Diane Stapleton, LPC

Colorado LPC specializing in stress and relationships

Stress and anxiety
Relationship support
Video phone and messaging

About Diane Stapleton

Diane Stapleton is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Colorado with 23 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and depression. She combines years of clinical work with a warm, nonjudgmental stance to help clients explore difficult feelings and navigate life transitions. Diane draws on a range of approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs, and she often works with issues like abandonment, family-of-origin concerns, codependency, grief and end-of-life questions, and the particular stresses faced by first responders.

Diane aims to create an open environment where thoughts and emotions can be expressed honestly and without fear of judgment, and she partners with clients to identify goals and practical steps toward greater wellbeing. She acknowledges that seeking change takes courage and offers steady support throughout that process. Currently semi-retired, Diane conducts sessions on Wednesdays through Fridays and offers care in English as a licensed practitioner in Colorado.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Diane Stapleton have?

Diane Stapleton has 23 years of professional experience.

Is Diane Stapleton a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). License details: CO LPC LPC.0003394.

In which languages does Diane Stapleton provide therapy?

Diane Stapleton provides therapy in English.

Where is Diane Stapleton located?

Diane Stapleton is located in Colorado.

How can I work with Diane Stapleton as my therapist?

You can work with Diane Stapleton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Diane Stapleton work with international clients?

Diane Stapleton does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Diane Stapleton 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, click the Start Therapy button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Sessions

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a collaborative, empathetic relationship in which the client’s perspective guides the work. This approach helps people who need space to explore feelings, improve self-understanding, and strengthen relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical techniques to address worry, low mood, and unhelpful patterns. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying goals and concrete steps forward, which can be useful for clients seeking rapid, goal-oriented change.

Diane approaches treatment as a collaborative process and will work with each person to determine which approach or combination of approaches fits best based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. She emphasizes partnership, listening, and practical planning when deciding on the therapeutic path.

Online therapy with licensed professionals and therapists provides flexibility for scheduling and makes it easier to receive care from home or work. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction, phone sessions offer a simple option when video is not possible, and live chat or text-based messaging can support more frequent check-ins or work between sessions. These options help accommodate different lifestyles and make it easier to maintain continuity of care.

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