Darlene Allen Nichols, LCPC, NCC, PhD, IL

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

About Darlene Allen Nichols

Focus areas

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Stress

Self Esteem Issues

Social Anxiety

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Family Systems

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Emotionally Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Darlene Allen Nichols

As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I specialize in trauma, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, stress, and self-esteem issues. My approach is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. I strive to create a safe space where clients feel heard and supported while building resilience and developing practical strategies to move forward. My focus is to help individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. I also support clients working through relationship concerns, depression, and personal growth, integrating both faith-based and evidence-based practices when desired. Together, we work toward healing, growth, and lasting positive change.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Office location

Darlene Allen Nichols, LCPC, NCC, PhD also offers online video visits for patients

Geode Health

9730 S Western Ave, Ste 206, Evergreen Park, IL 60805

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Education and background

Practice names

Geode Health

Board certifications

National Board for Certified Counselors

Education and training

Governors State University, Master’s in Marriage and Family Counseling
Capella University, Doctorate in Organizational Leadership Development
DePaul University, Master's in Business Administration
DePaul University (Bachelor's)
Grace Theological Seminary (Doctorate)

NPI number

1447999016

Patient reviews

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Overall rating

5.00

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What practice does Darlene Allen Nichols work with?

Darlene Allen Nichols works with Geode Health.

Where is Darlene Allen Nichols's office located?

Darlene Allen Nichols has 2 office locations in Evergreen Park, view full addresses on Darlene Allen Nichols's profile.

Which board certifications does Darlene Allen Nichols have?

Darlene Allen Nichols is certified by National Board for Certified Counselors.

What are common reasons for patients to see Darlene Allen Nichols?

Darlene Allen Nichols frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Darlene Allen Nichols on their profile.