I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in Florida with over 6 years of experience working as a therapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, PTSD, career challenges, self-worth issues, and grief. I also helped many people who have experienced chronic health issues or emotional abuse.
My therapy style is warm, accepting and interactive. I believe in treating each individual with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, acceptance and commitment, psychodynamic and rational-emotive therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment issues, Avoidant Personality, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication problems, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Divorce and separation, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood disorders , Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic Brain Injury, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing
FL LCSW SW12655
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Darlene Averill. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
This therapist isn’t judge mental and is just a kind person.
Written on Apr 10, 2023 after therapy with Darlene for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Amazing!
Helping me through the hardest time in my life. I am so happy to talk with her!
Written on Feb 27, 2023 after therapy with Darlene for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
I don't have the words. I've been in tradition therapy before but my 1st online experience. Darlene is a wonderful therapist and person. She has helped me so much in just 2 weeks I can't wait to see where I am in a few month. Kudos to Betterhelp for having great people like Darlene
Written on Feb 21, 2023 after therapy with Darlene for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
I am just starting on my journey with Darlene, but I am very comfortable with her and I am looking forward to my growth with her guidance.
Written on Feb 17, 2023 after therapy with Darlene for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
I signed up to BetterHelp, seeking the support and guidance regarding grief and issues with boundaries. After just 3 sessions with Darlene Averill, I feel stronger and more confident. I will continue to reach out to see Darlene for additional sessions after my month membership expires, when I need help. BetterHelp has been convenient and very helpful!
Written on Feb 11, 2023 after therapy with Darlene for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief
Darlene is one of the best therapists I’ve had. She truly listens and provides helpful feedback back that shows she is actively working with you to help the situation at hand. She was a light in dark times and helped me stay grounded while also giving tips to help with anxiety outside of sessions when things don’t go as expected. I recommend her and appreciate each session we’ve had together.
Written on Aug 10, 2022 after therapy with Darlene for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem