Darlene Mayers, LMFT - Therapist in Florida

Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
DBT and Mindfulness

About Darlene

Darlene Mayers is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Florida with 26 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, and relationship and intimacy concerns. Her background also includes work with grief, bipolar disorder, ADHD, parenting stress, and LGBT-related issues.

She trained at Palm Beach Atlantic University where she earned a B.S. in Psychology and completed a M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy at Nova Southeastern University. Over more than two decades she has worked in settings that included clinical treatment for mood and substance use concerns and support for people with trauma histories.

Darlene uses several approaches to shape sessions, drawing on client-centered methods to focus on the person's perspective. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and mindfulness techniques are part of her toolkit for coping skills and emotional regulation.

Sessions are interactive and goal-focused. She aims to help people find practical steps for everyday problems like work stress, relationship strain, or coping after a loss. The tone in sessions is respectful and direct, with time spent on skills and problem-solving as needed.

For young adults navigating life changes - starting careers, leaving home, or feeling behind peers - she addresses career concerns, self-esteem, and the stress of early adulthood. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before booking and follow the site's process to schedule an initial visit.

How her approaches translate to online sessions

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting the person's concerns so the client leads the pace and topics; this helps when someone needs space to talk about identity, relationships, or feeling stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thought and behavior patterns and teaches practical exercises to change them; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and work or school stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships, which can help with mood swings, anger, and coping under pressure.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist and the client will talk about goals and preferences and choose techniques that fit those needs. That collaborative process is used to shape session focus and homework between meetings.

Confirm current session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific delivery methods. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around study, work shifts, or commuting. They also allow shorter check-ins or sessions without being on camera if that suits someone's schedule or energy levels. Ask about format options when you complete the matching questionnaire so the first session can be planned to match practical needs.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesGrief Intimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issues Communication problems Control issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disorders Multicultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexuality Social anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issues Workplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

26+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What issues does she help with?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and relationship and intimacy-related concerns, among other areas listed on her profile.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is interactive and respectful, using client-centered conversation plus practical skills from CBT, DBT, and mindfulness.

How long has she been practicing?

She has 26 years of experience working in mental health and marriage and family therapy settings.

What are her credentials and location?

She is an LMFT licensed in Florida and practices from that state.

Does she conduct sessions in other languages?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions scheduled and paid for?

Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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