- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- CBT and mindfulness
About Darlene
Darlene Mayers is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, practicing in Florida with 26 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship concerns, grief, parenting pressures, and related issues such as ADHD and compassion fatigue. She also addresses intimacy-related and career concerns and supports people navigating bipolar mood challenges.
She trained in psychology at Palm Beach Atlantic University and completed a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at Nova Southeastern University. Over more than two decades she has worked with a wide range of concerns including mood and personality issues, substance use, and trauma histories. That background informs how she plans sessions and sets goals with each person.
Her way of working centers on talking through what feels most urgent and practical steps that can be tried between sessions. She uses client-centered methods to listen and reflect, and borrows techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy to spot patterns and test small changes. Mindfulness and DBT-based skills are used to manage strong emotions and reduce reactivity.
Darlene also uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused ideas when people want clear next steps or help shifting habits. These methods are used together, with a focus on what the individual wants to achieve. Sessions typically look at problem-solving, coping skills, and gradual practice of new behaviors.
People who prefer direct, practical work that still allows for careful listening may find this style fits. Before scheduling, clients are encouraged to confirm current session options and any other practical details.
How Darlene applies approaches in online sessions
Darlene draws on client-centered work that focuses on understanding what matters most to the person. That approach emphasizes listening, reflecting, and shaping goals together so sessions stay relevant to everyday problems.She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and to test small, practical experiments that can reduce anxiety or improve mood. Dialectical behavior therapy skills and mindfulness techniques are used to build emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and present-moment awareness when strong feelings arise.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist and client will talk about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, then choose techniques to match those needs. This is a collaborative process that can change as progress is made.
The biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people appreciate online sessions because they can fit therapy around work, appointments, or caregiving by reducing travel time. Other practical benefits include shorter check-ins when needed, not having to be on camera for every meeting, and easier scheduling during busy weeks. Ask about available session types when you arrange the first appointment.
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Experience
26+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Darlene works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting strain, bipolar mood challenges, ADHD, and related concerns listed on her profile.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centered approach combined with cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, DBT skills, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused ideas to create practical steps and coping strategies.
How much experience does she have?
She has 26 years of experience in the mental health field, working with mood disorders, personality concerns, substance use, trauma histories, and related issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMFT licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients served?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and what formats are used?
Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify session formats. Please check available formats when you schedule.
How does pricing work and how do I get started?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.