Deidra Bentley, LPC
Affirming counselor for identity and healing
- LGBTQ+ affirming counselor
- Trauma-informed and somatic
- Stress and addiction specialist
About Deidra Bentley
Deidra Bentley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 11 years of experience helping adults navigate major life transitions and emotional challenges. She creates an affirming, culturally responsive environment where people can investigate their identities, process difficult experiences, and build steadier ways of living. Her practice emphasizes respect for each person's background and the particular pressures faced by members of marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals.
Deidra specializes in treating depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting and family concerns, and a range of intimacy and identity-related issues. Her approach is collaborative and compassionate, blending trauma-informed care with somatic techniques and mindfulness to support reconnection with the body, feelings, and a renewed sense of agency.
Therapy with Deidra centers on practical growth and self-discovery. She works with clients to strengthen communication, deepen self-acceptance, and cultivate resilience amid complexity. Her goal is to help people honor their experiences while moving toward greater authenticity, balance, and purpose in daily life.
Deidra specializes in treating depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting and family concerns, and a range of intimacy and identity-related issues. Her approach is collaborative and compassionate, blending trauma-informed care with somatic techniques and mindfulness to support reconnection with the body, feelings, and a renewed sense of agency.
Therapy with Deidra centers on practical growth and self-discovery. She works with clients to strengthen communication, deepen self-acceptance, and cultivate resilience amid complexity. Her goal is to help people honor their experiences while moving toward greater authenticity, balance, and purpose in daily life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Deidra Bentley have?
Deidra Bentley has 11 years of experience.
Is Deidra Bentley a licensed therapist?
Yes, holds these credentials: LPC. License details: GA LPC LPC008407.
In which languages does Deidra Bentley provide therapy?
English.
Where is Deidra Bentley located?
Georgia.
How can I work with Deidra Bentley as my therapist?
You can work with Deidra Bentley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Deidra Bentley work with international clients?
Deidra Bentley does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Deidra Bentley cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
How therapeutic approaches guide online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and practice willingness to experience difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward a meaningful life. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, identity exploration, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and building practical skills to shift those patterns. CBT is often applied to anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and stress management. Mindfulness Therapy encourages present-moment awareness and nonjudgmental attention to bodily sensations and emotions, supporting emotion regulation and resilience in daily life.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Deidra Bentley collaborates with each person to determine which techniques and frameworks fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility that supports consistent care - sessions by video call or phone, live chat exchanges, and text-based messaging allow people to access therapy from different locations and schedules. These options can make it easier to maintain momentum between sessions and to integrate therapeutic tools into everyday routines while working with licensed professionals and therapists.