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Dianne Grande Ph.D.

About

Dianne Grande, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice. She has worked with individuals, couples, and families in the Chicago metropolitan area for over 25 years. Dr. Grande has also worked as a consultant for several assisted-living facilities, where she advised staff and counseled residents and family members. Her undergraduate degree was completed at Brown University, and her graduate degree was obtained at Loyola University of Chicago.

Dr. Grande’s special interest is working with couples to improve their relationship satisfaction. Clients are guided toward managing their own needs so that they may bring self-awareness and personal responsibility to their relationship.

In recent years, Dr. Grande has been featured on Sirius XM, WebTalkRadio, and the Mindful Communication Podcast. She has also been quoted in Woman's World, Fatherly Magazine, and REWIRE. Dr. Grande is a contributing author of articles for ChoosingTherapy.com.

Recent Posts
Coping With Shame and Self-Criticism
When feelings of shame are triggered by self-criticism, it can be intensely painful. It's helpful to distinguish shame from guilt and have some ways to cope with shame.
One-Sided Relationships
Are you always giving in to what others ask of you? Feeling taken advantage of? Learning when to give and when to say "no" is part of building a healthy relationship.
What Parents Should Know About Illness Anxiety Disorder

Illness anxiety disorder (previously called hypochondriasis) occurs in both children and adults. Parents can take steps to minimize the risk of this lifetime anxiety.

Illness anxiety disorder (previously called hypochondriasis) occurs in both children and adults. Parents can take steps to minimize the risk of this lifetime anxiety.

Trigger Warnings on Social Media Posts

In spite of their popularity on social media sites, research consistently shows that trigger warnings may be harmful in 6 ways.

In spite of their popularity on social media sites, research consistently shows that trigger warnings may be harmful in 6 ways.

Are They Lying? 6 Challenges to Interpreting Body Language

Interpreting body language can be a challenge, even for experts. But there are some special situations where it's even more difficult to tell if someone is lying.

Interpreting body language can be a challenge, even for experts. But there are some special situations where it's even more difficult to tell if someone is lying.

Boosting Your Mood Beyond Meds and Therapy

Are you struggling with chronic low mood or low energy? Lifestyle habits may be holding you back from contentment.

Are you struggling with chronic low mood or low energy? Lifestyle habits may be holding you back from contentment.