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Darsha Clark, LPC

Relationships Family conflicts Parenting issues Self esteem, Motivation Coping with life changes
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About me

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Virginia. I have been practicing in the mental health field since 2002 since I obtained my master’s degree from the University of Dayton. I have honed my skills in a variety of settings, such as schools, hospitals, residential facilities, community programs, and in private practice.

I enjoy listening and helping. I believe in the power of “talk therapy.” I once read a quote that says, “What a curious power words have.” This quote suggests that “talk therapy” works and I believe that wholeheartedly. I understand that “Hurt People, Hurt People,” so let’s begin the healing process. When you are hurting you might intentionally or unintentionally hurt people, and relationships with people are vital. I can help you develop healthy relationships and improve relationships with family, friends, and co-workers.

I would love to help you learn and utilize skills that will be a tremendous help during troubling times. I have extensive experience working with adults and children to develop a wide range of skills, such as coping, communication, relaxation, and anger management skills, to name a few. Additionally, I can help families develop strategies to work with children diagnosed with various mental health diagnoses.

Additionally, I can assist you with gaining insight about your actions, by processing your thoughts and feelings. All human beings at one time or another have reacted based on our thoughts and feelings, and the results have not been favorable. Let’s talk about how your thoughts, feelings, and actions are connected. By using a Cognitive Behavioral approach to therapy, I can help you become aware of inaccurate or negative thinking, which I often refer to as Thinking Errors. By doing this you will be able to view difficult situations in a different way and therefore respond and react more effectively.

I also have a passion for Marriage and Family Therapies, as well as, Couple’s Therapy and Premarital Counseling. Our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors inevitably affect our relationships. Individuals in families and marriages often operate from a place of comfort and familiarity, which can be detrimental. Allow me to help your marriage and family become what you desire. Couple’s Therapy is unique, and I can help you navigate the difficulties that tend to be specific to couples. Many times, individuals come to therapy in a reactive manner, but I approach Premarital Counseling in a proactive manner. Let’s create the foundation for a healthy marriage.

I understand that a lot of us are busy with work, family, extracurricular activities, and many other obligations, so in many cases I also use Solution Focused Brief Therapy. Many people believe that therapy only consists of talking about problems, but in Solution Focused Brief Therapy I will work with you to identify positive resources and assist you with implementing concrete strategies to change your future!

Professional experience

20yrs in practice
Relationships Family conflicts Parenting issues Self esteem, Motivation Coping with life changes

Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Depression

Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy

Services offered

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Messaging

License information

VA LPC 0701006235

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Darsha Clark. 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.

I really enjoyed my first session with Darsha. She was direct and to the point. She explained everything to me and listened to all of my concerns. I'm really excited to work with her!

Written on Feb 22, 2022 after therapy with Darsha for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue

Darsha is the most understanding, kind, compassionate, and amazing therapist I have ever had. She cares about the people she helps. And you can really tell she puts her whole heart and soul into everything she does. I have become a better and more patient person because of her, and she is the best therapist anyone could ever ask for.

Written on Jun 27, 2021 after therapy with Darsha for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

my counselor has been exceptional! we have been on the same page since the beginning. She uses the word (as i discussed i wanted in my sessions) and clinically based (CBT) it is amazing to see the growth because of the consistency, transparency and wisdom. such a great tool in my life . worth joining

Written on Dec 19, 2020 after therapy with Darsha for 5 months

Darsha is an incredible counselor. She is supportive and sympathetic while also being firm in holding me accountable. She is very clear and sincere in her communication. I have seen myself grow so much under her counsel and am very grateful to have had the opportunity to meet and work with her. I cannot recommend her enough!

Written on Dec 04, 2020 after therapy with Darsha for 6 months

Great conversations and ideas during my sessions. I feel open to share my thoughts without judgment and response and ideas are always helpful and practical.

Written on Dec 03, 2020 after therapy with Darsha for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, coaching, and adhd

Darsha has been a wonderful therapist the last few months. She has helped me work through a few major life events and the lessons I've learned from her will stay with me as I move forward. She's an excellent listener and asks great questions that really get to heart of issues.

Written on Nov 05, 2020 after therapy with Darsha for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues