Dolores "Del" Larkin, LCSW

LCSW helping people overcome perfectionism

Perfectionism and worth
Anxiety and panic support
Couples and individuals

About Dolores "Del" Larkin

Dolores "Del" Larkin is a licensed clinician with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples facing a wide range of emotional and relationship challenges. She specializes in helping people who struggle with feelings of not being good enough and with harsh perfectionism, offering steady support when life becomes difficult to handle alone.

Del has extensive experience addressing anxiety and panic attacks, depression, low self-confidence and self-esteem, alcohol and drug related problems, and relationship difficulties. She draws on an array of therapeutic methods, including cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, solution-focused work, and psychodynamic ideas, matching her approach to each person’s unique needs.

In sessions she listens with curiosity and without judgment, collaborating with clients to identify and remove the barriers that keep them from becoming the person they want to be. Her work with couples and individuals focuses on practical steps and insight-oriented exploration to help clients move forward and build more satisfying lives.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dolores "Del" Larkin have?

Dolores "Del" Larkin has 20 years of experience.

Is Dolores "Del" Larkin a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are IL LCSW 149.009735.

In which languages does Dolores "Del" Larkin provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Dolores "Del" Larkin located?

She is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Dolores "Del" Larkin as my therapist?

You can work with Dolores "Del" Larkin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dolores "Del" Larkin work with international clients?

Yes, Dolores "Del" Larkin works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dolores "Del" Larkin 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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

Dolores "Del" Larkin uses evidence-informed methods tailored to each person’s needs, and she brings several practical approaches to online work. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding how early relationships shape current patterns - it helps when connection, trust, or fear of abandonment affect present relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more effective patterns, which can ease anxiety, low mood, and perfectionism. Dialectical Behavior Therapy - DBT emphasizes skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, offering concrete tools for managing intense emotions and relationship conflicts.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Del works collaboratively with clients to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This shared process helps ensure therapy feels relevant and workable.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging provide flexibility for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or limited local options. Remote therapy makes it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from wherever the client is located, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable.

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