LPC
Dr. Darlene Groomes, LPC
- Experience4 years
- LocationMichigan
- Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
- Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Darlene
Dr. Darlene Groomes is an LPC practicing in Michigan who emphasizes a client-centered, integrative approach to counseling.
Background and approach
She blends evidence-based methods such as cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness with relational work to address stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, trauma, and ADHD among other concerns. With four years of professional experience, she draws on a holistic view that considers physical, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions when supporting clients.
Her work includes attention to self-esteem, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and family dynamics, career transitions, and coping with life changes. Dr.
Groomes also lists focus on areas such as autism and Asperger syndrome, body image, substance-related concerns, and compassion fatigue. She aims to create an accepting, direct therapeutic space where clients are heard and validated, and she will refer to local resources when a different match would better serve a person’s needs.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a nonjudgmental, collaborative relationship where the client’s perspective guides the work. This approach helps people explore needs, values, and goals while feeling heard and accepted. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical strategies to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improved interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful when intense emotions or relationship difficulties are present.
Deciding which method to emphasize is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to consider their goals, symptoms, and preferences and then tailor an approach that blends techniques as needed. Flexibility in method is part of the therapeutic plan rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription.
Online therapy with this clinician is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase accessibility and fit different schedules. These options allow for consistent contact and continuity of care when in-person meetings are not possible, supporting ongoing skill practice and timely check-ins while accommodating clients’ routines and commitments.
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Experience
4+ years
Licensed
Michigan
Languages
English
What Darlene can help with
Dr. Darlene Groomes works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, and self esteem.
Darlene has had clinical experience working with clients who experience trauma, loss and grief, disability, family issues, and body image challenges.
How Darlene approaches therapy
Darlene's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Experience and training
Darlene is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Michigan, with 4 years of clinical experience.