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Darlena Austin, LCSW

Darlena Austin, LCSW

Psychotherapist
MD
4.92
“She is an absolute 10! I love that she is Christian and solution oriented. I know I was meant to receive assistance from her, and I look forward to each of my sessions. Truly God-sent!”
Highly recommended
92% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.92

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“She is an absolute 10! I love that she is Christian and solution oriented. I know I was meant to receive assistance from her, and I look forward to each of my sessions. Truly God-sent!”
More than 1 year ago
“My experience with Darlena was amazing. She is a solutions oriented therapist who gets to the root of an issue. She is patient and thoughtful. I enjoyed working with her during a difficult time in my life. I was pleased with the strategies she provided and her willingness to listen and provide useful tips to help me deal with family and relationship concerns that I was having.”
More than 1 year ago

About Darlena Austin

Focus areas

Relationship Struggles
Stress Management

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Families
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Narrative
Emotionally Focused
Psychodynamic
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Darlena Austin

Hello, I am Darlena. As a Christian psychotherapist, I am dedicated to helping women navigate their personal journeys of self-love, self-discovery, and growth. I am thrilled to create a sacred space with you, where the transformative power of God's Word intertwines seamlessly with clinically proven strategies. If you find yourself questioning your worth or feeling stuck due to past experiences of hurt, shame, rejection, or humiliation, I'm here to support you. Together, we can rewrite the parts of your story that have given you a false version of yourself, allowing you to live, love, and create from the truest version of who you are. With over 25 years of experience, I have assisted countless individuals, couples, and families in overcoming difficult and unexpected challenges. Life often presents us with opportunities to delve deeper into ourselves, and I am passionate about partnering with you during these transformative moments. I believe that you are the common denominator in your life, and when you initiate change within yourself, every area of your life will follow suit. I invite you to leverage my expertise and embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Together, we can explore your past experiences, challenge self-limiting beliefs, and develop strategies for lasting change. Let's partner as you create the life you desire and deserve. A Few Notes: My session times are in Central Daylight Time My No show fee is $125 (the session fee, so please communicate you have an emergency, or your schedule changes. I understand life happens.) My Late Cancellation (less than 24 hour notice) is $125 (the session fee, so please communicate you have an emergency, or your schedule changes. I understand life happens.)

What should a new client know about working with you?

When you partner with me expect a transformative journey towards self-discovery and growth. I love witnessing my clients experience moments of self-revelation, those "a-ha" moments where they tap into their true greatness. Together, we will focus on shedding feelings of low self-esteem, silencing the inner critic, and disarming the power of past shaming events. Our sessions will be safe and supportive, free from judgment. I will provide strategies that deepen your self-love and develop a healthier relationship with yourself. Through our collaborative work, you will learn strategies of change that will continue to serve you long after our time together comes to an end. My ultimate goal is to empower you to embrace your true potential in creating the life you desire.

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More information on payments and coverage

Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.

Popular visit reasons

Cognitive Therapy
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
Parenting Counseling
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Therapy
Cognitive Therapy
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
Parenting Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Catholic University of America, Master’s in Social Work

NPI number

1528592896

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.92
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Beautiful and positive person inside out. Very thankful that this site helped me to find her.
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I appreciate that she always gives me some work to do and challenges me to rethink things
I look forward to participating in all of my sessions, which has been invaluable.
I felt heard, respected, and not judged. It was a nice experience.
Video visit
She allows me to express my feelings without judgement.
My provider is understanding and helps me reach my goals.
She has helped me tremendously with my confidence.
She has helped me tremendously with my confidence.
Humbled, very patient with a great spirit.
Humbled, very patient with a great spirit.
She is an absolute 10! I love that she is Christian and solution oriented. I know I was meant to receive assistance from her, and I look forward to each of my sessions. Truly God-sent!
My experience with Darlena was amazing. She is a solutions oriented therapist who gets to the root of an issue. She is patient and thoughtful. I enjoyed working with her during a difficult time in my life. I was pleased with the strategies she provided and her willingness to listen and provide useful tips to help me deal with family and relationship concerns that I was having.
Darlena was very intentional about creating a safe space for our intake appointment. She listened deeply and provided many insights and tools to explore in preparation for our future sessions and therapeutic work together. Her passion for supporting growth and educating clients is apparent and I’m looking forward to the upcoming journey.
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MEA AUSTIN MAKES ME FEEL HOPEFUL.
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What are common reasons for patients to see Darlena Austin?

Darlena Austin frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Darlena Austin on their profile.

What languages does Darlena Austin speak?

Darlena Austin speaks English.

How do patients rate Darlena Austin in reviews?

49 patients have reviewed Darlena Austin. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.92/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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