Diana LaPenna, AMFT

Hi, I’m Diana LaPenna, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in emotionally focused, attachment-based couples therapy. I help couples recognize and shift unhelpful patterns, deepen empathy, and build secure, lasting connections. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and rooted in the belief that healthy relationships are the foundation for individual and family well-being.

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I hold advanced training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), including completion of ICEEFT’s Level 2 Core Skills. I also draw from the Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Inner Child Work to support emotional understanding and connection.

When working with youth and adolescents, I integrate play-based and developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions to help them feel safe, understood, and empowered. During my time at the City of Chino Human Services, I gained experience in both school-based and agency settings. I provided therapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I also led a teen therapy group for adolescents navigating complex family and relational dynamics. In my role as a Counselor II, I collaborated with school administrators and supported trainees in delivering compassionate, client-centered care.

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I earned my Master’s in Couples and Family Therapy (formerly known as Marriage and Family Therapy) from Alliant International University, California School of Professional Psychology. I am an AMFT (Associate #151539, CA / #3771, CT).