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Description
Diane M. Hoekstra PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist and trauma therapist with over 30 years of experience helping adults heal from childhood and adult trauma. She specializes in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, a mind-body approach that integrates neuroscience, somatic awareness, and compassionate talk therapy. Dr. Hoekstra works intuitively and holistically, supporting clients in emotional, psychological, and spiritual growth through a gentle approach to healing.
Professional Memberships
American Psychological Association
Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychologists
Northern Virginia Clinical Psychologists
Member, Society for the Psychology of Religion and Spirituality, American Psychological Association (APA)
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute Professional Association (SPIPA)
Trauma-Specific Training and Certifications
Certified Sensorimotor Psychotherapist; Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute, 2021.
Certified Spiritually Informed Therapist, Dr. Amy Robbins, 2025.
Circle of Security® Parenting™️ Facilitator
Intuition in Psychotherapy Study Group Led by Marilyn Stickle - Author of Intuition in Psychotherapy: From Research to Practice 2019. (Cohorts 2-present).
Completed Advanced Training in Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment (TIST) Developed by Janina Fisher, PhD.
TIST Supervision Group (monthly, led by Janina Fisher (2018-2022).
Consultation Group on Spirituality in Psychotherapy, monthly, led by Dr. Amy Robbins (9/25 to present).
Consultation Group on Complex Trauma, monthly, led by Jenn Gardner, LCSW; Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Trainer, 2022-Present.
Cultures Identified With
White American
Language
English
Sessions
Hybrid
Supervision / Training
Provides Supervision
Populations
Migration & Displacement
LGBTQIA+ Identity
Sex Workers
Neurodiversity and Development
Health, Disability, and Accessibility
Socio-Economic Vulnerability
Individual
Ages
Adults (18–64)
Older Adults (65+)
Trauma Specialities
Childhood & Developmental Trauma
Complex Trauma & Dissociation
Single-Event Trauma
Grief & Loss
Medical & Reproductive Trauma
Modalities
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Ego State Therapy
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
Attachment-Based Trauma Therapy
Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Others
Fee Range
USD $200+
Trauma Expertise Level
Trauma Specialist