Deena Ott, LCSW

Calm, direct support for meaningful change

Client paced sessions
CBT and DBT skills
Mindfulness and self care

About Deena Ott

Deena Ott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a credential for trained and licensed mental health professionals, with over 23 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and major life transitions. Based in Texas, she helps clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted by what they are carrying, and offers a steady space to sort through what is happening while building practical skills for day-to-day life.

Her work is shaped by the belief that therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Deena tailors each session to the client’s needs and goals, drawing on evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, along with mindfulness, meditation, and individual-focused self-care. She also supports concerns related to addiction and substance use, trauma and abuse, eating and body image concerns, self-esteem, anger, family and parenting challenges, and compassion fatigue.

Deena’s communication style is calm, direct, and grounded in active listening and a nonjudgmental perspective. Sessions are paced by the client, with room to explore freely, and she can offer prompts or direction when it is helpful. The first session is designed to feel like a conversation where both people can get to know each other, clarify goals, and decide whether the fit feels right, with an emphasis on the importance of connection in the therapeutic process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Grief

Also Specializes In

Eating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression Coping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Deena Ott have?

Deena Ott has 23 years of experience as a therapist, supporting clients through concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, trauma, and life transitions.

Is Deena Ott a licensed therapist?

Yes. Deena Ott is a licensed therapist and holds the credential LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). She is licensed in Arizona (AZ LCSW LCSW-22029) and Texas (TX LCSW 63436).

In which languages does Deena Ott provide therapy?

Deena Ott provides therapy in English.

Where is Deena Ott located?

Deena Ott is located in Texas.

How can I work with Deena Ott as my therapist?

You can work with Deena Ott through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This offers multiple ways to connect depending on what feels most comfortable and practical for you.

Does Deena Ott work with international clients?

No. Deena Ott does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Deena Ott 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.

Online therapy with practical tools and steady support

Deena Ott integrates evidence-based strategies with a calm, direct style to help clients make sense of what they are experiencing and build skills they can use outside of sessions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing new ways of responding, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and self-esteem concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills add practical tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and communication, supporting people who feel overwhelmed or stuck in intense reactions. Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes learning to notice thoughts, feelings, and body cues with more awareness, helping clients create a little space before reacting and strengthening day-to-day coping.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Deena collaborates with clients to clarify goals, understand what has and has not worked before, and choose strategies that match the client’s needs and preferences, adjusting along the way as therapy unfolds.

Online therapy can make it easier to get consistent support within a busy schedule. Sessions are available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility in how clients connect and how they continue reflecting and practicing between sessions.

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