What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
About Darlene Gardner
Focus areas
Depression
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Relationship Struggles
Life Transition
Psychological Trauma
Self Esteem Issues
Mood Disorders
Racism Issues
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Christian Counseling
Trauma Focused
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
ChristianEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Darlene Gardner
Hi, I’m Sashauna Gardner, LCSW-C, LICSW, and founder of Destined for Healing. I’m a licensed therapist with nearly a decade of experience supporting individuals and couples through life transitions, emotional pain, trauma recovery, and relational struggles. My work is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and rooted in clinical best practices. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, identity concerns, faith-related pain, childhood trauma, and emotionally unavailable relationships. While I welcome clients of all backgrounds, I also offer Christian-integrated therapy for those who wish to include their faith.
I specialize in trauma informed, faith-sensitive therapy that honors your story and makes space for healing at your pace. Together, we'll explore how early family dynamics, spiritual wounds, or unhealed relational patterns may be shaping your present struggles and help you break free from cycles of silence, performance, or self-neglect. I believe healing is sacred work and I see therapy as a safe and collaborative space to process grief, anxiety, complex family ties, and major life transitions without shame. If you're looking for a therapist who honors both your clinical needs and your spiritual journey, I invite you to connect. Let's build something rooted in truth, safety and restoration.
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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.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Walden University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1629891593
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Is Darlene Gardner accepting new patients?
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What practice does Darlene Gardner work with?
Darlene Gardner works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Darlene Gardner?
Darlene Gardner frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Darlene Gardner on their profile.
What languages does Darlene Gardner speak?
Darlene Gardner speaks English.