Diane Marie Hoekstra, PhD, is a compassionate psychologist who employs a supportive yet directive approach to therapy, focusing primarily on adults. With over nine years of experience in residential treatment with adolescents and their families, Diane's background sets her apart in a field often dominated by outpatient practitioners. Her collaborative style emphasizes the importance of understanding how one's internal working model of relationships shapes present interactions, mood, and overall quality of life. Diane is dedicated to educating her clients about the therapeutic process, ensuring they are engaged and informed throughout their journey. She specializes in addressing trauma and PTSD, utilizing modalities such as Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Humanistic approaches, Psychodynamic techniques, and Relational therapy. As a Certified Advanced Practitioner in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, developed by Pat Ogden, PhD, Diane focuses intently on the interconnection between thoughts, emotions, and bodily experiences, fostering healing and personal growth in her clients.