Deana Schad, LPC
- Values aligned living
- Stage matched habit change
- CBT informed support
About Deana Schad
She supports clients in exploring how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors shape daily life, and she encourages practical self-care foundations such as restorative sleep, quality nutrition, regular movement, and meaningful relationships. Deana often draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), using stage-matched principles to meet clients where they are and tailor support to their readiness for habit change.
Deana approaches therapy as a reflective space where clients can reconnect with their own insight and inner wisdom. A consistent theme in her work is values alignment, based on the idea that living out of sync with what matters most can fuel anxiety and chronic stress. She also holds the perspective that pain is part of the human experience, and that reducing suffering can involve loosening attachment to patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that no longer help. Throughout the process, she collaborates with clients to build awareness, create meaningful change, and move toward a life that feels more intentional, balanced, and aligned.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Deana Schad have?
Deana Schad has 17 years of experience providing therapy.
Is Deana Schad a licensed therapist?
Yes. Deana Schad is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan. License number: MI LPC 6401011373.
In which languages does Deana Schad provide therapy?
Deana Schad provides therapy in English.
Where is Deana Schad located?
Deana Schad is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Deana Schad as my therapist?
You can work with Deana Schad through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Deana Schad work with international clients?
No. Deana Schad does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Deana Schad 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 Tools That Translate Well to Online Sessions
Deana Schad integrates practical, skills-based approaches that can work especially well in an online setting. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she helps clients notice patterns in thoughts and behaviors and experiment with small, workable changes that support steadier mood, reduced stress, and healthier habits over time. She also draws from Mindfulness Therapy to build awareness of what is happening in the moment, making it easier to respond with intention rather than reacting on autopilot when anxiety, cravings, or overwhelm show up.Her Client-Centered Therapy foundation keeps the work grounded in the client’s own strengths and values. Sessions are designed to be collaborative and paced to the client’s readiness, so the focus can shift as goals become clearer and life circumstances change. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process, and Deana works with clients to identify what feels most helpful based on needs, preferences, and priorities.
Online therapy adds flexibility while keeping support consistent. Clients can meet with Deana by video calls or phone sessions, and can also use live chat or text-based messaging to stay connected between sessions, reflect in real time, and keep momentum during busy weeks.