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Diane Pukajlo

Empowerment through practical, collaborative therapy

LCSW, CSW Colorado

Experience
20 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Career
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Therapy
Languages
English
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About Diane

Diane Pukajlo is a licensed clinical social worker in Colorado who supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, career transitions, depression, and major life changes. With two decades of professional experience, she draws on practical methods to help clients identify strengths and build skills for coping and growth.

Background and approach

Diane approaches each person as the expert of their own story and partners with them to clarify goals and move toward a more fulfilling, balanced life. Her practice emphasizes collaborative work and practical strategies, blending cognitive behavioral ideas with attachment-informed perspectives and client-centered listening.

Diane offers guidance for concerns such as panic attacks, caregiver stress, chronic pain or illness, communication difficulties, isolation and midlife shifts, as well as relationship forms including non-monogamy. She also addresses seasonal mood shifts, women’s issues, and the development of self-compassion.

Diane meets clients where they are and supports steady progress through adaptable, evidence-informed techniques.

Approaches that inform online therapeutic work



Diane uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, panic, and stress. CBT emphasizes specific strategies such as thought restructuring and behavioral experiments to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Attachment-Based Therapy is another influence in her work, focusing on how early and current relationship patterns shape emotions and communication; this approach can be useful for addressing relationship conflicts, attachment concerns, and feelings of isolation.

Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Diane works with each person to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life context, and she adapts techniques over time so therapy evolves with the client's needs.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow clients to access licensed professionals from home or while traveling, making it easier to maintain consistency in care and to practice skills between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly help with?
Diane focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, career concerns, depression, and coping with life changes. She also works with related issues such as panic attacks, caregiver stress, chronic illness and disability, and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
She blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques and attachment-informed perspectives, using solution-focused and motivational strategies to help clients set and reach practical goals.
How much professional experience does she bring?
Diane has 20 years of professional work experience supporting people through a range of emotional and life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed for the therapist?
She is licensed in Colorado and holds the credentials LCSW and CSW, listed as CO LCSW CSW.09925846.
Which languages are available for sessions and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Clients can work with her via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.
How is cost handled for therapy with this provider?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Colorado

Languages

English