Diana Cron

Calm, practical care for stress and trauma

MD, LCSW-C Maryland

Experience: 7 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy
Languages: English

About Diana

Diana Cron is a licensed clinician practicing in Maryland who focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, and related concerns.

Background and approach

She brings seven years of clinical experience to her work and combines practical, evidence-informed methods with a strengths-oriented perspective to support clients as they cope with depression, ADHD, addiction challenges, and compassion fatigue. Diana also attends to issues like attachment, adoption and foster care, body image, and communication difficulties when they arise in therapy.

Her style blends cognitive behavioral techniques with mindfulness and narrative elements to help clients connect feelings, thoughts, and actions in ways that open paths to change. She aims to create a collaborative environment where clients set priorities and shape session agendas, while she offers tools and strategies tailored to each person’s needs.

Diana holds an MD and the LCSW-C credential, and she works in English with clients located in Maryland.

Approaches and Online Options for Practical Change

Many clients find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) useful for addressing patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, and problems with attention or impulsivity; CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and developing concrete skills to change responses. Mindfulness Therapy teaches attention and acceptance practices that can reduce reactivity to stress and improve emotional regulation, which often pairs well with skills-based interventions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works together with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then tailors a blend of methods that feels most helpful. This means techniques may be adjusted over time as priorities shift and progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible options to fit different schedules and comfort levels. Clients can meet by video calls for sessions that resemble in-person therapy, use phone sessions when video isn't convenient, or opt for live chat and text-based messaging for ongoing support and shorter check-ins. These formats make it easier to access consistent care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

Diana works with a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, ADHD, addictions, family and parenting issues, depression, and compassion fatigue, along with additional focus areas such as attachment issues and post-traumatic stress.

What therapeutic approaches does she use?

Her clinical toolkit includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy; she adapts techniques to client goals and presenting concerns.

How much clinical experience does she have?

The therapist has seven years of professional experience working in clinical settings with people facing a variety of mental health and relational challenges.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds an MD and is licensed as LCSW-C with license number MD LCSW-C 22771, and she practices in Maryland.

Can she work with clients who speak other languages or live abroad?

Sessions are conducted in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

Which session formats are available?

Clients can work with her through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.

How are costs and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem ADHD

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepression Compassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesBody imageCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)First responder issuesGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Post-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

Maryland

Languages

English