Darlene is currently finishing her master’s degree at Yorkville University. Darlene earned BA degrees in both Psychology and Literature at CSULB and a multiple-subject teaching credential from Vanguard University in California. Her first passion was teaching; today, she channels her passion into working with children, teens, couples, and families experiencing symptomology related to neurodiversity and ADHD, bullying, learning challenges, or navigating IEPs and the educational system. She has experience working with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, and PTSD, and has worked in the addiction field for many years. Darlene values her cultural heritage and is a proud member of the Choctaw tribe of Oklahoma, USA. She values your family’s history and spiritual practices and encourages you to communicate what is vital to you.

Darlene delights in empowering clients to initiate meaningful change in their lives and supports them as they courageously explore new ideas and solutions. She is a creative thinker and problem solver. Her experience with concurrent disorders and substance misuse has informed her calm, non-judgemental perspective. In a session with Darlene, you can expect a warm welcome, genuine kindness, and an occasional moment of levity. She is authentic, curious, and insightful. She wants you to succeed in achieving your goals and dreams.