Meet Deana Baker, LPC

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I'm Deana, a Licensed Professional Counselor and the heart behind Cambiare Counseling & Assessment. I created Cambiare to be the opposite of a cold, clinical office: a quiet, welcoming space where you can slow down, breathe, and feel genuinely heard.

My style is open-minded and down-to-earth. I meet people exactly where they are, without judgment, and we move at a pace that feels right for you. My goal is to help each person find a little more balance in their personal life, their work, and their relationships, and to leave our work together with a stronger sense of empowerment and self-worth.

How I work

There's no rigid program or one-size-fits-all worksheet here. I draw on proven approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family-systems work, and the Gottman Method for couples, and tailor them to your goals rather than the other way around. Whether you come in with something specific or just a sense that things feel off, we'll figure it out together.

Who I work with

I work with adolescents, teens, young adults, and adults, generally ages 12 and up, including individuals and couples. Cambiare is a welcoming, affirming space for people of every background, identity, and belief.

• Anxiety, depression, and stress
• Life changes, grief, and college adjustments
• Couples and marriage, communication, and work-home balance

I also offer group counseling, and I'm always glad to start a new group when there's interest. If that's something you're hoping for, let me know and we'll work toward it together.

Sessions

I see clients in person in Waco and offer secure video and phone sessions, by appointment, with some flexibility for evenings. Cambiare is Italian for "to change", and change rarely happens all at once. It grows quietly, one honest conversation at a time. When you're ready, I'd be glad to start that conversation with you.