Dane Darnell, PA

Dane Darnell, PA

Physician Assistant (Psychiatry)
PA
4.82
“He listens to you and understands you totally. It’s hard to find a good and the right Dr. for you. He’s very professional and courteous and has a great sense of humor.”
Kelly H.March 27, 2026
Patients often return
More patients return than other providers in the area
Highly recommended
93% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
97% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.82

Average wait time

4.83

Bedside manner

4.87
“He listens to you and understands you totally. It’s hard to find a good and the right Dr. for you. He’s very professional and courteous and has a great sense of humor.”
Kelly H.March 27, 2026Video visit
“Listen wells to my concerns and address them quickly and always ask question how things are going if issue were resolved or not ”
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About Dane Darnell

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Schizophrenia
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Disability Evaluation
Suicidal Tendencies
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dane Darnell

Dane is a psychiatric specialist provider with years of experience working in both outpatient and hospital consultation settings. He conducts psychiatric evaluations and provides follow-up medication management for individuals with ongoing mental health issues. Dane treats the full spectrum of mental health conditions, including depression and anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and dual diagnosis involving substance use disorders. While he sees patients aged 18 and older, Dane has also worked in inpatient geropsychiatry, caring for patients 55 and older to help stabilize their acute mental health concerns. He earned his Master's in Physician Assistant Studies from King's College. Outside of work, Dane is an avid music lover who typically spends his free time hiking or playing guitar.

What should a new client know about working with you?

As a psychiatric provider specializing in a wide range of conditions, my goal is to work with you to find the right treatment plan to effectively manage your mental health. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, or other psychiatric conditions, I take a thoughtful and personalized approach to treatment. I believe in open, honest communication and will take the time to understand your concerns, goals, and medical history. Together, we’ll carefully evaluate your symptoms and discuss options to ensure that your treatment plan is tailored to your specific needs. I prioritize ongoing monitoring and adjustments, ensuring that we are always optimizing your care for the best possible results. I understand that starting or adjusting medications can feel overwhelming, which is why I make sure you feel supported throughout the entire process. My aim is to help you achieve symptom relief, improve your quality of life, and give you the tools you need to thrive.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

When you first come in for an appointment, we'll start by taking the time to discuss your medical history, current symptoms, and any previous treatments you’ve tried. I’ll work with you to understand how your symptoms are affecting your daily life and overall well-being. Together, we’ll review the best course of action possible to address your concerns. As a psychiatric specialist provider, my role is to carefully evaluate your needs and recommend solutions that can help stabilize your mood, reduce symptoms, and improve your quality of life. I take a collaborative approach to ensure that you're comfortable with the treatment plan we create together. During follow-up appointments, we’ll monitor your progress, check for side effects, and make adjustments to the treatment plan as needed. I believe in regular communication and will always make time for any questions or concerns you may have along the way. I aim to create a supportive and open environment where you can feel confident in the treatment decisions we make together.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $180 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $120 for 30 minutes

    Popular visit reasons

    Agoraphobia
    Anxiety Disorder
    Pain Management Consultation
    Psychiatry Consultation
    Psychotherapy
    Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
    Sleep Problems
    Young Adult Issues
    Agoraphobia
    Anxiety Disorder
    Pain Management Consultation
    Psychiatry Consultation

