Therapist profile
Dr. Darlene Anderson, LPC, LCMHC
Virginia
Dr. Darlene Anderson LPC, LCMHC - Stress and Relationship work
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- CredentialsLPC, LCMHC
- LicenseLPC, Virginia / 0701008182; LCMHC, North Carolina / 7295
- NPI1164661880
- Experience20 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationVirginia
About
- CBT strategies
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Darlene
Dr. Darlene Anderson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina with 20 years of experience. She works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, anger, addictions, grief, and life changes. Sessions focus on practical steps people can use to manage difficult feelings and improve daily functioning.
Before becoming a counselor she completed graduate study in counseling and later earned a doctorate in social work. Her background includes work in community mental health settings, schools, hospitals, and private practice. That variety shaped a practice aimed at clear problem solving and steady support.
In sessions she uses methods drawn from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. She combines talk and skills practice so people can notice patterns and test new ways of responding. The approach is direct and focused on what someone needs right now.
People come to her for help with relationship problems, parenting strain, career stress, body image concerns, and issues tied to substance use. She also addresses trauma, attachment concerns, and mood conditions such as bipolar disorder. Case examples are discussed in plain language and steps for change are concrete.
Her practice in Virginia is geared toward adults seeking practical strategies for managing anger, communication problems, and recurring life stressors. Prospective clients are invited to review online therapy options and complete a short questionnaire to begin the matching process.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Dr. Anderson uses cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy alongside client-centered methods. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce anger and anxiety. DBT emphasizes practical skills such as grounding, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance for intense moments. Client-centered work means listening to what matters most and shaping sessions around those goals.Finding the right approach is collaborative. She will discuss what someone needs, try interventions, and adjust based on what helps. The aim is to pick methods that fit the person’s goals and daily life rather than following a fixed plan.
Confirm the session formats she currently offers before booking. Once formats are known, online sessions can make scheduling easier and help therapy fit into work, family, and caregiving routines. Some formats can shorten check-ins, others allow face-to-face conversation by video, and phone options can work when bandwidth or camera use is limited. These practical choices are intended to reduce barriers to regular sessions and make it simpler to practice skills between appointments.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Virginia, North Carolina
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, anger, addictions, grief, and life changes among other issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style blends client-centered conversation with skill-based approaches like CBT and DBT so people can name patterns and try new responses.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of clinical experience in community settings, schools, hospitals, and private practice.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds LPC and LCMHC credentials and practices in Virginia while also holding North Carolina licensure.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first appointment?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.