Line, Second harvest of the Big Bend, and a 24-hr Homeless Shelter and Emergency Services Provider.

Frequently Asked Questions

It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy. Diana Bastidas Vallejo, LCSW, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.

Is Diana Bastidas Vallejo accepting new clients?

Yes, Diana Bastidas Vallejo is accepting new clients for online therapy in Florida.

Does Diana Bastidas Vallejo accept insurance?

Yes, Diana Bastidas Vallejo accepts insurance, including Aetna, Ambetter Health, Anthem, AvMed, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Florida Blue, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, Independence Blue Cross, Lucet, New Directions, Optum, Oscar Health, Oxford Health Plans, Providence Health, UMR, UnitedHealthCare (UHC) and UnitedHealthcare.

What types of therapy does Diana Bastidas Vallejo offer?

Diana Bastidas Vallejo offers therapy for individuals.

Does Diana Bastidas Vallejo offer in-person appointments?

No, but people in Florida can book Diana Bastidas Vallejo for virtual appointments (teletherapy).

Does Diana Bastidas Vallejo offer online therapy?

Yes, Diana Bastidas Vallejo offers online therapy via video sessions to people in Florida.

How quickly can I see Diana Bastidas Vallejo?

Diana Bastidas Vallejo typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.

What languages does Diana Bastidas Vallejo speak?

Diana Bastidas Vallejo conducts therapy sessions in English.

Can I book an appointment with Diana Bastidas Vallejo online?

Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Diana Bastidas Vallejo online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.

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