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Darlene Narvae, LPC

Experienced New Jersey LPC supporting meaningful change
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Video and phone therapy

About Darlene Narvae

Darlene Narvae is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in New Jersey with 30 years of clinical experience. She has worked with a broad range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, career stressors, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, and ADHD, as well as clients who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.

Her therapeutic manner is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She integrates cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, and rational-emotive approaches to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each person's individual needs. This flexible blend allows her to address symptoms and explore the underlying patterns that contribute to distress.

Darlene emphasizes collaborative work that honors the client’s pace and priorities. She supports people taking the courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life, helping them identify practical strategies and meaningful goals. When clients are ready to begin change, she offers steady guidance and empowerment throughout the process.

Clients who seek support for mood concerns, trauma, relationship and family issues, addiction, self-esteem, grief, or life transitions will find an experienced counselor who adapts methods to fit unique circumstances and strengths.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Darlene Narvae have?

Darlene Narvae has 30 years of experience.

Is Darlene Narvae a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: NJ LPC 37PC00080800.

In which languages does Darlene Narvae provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Darlene Narvae located?

She is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Darlene Narvae as my therapist?

You can work with Darlene Narvae through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Darlene Narvae work with international clients?

Darlene Narvae does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Darlene Narvae cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and learn practical ways to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with what matters most. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms and build coping skills; it is often used for anxiety, depression, OCD, and related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration to create a supportive environment where clients can explore self-esteem, relationship issues, grief, and personal growth.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Darlene works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and needs, and she adapts techniques over time as progress and circumstances evolve.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling and allow therapy to fit into busy lives. These options make it easier to maintain consistency in care, access licensed professionals from home or work, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for each step of the therapeutic journey.

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