Dr. Anderson is compassionate, frank, and meets you where you are. Her experience and knowledge has been invaluable to my personal development and growth.
Dr. Darlene Anderson, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Darlene is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Darlene. View 43 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Virginia and North Carolina
Recent reviews
She is amazing!
More about Darlene
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- LPC, LCMHC
Hello, I am Dr. Darlene Anderson, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in the state of North Carolina, and a Nationally Recognized Board Certified Counselor (NCC). I have 30 years of experience working with teens, adults, couples, and families in various settings such as community mental health facilities, schools, hospitals, detention centers, and private practice. I graduated with my bachelors degree from Purdue University - West Lafayette, IN, my masters degree in Counseling from the University of the District of Columbia, and most recently with my doctorate degree in Social Work from Morgan State University - Baltimore, MD in 2018. I have worked with clients in the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina through various issues and concerns, which includes depression, drug and alcohol abuse issues, low self esteem, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflict, codependency issues, trauma, behavioral issues, and stress related issues.
My clinical approaches include the following: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Trauma Focused Therapy .
Taking the steps to improve one's life requires courage, change, and commitment. So great job in taking this first step. I believe that everyone has the internal capacity to bring positive change in their thinking and overall lives . I am here to help you through the process and at the pace in which you are most comfortable.
Looking forward to working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Self-love
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Darlene Anderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164661880.
- LPC · Virginia · 0701008182 · Expires June 2025
- LCMHC · North Carolina · 7295 · Expires June 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Dr. Darlene Anderson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Dr. Anderson is compassionate, frank, and meets you where you are. Her experience and knowledge has been invaluable to my personal development and growth.
She is amazing!
Dr. Anderson is the best! She has a knack for knowing when to push you and when to let things settle for a bit. She has challenged me in all the best ways, and also periodically reminds me to reflect on how much progress I have made.
Dr. Anderson is the best. Kind and patient, but willing to give the tough love when you need it.
Dr. Darlene Anderson is quite amazing, and I feel so grateful to have found her here. She has top-notch training and expansive experience. Dr. Anderson is insightful, thoughtful, patient, professional, and compassionate--to name just a few important characteristics you hope for in a therapist.
Dr. Anderson literally saved my life. She was understanding, empathetic, knowledgeable, and strong. She taught me how to set boundaries and find happiness. I am on my way to my best life. Please consider working with her especially if you have been affected by a narcissist or have issues with family members.
Dr. Anderson is an incredible therapist whose validation, compassion, and realness has immensely helped in my healing over the past year!
Really great listener and understands my concerns.
She is absolutely wonderful. The growth she has helped me to facilitate so far has been beautiful.
Dr. Anderson is amazing, and I feel so fortunate to have discovered her on the BetterHelp platform. She is expertly trained and has incredible experience. She is insightful and compassionate. She leads sessions skillfully pinpointing areas of concerns and providing useful, actionable ideas for healing.
I am grateful for Dr. Anderson. She is a great listener and is always willing to work with me at the level I feel most comfortable at.
Dr. Anderson is the best counselor I’ve ever had. She supports and encourages me when I need it, but also calls me out when I am falling into bad patterns of behavior or of thinking. She listens intently and doesn’t force resolutions or force discussion on topics I’m not in the mood to talk about. She also doesn’t mind if I jump around or quickly switch topics or priorities. She has helped me to set manageable goals and expectations without ever making me feel like I’ve failed if I don’t meet the goals I set in prior sessions.
I hope this will help me long time
Dr Anderson is the best she understands me and gives me good advice on my journey ..Thank u Dr Anderson for everything
I've been in and out of therapy for 18 years and I've never had a connection like I do with Dr. Anderson. She helps me feel great on my wins no matter how small. She helps bring me confidence and encouragement on the things I need to work on. And she calls me on my own (for lack of better words) BS. Every single one of my friends of family that brings up therapy I recommend BetterHelp and find Dr. Anderson !!
After talking with a few therapists Dr Anderson is hands down the best! She is an excellent listener and is very good at making connections between things in my life that I had never thought of before. I would definitely recommend her to other people who may deal with anxiety, relationship issues, or self-esteem issues.
She is amazing. After my time with her, I have progressed dramatically
For years I have thought about doing therapy but have never been willing to spend the money on myself, I always felt selfish and guilty for doing something like this for myself. I finally decided to take the plunge and have been so impressed with how comfortable I feel with Dr. Anderson right from day one. She's super sweet and light hearted, but also takes my concerns seriously and validates my feelings and frustrations. I'm so happy to have been paired with Dr. Anderson, and am so glad I finally decided to do this for myself.
