Dr. Darlene Groomes
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Michigan therapists accepting new clients
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About Darlene
I am a Michigan Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and nationally Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC). I have had clinical experience working with clients who experience trauma, loss and grief, disability, family issues, and body image challenges. I am a youth mental health first aid provider and trainer in adult mental health first aid response. I offer individual, child, and family counseling. I provide a holistic approach to counseling by addressing physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. I ensure the highest quality care is provided through an integrative, client-centered approach. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to include cognitive-behavioral, psychoeducational, trauma-informed, mindfulness, and solution-focused. I promote personal growth by providing an atmosphere that is safe, accepting, and direct. I will hear you, validate your experience, and strive for your personal empowerment. If I am not the person to work with you, I will refer you to local area expertise where you may find a better-matched clinician.
What Darlene helps with
- Addictions
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fertility issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Intellectual disability
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
How Darlene works
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
What clients say
- “Very knowledgeable and direct to the point. Very helpful.”
- “Dr. Groomes has changed the way I view therapy!”
- “Dr Groomes has a unique combination of empathy, knowledge and intelligence. She also takes incredible notes and is able to refer back to them very quickly. She’s a special person and therapist. Oh and she also is quick to point out my BS”
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- “She is amazing, she has gotten me through lots of struggles.”
- “this was my first experience with therapy, and she has made the process very easy and comfortable to adjust to. Dr. Groomes is knowledgeable, professional, and truly takes the time to understand my concerns and personal situations. She makes me feel heard, supported, and understood. She has provided valuable guidance and insight that I truly needed. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a skilled and professional therapist that talks to your level.”
- “Dr. Groomes is the best.”
- “Dr. Groomes is very directly which I always appreciate. She explains things very well and always offers additional resources to help connect deeper understandings. She holds growth at a high level of importance during every session and encourages a mental framework that is helpful in therapy but also makes a significant difference to all areas of life.”
- “As related to me via my child, so far Dr. Groomes has been great.”
- “Highly recommended”
- “Dr. Groomes was relatable and helpful and very educated on the topics at hand”
- “Dr. Groomes is honestly amazing. She’s super knowledgeable but explains things in a way that actually makes sense and feels relatable. She’s funny, easy to talk to, and creates a comfortable, relaxed vibe. I never feel judged or awkward. If anything, it feels like I’m just talking to a friend who really gets it. I also love that she keeps it real and isn’t overly formal, which makes our sessions feel more genuine and less clinical. She’s been wonderful for our couples therapy journey and is really helping to heal our relationship. Highly recommend if you want someone who’s both professional and down-to-earth.”
- “Easy to talk to, very comforting and supportive.”
- “Amazing therapist. She is fast to respond and communicates any time away months in advance”
- “Dr. Groomes is my very first therapist in over 10 years, and my first interaction with online therapy as a whole. Not only do I feel empowered to speak my mind, I feel confident that no matter how hard, confusing, or anxious about the topic I may be, she will be able to help guide me through it, and help me know how to handle it the next time. I'm very thankful BetterHelp matched me with someone who's just as direct as I am, and after every session I feel so much lighter and ready to take on life.”
- “Dr. Groomes is fabulous. Easy to talk too, helps me connect to the real issue I’m struggling with, and so supportive. Could not have gone through my year without her.”
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