What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.96
Average wait time
4.97
Bedside manner
5.00
“I really enjoyed my intake appointment with Deija. Very professional and personable! I look forward to continuing my wellness journey with her. Happy to provide an update once we've had more than one session :)”
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“Wonderful appointment, Dejia was really kind and understanding, especially in validating my struggles with ADHD. I feel she asked all the right questions, and I can't wait for my next appointment with her.”
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About Deija Mccalla
Focus areas
Anxiety
Life Transition
Racism Issues
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Self Esteem Issues
Depression
Psychological Trauma
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Attachment-based
Compassion Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Deija Mccalla
Deija is a Brooklyn-based Mental Health Counselor with a Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University. She is passionate about providing culturally competent and inclusive mental health care to people with diverse backgrounds and intersectionalities. Deija works with clients ranging from adolescents to older adults and specializes in treating Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and PTSD. She has experience addressing a wide range of concerns, including grief, abuse, familial conflict, life transitions, racial identity, women's issues, ADHD, and autism.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Deija understands that it can be a struggle to find someone who understands you for who you are, as well as the impact of your complex experiences and is dedicated to fostering a safe space to feel understood, foster personal growth and to improve overall self-confidence and self-esteem.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Deija utilizes a person-centered approach and integrates psychodynamic, cognitive, and somatic theory and techniques to target and heal acute and chronic symptoms. When working together, she will focus on getting to the root of your struggles and cultivating tailored and realistic goals that are geared towards improving your overall quality of life.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Northwestern University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1710726732
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.96
Wait time
4.97
Bedside manner
5.00
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Truly enjoyed my first meeting. It was comforting, direct, and we dove right in. I am looking forward to continuing meeting.
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Awesome experience. So grateful to embark on my self fulfilling journey with her guidance.
August 19, 2024Initials hiddenVideo visit
The practitioner was great! Great listener, good feedback and recommendations.
February 6, 2025Teresa E.Verified patientVideo visit
Absolutely amazing session. Looking forward to attend plenty more.
July 24, 2024Shanice D.Verified patientVideo visit
A well rounded and kind therapist with tons of knowledge !
September 23, 2024Epifania G.Verified patientVideo visit
I really enjoyed my intake appointment with Deija. Very professional and personable! I look forward to continuing my wellness journey with her. Happy to provide an update once we've had more than one session :)
December 3, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
Good first impression so far!
June 9, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
Wonderful appointment, Dejia was really kind and understanding, especially in validating my struggles with ADHD. I feel she asked all the right questions, and I can't wait for my next appointment with her.
May 17, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
I've only had one session with Deija so far, and I felt our first conversation was extremely productive. She was attentive and provided actionable feedback. As we talked further, we began formulating a plan to help me address the issues I wanted to work on. I highly recommend Deija and look forward to our next session to dive deeper into our discussion.
March 14, 2025Sean C.Verified patientVideo visit
I certainly would go back to Deija. She's the first therapist I've had who culturally understood me, didn't talk down to me, and made me feel normal.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
My sessions with Deija are not only productive but impactful in my everyday life. Bigger than that, she has adapted to my unique style of communication, creating a space for me to feel heard during the gaps between our appointments. I can only praise her quick thinking, relatable methods, and calming demeanor. Although we have not been seeing each other very long, the improvement I've felt from our time together demands that I highly recommend Deija to anyone seeking a patient, kind, and competent mental health professional.
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Is Deija Mccalla accepting new patients?
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Does Deija Mccalla accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Deija Mccalla online?
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What practice does Deija Mccalla work with?
Deija Mccalla works with New Generation Mental Health Counseling.
What are common reasons for patients to see Deija Mccalla?
Deija Mccalla frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Deija Mccalla on their profile.
What languages does Deija Mccalla speak?
Deija Mccalla speaks English.
How do patients rate Deija Mccalla in reviews?
45 patients have reviewed Deija Mccalla. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.96/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.97/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.