    Education and background

    Practice names

    Board certifications

    • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

    Education and training

    • King's College, Master's in Physician Assistant Studies

    NPI number

    1972015154

    Patient reviews

    All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
    Overall rating
    4.82
    Wait time
    4.83
    Bedside manner
    4.87
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    Great listener know what is needed. I would definitely recommend zocdoc. They was on top when I needed help every time.
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Knowledgeable, supportive, good use of therapeutic self, provided good psyched around pharm options. Easy to talk with.
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Dane is Awesome been a patient of his for a few now great listener and just all around great with your issues.
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Amazing Provider. Listens, makes you feel heard and not judged. I’d highly recommend anyone to schedule an appt with Dane!
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Wonderful appointment. They reach out a lot before your appointment. If you miss it you are the only one to blame.
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Dane was awesome. He was patient and thorough, and I appreciated his feedback and look forward to seeing him soon.
    Video visit
    They are definitely thorough and on top of things. They check in throughout the month and I feel heard and not discriminated.
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    Dane is amazing. He is responsive, personable and understanding, i’m very grateful i found him! Highly recommend!!
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    I was deturd from looking for help again everytime I looked into it was a long wait Dr and app with needs were meet simple
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    This was just a review of medication that I am currently taking. was expecting some talk treatment.
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Dane is wonderful, he is very knowledgeable and has provided exceptional treatment!
    Verified patientVideo visit
    I saw Cox, Dane is on leave. I liked him. He listened and I’m going to continue care with him.
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    Dane is wonderful. He listens, is eager to discuss what's on your mind, open-minded, and knowledgeable.
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Compassionate guy, used his prior experiences to show solidarity which was comforting
    Video visit
    He listening to my concerns, I didnt feel rushed or judged, He was amazing all around
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    He made the process super helpful and informative. Seamless! So happy to have a psych PA like Dane!
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    Dane was excellent! He immediately made me feel comfortable and heard. Highly recommend!
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    My provider is the smartest and nicest Psych provider I’ve ever seen in my life
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    Office rescheduled my appointment and then the provider never showed up.
    Video visit
    Wonderful Provider. Makes you feel very comfortable and at ease. Highly recommend!
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Exactly what you'd hope for - listens, offers options to consider, easy to talk to. A+
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Very professional and friendly. Was not rushed and he was very thorough. Highly recommend.
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    Very informative about any question or concerns I had.
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    Dane is an amazing person to talk too. He really digs deep into what you tell him
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    He was extremely informative and just an overall outstanding appointment.
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    A wonderful and empathetic Doctor, who took my needs seriously. 4 Stars!
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    A wonderful person who listened and spoke with clarity. Easy to talk to.
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    He's a good doctor helped me find what I needed. He's easy to talk to.
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    The doctor listening very well. He was very helpful and friendly
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Yes I would go back because he found what I needed.
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Doctor Darnell listened to my concerns and gave me options.
    Verified patientVideo visit
    He listens to you and understands you totally. It’s hard to find a good and the right Dr. for you. He’s very professional and courteous and has a great sense of humor.
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Listen wells to my concerns and address them quickly and always ask question how things are going if issue were resolved or not
    Video visit
    My doctor has a great bedside manner. I feel a good connection with him. He remembers your last visit and I appreciate all of his help.
    Verified patient
    How I would describe my experience with Dr. Dane is he's very thorough, he's really caring . He's clear, and he helps me understand my symptoms better.
    Verified patientVideo visit
    excellent!
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    Very good listener and very knowledgeable about any concerns or issue I was dealing with and most of all very patient and understanding my needs and concerns and addressed all my issue quickly would definitely recommend to anyone one of the best provider for sure
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    The most terribly organized people I have ever interacted with. They kept calling me and rescheduling my appointment and then not scheduling the new appointment. Wasted my time 3 times for 3 different appointments and had nothing prepared or together. It took a lengthy discussion with them before they even took accountability and apologized and I never even got to meet with the provider. Would not schedule. BIG waste of time.
    Video visit
    I am very happy with my doctor. He understand my issues and is excellent to talk to. I recommend him emesly. Would never want to charge doctor
    Verified patientVideo visit
    He was wonderful. He understood my needs and was highly knowledgeable and compassionate about my condition. It’s hard to find the right Dr and I believe he is it for me. A good vibe. Thank you. Kelly
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    I liked him he seems like a great doctor and he really seemed to hear me and helped me figure out a solution very fast !! Cant wait for the next doctor appointment.
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    Dean is the most understanding doc I would not see anyone else helps me with any issues listens feedback awesome if there were more stars I would give him to many.
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    He was very empathetic and listened to my concerns and needs and sought out the best possible course of action to helping me stay on a healthy path of trying to curve my anxiety. Looking forward to continuing my appointments with him
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    Very easy to get appointment. Really like Chris , I know he will help me. Anyone needs to talk to someone for help. This is a great place to go
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    Dane is understanding, helpful and patient. He is also an excellent listener, even though I struggled with what I was trying to say. He seems to cover everything thoughtfully and thoroughly which I really appreciated. I plan to see him again and I do recommend him.
    Video visit
    I felt really heard and understood by Dale. I did not feel judged or misguided and his knowledge and wisdom was clearly exemplified throughout our call. He was great! 10/10 recommend
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    Amazing
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    Excellent experience
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    Great receptionist and a great doctor! :D
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    I booked with a provider in the morning and paid my copay. I received a phone call about 2 hours before my scheduled appointment and was asked to reschedule for an hour later due to the provider being backed up. I said that was fine and proceeded to do all of my pre appointment paperwork. I logged into the provided link about 10 minutes prior to my appointment time and proceeded to wait for an hour. Finally after the provider never logged in I called the # provided. I was told they will check with the provider to see what happened, I was told there must have been a mix up or misunderstanding with the appointment on the providers end. Understood mistakes happen, now when I asked if the Dr. was available to log in I was told no I would have to reschedule for the next day and that they would refund my copay but that it would take up to 3 business days and that I would need to pay another copay for the appointment the next day. Completely unacceptable.
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    Is Dane Darnell accepting new patients?

    Dane Darnell generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dane Darnell's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

    Does Dane Darnell accept my insurance?

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    Which board certifications does Dane Darnell have?

    Dane Darnell is certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

    What are common reasons for patients to see Dane Darnell?

    Dane Darnell frequently sees patients for Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dane Darnell on their profile.

    What languages does Dane Darnell speak?

    Dane Darnell speaks English.

    How do patients rate Dane Darnell in reviews?

    397 patients have reviewed Dane Darnell. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.82/5. They have a 4.87/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.83/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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