Business Details
28 Years
experience
Expert Mental Health Counseling Services in Henderson
As a licensed mental health professional with over 25 years of experience, Darlene Cross has dedicated her career to helping individuals and couples navigate life's most challenging transitions. Since establishing her practice in Henderson, Nevada in 1998, she has provided compassionate counseling for grief and loss, chronic illness, relationship challenges, and mental health concerns. Her approach combines evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with personalized strategies tailored to each client's unique needs. Holding a master's degree in Counseling from UNLV, Darlene brings both academic rigor and practical wisdom to her work, having authored the acclaimed book 'A New Normal: Learning to Live with Grief and Loss.' Her practice emphasizes creating safe, nonjudgmental spaces where clients can explore their emotions and develop practical solutions.With a focus on quality of life and client empowerment, she has helped countless individuals transform their challenges into opportunities for growth. Her commitment to ethical practice and continuous professional development ensures clients receive the highest standard of care. Darlene's work extends beyond individual sessions through educational articles and speaking engagements that promote mental wellness. Her reputation for genuine connection and effective outcomes has made her a trusted resource in the Henderson community.
Services
Grief and Loss
Chronic Illness
Couples Counseling
Individual Counseling
Depression/Anxiety/OCD
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in mental health counseling since 1998
- Our practice specializes in evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques
- We offer personalized approaches tailored to individual and couples' specific needs
- Our counseling focuses on practical solutions and client empowerment
- We maintain strict ethical standards with continuous professional development
What people say
Best marriage therapist
Compassionate approach
Transformative experience
Practical tools
Deep understanding
Services
Grief and Loss
Specialized counseling for individuals navigating grief from personal, professional, or relational loss. Utilizes evidence-based techniques to help clients process emotions, develop coping strategies, and establish a 'new normal.' Focuses on personalized approaches to address both emotional and physical manifestations of grief while maintaining a nonjudgmental, supportive environment.
Chronic Illness
Therapeutic support for individuals managing chronic health conditions. Combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with quality-of-life strategies to address emotional challenges associated with illness. Helps clients maintain personal identity beyond diagnosis, develop adaptive coping mechanisms, and improve communication with healthcare providers and loved ones through structured, compassionate counseling sessions.
Couples Counseling
Comprehensive therapy for couples addressing communication breakdowns, conflict resolution, and relationship transitions. Specializes in pre-marital counseling, marital revitalization, and separation guidance using systemic approaches. Focuses on improving relational dynamics through structured dialogue, mutual understanding, and skill-building exercises tailored to each couple's unique circumstances.
Individual Counseling
Customized mental health support for personal growth and emotional wellness. Addresses anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and life transitions through evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. Creates safe, confidential spaces for clients to explore challenges, develop coping strategies, and implement positive behavioral changes with professional guidance.
Depression/Anxiety/OCD
Specialized treatment for mood and anxiety disorders using clinically validated approaches. Focuses on symptom management, cognitive restructuring, and behavioral interventions for depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive patterns. Combines therapeutic techniques with practical tools to improve daily functioning and quality of life for clients experiencing these mental health challenges.
People
Darlene F Cross
Licensed Mental Health Professional
Licensed therapist with over 25 years of experience in grief counseling and mental health. Holds a master's degree in Counseling from UNLV and specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Author of 'A New Normal' and expert in helping clients navigate life transitions through compassionate, evidence-based approaches.
Questions
What counseling services do you offer?
I specialize in grief and loss counseling, chronic illness support, couples therapy, individual counseling, and treatment for depression/anxiety/OCD using evidence-based approaches.
What are your session fees?
Individual sessions cost $170 for 50 minutes, while couples/family sessions are $190 for 50 minutes. