DEZNI TURNER

I help high-achievers UNTANGLE anxiety, RECOVER FROM burnout, & SHOW UP WITH self-trust INSTEAD OF guilt.

let me introduce myself

LICENSED THERAPIST // SENSE OF HUMOR // MOM OF 3 // COFFEE OBSESSED SNACK QUEEN // TYPE AB // BOUNDARY ENFORCER // UNFILTERED

I became a therapist because I was tired of watching high-achievers burn out quietly behind fake smiles and color-coded calendars. I’ve been the one overthinking every decision, saying yes while screaming no inside, and pretending “I’m fine” when I wasn’t.

Now, I help people unlearn those patterns - without shame.

My approach blends real-life strategy with deep emotional work. You won’t get vague affirmations or “just think positive” here, just honest support, big insight, and practical tools for actual change. Whether we’re talking anxiety, perfectionism, or boundaries, you get to show up fully, mess and all.

I’VE HELPED MY CLIENTS SEE RESULTS LIKE…

  • LEARNING TO SAY NO WITHOUT SPIRALING INTO GUILT OR ANXIETY

  • LETTING GO OF THE PRESSURE TO BE EVERYTHING TO EVERYONE

  • RESTORING ENERGY AND NERVOUS SYSTEM REGULATION AFTER CHRONIC BURNOUT

THE FACTS

  • People think I’m an extrovert because I work with people for a living but I’m actually super introverted. I love connection, but I’m also really intentional about where my energy goes.

    Quiet time is how I recharge, reset, and stay grounded so I can keep showing up fully: for my clients, my family, and myself.

  • The high-achievers who look like they’ve got it all together but are quietly unraveling inside.

    The ones who carry the mental load, overthink every text, and can’t remember the last time they rested without guilt.

    They’re smart, capable, and exhausted from trying to hold it all together. 

  • Tahiti or Bora Bora. I want to stay in one of those overwater bungalows in the middle of the ocean where it’s quiet, peaceful, and absolutely nothing is urgent.

    No to-do lists. No mental load. Just the sound of the water, room service, and maybe a book I won’t finish, but I’ll bring it anyway.

  • Chinese food. Extra crunchy egg roll. Duck sauce in every bite of that egg roll. Non-negotiable.

  • You’ll usually find me trying out a new coffee shop, spending time with my kids, or sneaking in a quiet moment to myself (rare, but sacred).

    I’m all about simple joys: a good latte, yummy snacks, and quality time with my favorite people.

    Bonus points if the coffee shop has pastries I don’t have to share.

HERE’S WHAT I LIVE BY

01

BOUNDARIES

I don’t set boundaries to push people away. I set them so I can stay close to who I really am. For me, it’s about intentional boundaries, ones rooted in clarity, not fear. When boundaries are clear, they make space for honesty, connection, and self-respect.

02

CLARITY

If it feels like too much, it probably is. Clarity helps me cut the noise, come back to myself, and make decisions from a place that’s grounded, not panicked. It reminds me that slowing down isn’t weakness. It’s where real alignment starts.

03

SOFTNESS

Softness is my reminder that I’m human, not a machine. I no longer chase hustle just to feel worthy. I choose rest, stillness, and care without apology. Protecting my softness protects my peace. This version of me is rooted, present, and no longer proving.

  • “I ACTUALLY LOOK FORWARD TO MY WEEKLY SESSIONS.”

    Therapy didn’t always feel safe for them. They were used to showing up as the “strong one,” the “fixer,” the one who had it together. Now? They’re learning how to unmask without judgment, feel supported without performing, and finally enjoy showing up for themselves too.

  • “I FINALLY SPOKE UP AT WORK AND DIDN’T SECOND-GUESS IT LATER.”

    They used to replay every conversation, wondering if they sounded rude, dramatic, or “too much.” Together, we untangled the anxiety behind their silence and practiced what it feels like to take up space. That moment at work? It wasn’t just about speaking up. it was about choosing self-trust over fear.

  • “I’VE STOPPED BOTTLING EVERYTHING UP AND STARTED ACTUALLY SAYING WHAT I FEEL.”

    He was tired of feeling like he had to deal with everything alone. In our sessions, we worked through the pressure to “suck it up” and stay quiet. Now, he’s learning to pause, name what’s going on, and communicate without the shutdown or explosion cycle.

BECAUSE BOUNDARIES AREN’T ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL

5 SIGNS YOUR BOUNDARIES AREN’T WORKING (even if you think they are)

You’re saying no more, being more “assertive,” maybe even blocking people. But if you’re still feeling anxious, resentful, or unsure after setting a boundary, it might be time to find your style. Take the free quiz to learn how you actually set boundaries and what to do with that insight.

READY TO WORK TOGETHER?

READY TO WORK TOGETHER?

INDIVIDUAL THERAPY

For high-achievers navigating anxiety, burnout, and people-pleasing cycles. Together, we’ll work through what’s keeping you stuck and build habits, boundaries, and patterns that actually feel good. Therapy that’s honest, supportive, and never sugarcoated.

1:1 Coaching (coming soon)

This isn’t about pushing harder. It’s about doing it differently. Coaching is for those ready to shift patterns, deepen self-trust, and learn their boundary style with strategy and support. It’s not therapy. It’s forward-focused support for those ready to move differently. Get on the waitlist.

clinical supervision (available in the fall 2026)

Real talk. Safe space. Judgment-free support. Supervision with me blends clinical insight, skill-building, and candid reflection so you can grow into the clinician you’re meant to be: with your voice intact, values clear, and confidence growing.