Deanna Mullins

Practical, compassionate care for life transitions

LCSW Idaho

Experience: 20 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Deanna

Deanna Mullins is a licensed clinical social worker who supports people coping with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, depression, and a broad range of life transitions and behavioral concerns.

Background and approach

With two decades of clinical experience, she blends practical strategies and compassionate listening to help clients identify patterns that contribute to distress and develop clearer, actionable steps forward. Her practice emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental environment where emotions and thoughts can be explored safely.

Deanna uses evidence-informed tools such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside mindfulness-based methods and other approaches suited to each person's needs. She encourages collaboration and gradual skill-building so clients can practice new ways of responding to difficult feelings and situations.

Licensed in Idaho and Oregon as an LCSW (ID LCSW LCSW-35099, OR LCSW L12028), Deanna works with people facing concerns ranging from addiction and relationship struggles to parenting challenges, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and issues related to illness, caregiving, or bereavement. Her orientation is practical and supportive, aiming to empower clients to pursue meaningful change at a sustainable pace.

Evidence-Informed Therapies and Online Options

Deanna integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into her online work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replacing them with practical coping skills to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. ACT emphasizes values-guided action and learning to accept difficult internal experiences while committing to meaningful life changes, which can help with grief, chronic stress, and life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. She collaborates with each client to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts techniques as progress unfolds so therapy feels tailored and relevant.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These formats make it possible to schedule care around work, caregiving, or health needs and to maintain continuity during times of change, while still working with licensed professionals using structured, evidence-informed methods.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Deanna address?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, parenting and eating concerns, self-esteem and anger, bipolar and ADHD-related challenges, plus many other focus areas such as caregiving stress and chronic illness.

What is her general therapeutic style?

Deanna combines practical, skills-based techniques with empathic listening, creating a nonjudgmental space where clients can explore emotions and develop strategies for change.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She brings 20 years of professional experience working with a wide range of concerns and life stages.

What are her credentials and location?

She is an LCSW licensed in Idaho and Oregon with the following identifiers: ID LCSW LCSW-35099 and OR LCSW L12028, and she practices from Idaho.

Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

Which session formats are available?

Clients can work with her through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityDivorce and separationEmptinessFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Idaho, Oregon

Languages

English