Deanna Russo

Whatever you're going through, someone else has likely navigated a similar path.
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As an associate marriage and family therapist, I provide a safe space for voicing the hard things, breathing through them, and discovering alternatives. 
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My certifications in Conflict Resolution and Best Practices for High-Conflict Families allow me to work with a spectrum of relationship dynamics, including situations where only one parent is willing to take the lead. While my primary focus is supporting families transitioning into two homes, I also collaborate with couples committed to strengthening their romantic connection. Together, we can practice effective communication styles that are free from judgement and shame. This includes exploring topics such as sexual or gender identity, polyamory, and ethical non-monogamy. 
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I earned my master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University Worldwide, graduating summa cum laude. My journey began in the clinical setting where I conducted groups for an intensive outpatient mental health facility. After that, I transitioned into private practice. In 2020, my son was diagnosed with a developmental disability, which provided with me a unique skillset in supporting individuals with neurodivergence in all forms. Now, I coach parents with disabled children how to advocate for support through the regional center. I also accept SDP funds as an FMS vendor. 
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In my practice, I employ a variety of modalities, integrating Internal Family Systems, Narrative Therapy, and Somatic Experience techniques. My approach is always client-centered, creating a collaborative and inclusive environment during our sessions to help you achieve your therapeutic goals.
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"Let us not look back in anger, nor forward in fear, but around us in awareness.”
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- James Thurber
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