Diego Gomez , LMHC

Diego Gomez is a licensed mental health professional with more than 10 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns. He holds the LMHC credential - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and is also a National Certified Counselor (NCC), reflecting formal training and national-level certification in counseling. Over the course of his career he has worked with issues such as depression, anxiety, family conflict, parenting challenges, trauma-related symptoms, obsessive-compulsive concerns, disruptive mood dysregulation, oppositional behaviors, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.

Diego is certified in Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) and has extensive training in working with Tourette's Syndrome and other tic disorders. His clinical approach is integrative and eclectic, drawing on evidence-informed methods to tailor care to each person’s needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all protocol. He emphasizes attentive, empathic, person-centered work combined with psychoeducation to help people better understand their experiences and develop practical skills.

Grounded in thoughtful dialogue, Diego prioritizes a respectful and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment that aims to build rapport and foster resilience. He encourages exploration of thoughts and beliefs that influence emotions, and he partners with individuals to increase self-awareness, strengthen coping strategies, and navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and confidence.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Diego often blends several proven approaches to tailor care to each person's situation. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and build actions aligned with those values - it is useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and unconditional positive regard so that individuals feel heard and supported while exploring their goals and emotions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Diego collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds to ensure the work feels relevant and helpful.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from varied locations and to continue work through life’s changes while maintaining continuity of care.