Darlene Schmitt, LMHC

Darlene Schmitt is a New York LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - with 33 years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship struggles, self-esteem, depression, LGBT concerns, family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy, eating concerns, parenting, anger, career matters, and coping with life changes.

She has worked across multiple settings and often supports young adults and college-aged clients. Sessions are straightforward: she listens, asks questions to clarify what matters most, and helps people notice patterns that keep problems going. The emphasis is practical rather than theoretical; conversations aim to produce clear next steps clients can try between meetings.

Darlene uses a mix of well-known approaches that suit different problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people test upsetting thoughts and change unhelpful behaviors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for emotional regulation and managing urges. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client’s goals and pace.

She also brings mindfulness techniques and motivational interviewing into sessions when those approaches match a client’s goals. These tools are used to build coping skills, reduce reactivity, and increase motivation for change. Expect a collaborative pace and hands-on practice rather than long lectures.

People who are fed up with snapping at loved ones, struggling with workplace anger, or carrying persistent resentment often come with clear, practical aims. Darlene helps identify triggers, rehearse different responses, and track progress over time. To start, follow the site steps to match and schedule a first session.

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