I’m Dejanae, I work with:
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Teens
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Young Adults
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College Students
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Early-career professionals
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Especially BIPOC clients navigating trauma, burnout, body image challenges, identity-related concerns, and systemic and cultural stressors
My style is relational, real, and grounded. We take our time here and unpack it all with tender care.
How I Operate
I believe you’re the expert on your life. We work together to make sense of what you’re feeling, where it’s coming from, and what can change.
I work from a trauma-informed, collaborative approach and pull from EMDR, attachment-based therapy, emotion-focused work, and strengths-based tools. I also consider the broader social and cultural systems that shape your experiences, including identity, access, and lived context.
You may also see Summer around the office during
in-person sessions. She is a gentle, people-loving dog who can offer an added sense of comfort if desired.
About Me Personally
When I’m not in session, you’ll probably find me with my Shiba Inu, testing out a new baking recipe in the kitchen, or relaxing with a book. I also really love traveling, especially solo. There’s something about it that feels grounding, liberating, and like a reset all at once.
I believe therapists should have their own therapy, support systems, and spaces for reflection. I take that seriously in my own life, and it’s important to me to keep doing my own work so I can show up grounded, present, and human in the room with my clients.
That belief is a big part of why I created Tender Luxe Therapy, a space rooted in the idea that therapy can feel both tender and intentional. “Luxe” isn’t about luxury in the traditional sense; it’s about the quality of attention, presence, and care that honors your story and your pace. It’s a space for honest, relational work where you don’t have to shrink, perform, or have it all figured out; just show up as you are and be met with respect, curiosity, and care.
Frequently Asked Questions
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