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Darlene Amin, LMHC

  • Experience13 years
  • LocationFlorida
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy
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About Darlene

Darlene Amin is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) in Florida who blends evidence-based therapies with a client-centered stance to support people facing a range of challenges.

Background and approach

She draws on 13 years of experience in the mental health field and applies approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to address stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, ADHD, grief, and intimacy-related concerns.

Her practice privileges the client’s perspective, listening carefully to what matters most and working collaboratively to set practical goals. Darlene integrates solution-focused strategies to streamline progress and uses skills-based methods when coping with mood disorders, substance-related problems, sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem struggles, and career or life-purpose questions.

She also brings attention to co-occurring issues like chronic pain and multicultural concerns while tailoring interventions to individual needs. Services are offered in English to residents of Florida, and sessions are delivered through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Prospective clients can begin by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling according to her availability.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care



Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it useful for mood disorders, stress, and many anxiety-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can support people struggling with intense emotions or relationship difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative and part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and presenting concerns to determine which combination of methods is likely to fit best, and will adjust strategies as progress unfolds.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for scheduling and location. These formats make it easier to access care from home or work and allow therapists to use targeted exercises, skills coaching, and session-based homework in ways that fit a client’s daily routine.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, ADHD, and related concerns such as grief, intimacy issues, sleep problems, anger, and low self-esteem.
What is her overall therapy style?
Her work combines client-centered listening with structured, evidence-based methods like CBT and DBT, along with acceptance-focused strategies to help clients clarify values and build practical skills.
How much experience does she bring?
She has 13 years of experience in the mental health field, applying a range of therapeutic approaches across mood, trauma, and addiction-related presentations.
Where is she licensed and available?
She is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor, listed as FL LMHC MH11773, and practices with clients who reside in Florida.
Does she work in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are provided in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are offered?
Clients may meet by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Chronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English

What Darlene can help with

Darlene Amin works with clients on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, and depression.

Darlene works with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, and substance abuse.

How Darlene approaches therapy

Darlene's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Experience and training

Darlene is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Florida.