Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Henderson, NV
Darlene Cross is a licensed mental health professional with over 25 years of experience in counseling individuals and couples through life's most challenging transitions. Since establishing her practice in 1998, Darlene has dedicated her career to helping clients navigate grief and loss, chronic illness, relationship challenges, and mental health concerns. Holding a master's degree in Counseling from UNLV, along with undergraduate degrees in Business and Human Resources, she combines clinical expertise with practical understanding to deliver personalized therapeutic solutions. Specializing in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Darlene empowers clients to reframe negative thought patterns and develop healthier coping mechanisms.Her practice emphasizes creating safe, non-judgmental spaces where clients can explore their emotions and experiences. Recognized for her empathetic approach and authorship of the Amazon bestseller 'A New Normal: Learning to Live with Grief and Loss,' Darlene has become a trusted resource in Henderson, Nevada. The practice maintains strict confidentiality while offering flexible scheduling options to accommodate diverse client needs. With a focus on both individual growth and relationship dynamics, the practice serves as a comprehensive resource for emotional well-being.
Services
Grief and Loss
Chronic Illness
Couples Counseling
Individual Therapy
Depression Anxiety
Relationship Challenges
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Life Transitions
Trauma Recovery
Communication Skills
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of specialized experience in grief and loss counseling
- Personalized Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approaches tailored to individual needs
- Author of Amazon best-selling grief resource 'A New Normal'
- Combines clinical expertise with practical business understanding
- Maintains strict confidentiality in safe, non-judgmental environment
What people say
Best marriage therapist
Compassionate approach
Transformative experience
Safe space
Practical advice
Services
Grief and Loss
Specialized counseling for navigating grief and loss, helping clients develop coping strategies after experiencing the death of a loved one, relationship endings, or other significant losses. Utilizes evidence-based techniques to process emotions and establish a 'new normal.' Addresses complicated grief patterns and provides tools for emotional healing.
Chronic Illness
Therapeutic support for individuals managing chronic illness, focusing on improving quality of life through cognitive-behavioral techniques. Helps clients address emotional challenges related to health limitations while maintaining personal identity beyond medical diagnoses. Provides strategies for effective communication with healthcare providers and loved ones.
Couples Counseling
Comprehensive therapy for romantic partnerships facing communication breakdowns or relationship challenges. Specializes in conflict resolution, intimacy building, and navigating life transitions together. Helps couples develop healthier interaction patterns and make informed decisions about their relationship's future.
Individual Therapy
Tailored mental health support addressing anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. Combines cognitive-behavioral therapy with personalized approaches to help clients break negative patterns and achieve personal growth. Focuses on creating safe spaces for self-exploration and skill development.
Depression Anxiety
Specialized treatment for depression and anxiety disorders using evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Helps clients understand their symptoms, develop coping mechanisms, and implement lifestyle changes to improve mental wellness. Addresses both situational and clinical mood disorders with individualized treatment plans.
People
Darlene F Cross
Licensed Mental Health Therapist
Licensed mental health professional with 25+ years of experience in grief counseling and relationship therapy. Holds a master's degree in Counseling from UNLV and authored the Amazon bestseller 'A New Normal.' Specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and has helped countless clients navigate life transitions.
Questions
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
No insurance accepted. Payment is due at time of service with debit or credit card options available.
What are your available appointment hours?
Monday-Wednesday 11:00 AM-6:00 PM. Initial consultations available via phone during these hours.
What happens during the first therapy session?
The initial intake session involves discussing your concerns, treatment goals, and determining if therapy with this provider is the right fit for your needs.
How long are therapy sessions?
Individual and family sessions last 50 minutes, while business consulting appointments are scheduled for 60 minutes.
What is the cancellation policy?
Full session fee applies for cancellations without 24 business hours notice prior to scheduled appointments.
Do you offer remote therapy options?
Telephone sessions available for established clients at standard session rates with prior arrangement.
