Darlene Narvae

Experienced counselor blending evidence and compassion

LPC New Jersey

Experience: 30 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Darlene

Darlene Narvae is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in New Jersey who brings three decades of clinical experience to her practice.

Background and approach

Over 30 years she has supported people facing a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, sleep and eating problems, ADHD, bipolar conditions, and caregiving or chronic illness challenges. Her background also includes work with concerns such as abandonment, body image, communication problems, codependency, and separation or divorce.

Her manner is described as warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Darlene integrates evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based techniques to shape individualized plans.

She adapts conversations and interventions to each person's needs, focusing on practical skills, values-driven choices, and emotional processing. Clients seeking a thoughtful, experienced counselor who balances structured strategies with an empathic stance will find her approach practical and collaborative.

She offers services in English and sees clients within New Jersey, helping them take steps toward meaningful change when they are ready.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Darlene draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to guide online work. CBT helps identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical exercises and skill building, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, sleep and eating difficulties, and coping with change. ACT emphasizes values, mindful acceptance, and flexible action to reduce the struggle with painful thoughts and feelings while helping clients move toward a meaningful life.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each client to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and she will adjust strategies as the work evolves so the plan stays aligned with what the client needs.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats allow clients to engage from different locations and schedules, making it easier to maintain continuity of care and practice skills between sessions while working with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she address?

Darlene works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, sleep and eating problems, ADHD, bipolar symptoms, and caregiving or chronic illness challenges.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is warm and interactive, combining empathy with practical interventions. She tailors sessions to each person's needs while using structured techniques when helpful.

What is her professional experience?

She has 30 years of experience as a counselor, working across a broad set of clinical concerns and varied client presentations.

What credentials and location should I know about?

She holds the LPC credential and is licensed in New Jersey with license number NJ LPC 37PC00080800 and practices in that state.

Does she work in languages other than English or accept international clients?

Sessions are offered in English only and she is not currently accepting international clients.

Which session formats are available for online work?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are involved in getting started?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD

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 OCD Panic 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 approaches

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

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

New Jersey

Languages

English