Dr. Anderson is amazing! I am more content with therapy than I ever thought I would be. I am grateful to have found her right in the beginning of my journey. She is compassionate and provides you with practical ways to cope with challenges according to your individual needs.
Dr Anderson is awesome therapist concern about my well being and offer worksheet to assist with my issues..I give her a high five she's the best
I have enjoyed my sessions with Dr. Anderson. She is very attentive. In my opinion the sessions have been very helpful. I am elated that she is my counselor.
Dr. Anderson is so kind supportive and available when I need her most. Thank you so much.
I've really enjoyed working with Dr. Anderson. Other counselors have sometimes made me feel like I had to stick to one topic or "fix" just one thing at a time before I could talk about something new. Dr. Anderson is a great sounding board and has helped me make new connections and see patterns that I had never seen before.
Dr. Anderson is amazing. She doesn’t sugar coat anything while making me feel reassured with my own anxiety and emotions
Dr.Anderson is very patient, wise, honest and a great listener. Breaks things down in a clear way, helped me understand my issues and gives very practical advice. Very positive experience.
Dr. Anderson is very good in dealing with anyone who has been through a traumatic experience. She can pinpoint your problems very well, and offers advice and solutions to work through them. I definitely recommend her for anyone who has gone through traumatic experiences, or any relationship issues.
Dr. Anderson takes the time to listen and provides insightful feedback. She has helped me in a tremendous way as I work through my journey.
Dr. Anderson is a very good listener. Her suggestions are relevant to my needs. I am very pleased with her counseling style.
She is amazing. I have enjoyed my sessions from the very beginning. I am grateful that I found her.
I needed an honest yet patient and wise person and I got that with Dr. Anderson!
Dr. Anderson has the expertise of a social worker and psychologist all combined into one package. She is the perfect person to discuss family issues or interpersonal issues with. I cannot recommend her enough, highly experienced and intelligent with such a warm outgoing nature.
Dr. Anderson has already helped me massively after just two sessions. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field, and is very quick to help me uncover the root of whatever issues I am dealing with, and to offer me guidance on how to move forward.
After trying several counselors I finally found a great fit!
Very respectful and supportive. Offers a variety of support options and is genuinely interested in helping me.
Dr. Anderson is real and super supportive-listening and providing tools and resources for further reflection. I would definitely recommend!
Dr. Anderson is not only very attentive and informative. Although I have only had 2 sessions I’m very excited to continue my mental and emotional healing journey with her assistance.
Sr. Anderson has been amazing! I have really enjoyed working with her and continuing to learn and progress within myself with all of her help and expertise!
Dr. Anderson is a compassionate and kind soul who helped me SO much in a short amount of time. The validation and support she gave me was exactly what I needed, and I am very grateful for her expertise.
Dr.Anderson has really displayed a willingness to want to help me. She is very patient, professional and kind. I look forward to our upcoming appointment. I love the fact that she is very flexible when it comes to scheduling as well!!
Dr. Anderson is so understanding, easy to talk to, and insightful! She allows me to evaluate my situation from new perspectives and helps to guide me through my own thought process.
I really like Dr Anderson .very professional and very helpful during this low time for me..I hope I can afford the sessions after the 3 free ones ..thank u so much
I was really anxious starting counseling and I was sure it wasn’t going to be for me. Dr. Anderson created an environment where I wanted to share and open up. I look forward to my counseling sessions now. She really listens and provides resources that help me further my healing.
Even though it is just the beginning with Dr. Anderson she was been very kind and extremely helpful. She is easily reached and for me that is great because unfortunately I do feel like I have daily occurrence where I need more guidance so by having her to speak with has really helped my anxiety already. I’m excited to proceed with sessions with her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Darlene Anderson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Darlene Anderson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Darlene Anderson speak?
Dr. Darlene Anderson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Darlene Anderson have?
Dr. Darlene Anderson has 20 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Darlene Anderson licensed to practice?
Dr. Darlene Anderson is licensed to practice in Virginia and North Carolina.
Does Dr. Darlene Anderson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Darlene Anderson does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Darlene Anderson offer?
Dr. Darlene Anderson offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Darlene Anderson?
Dr. Darlene Anderson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Darlene Anderson?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.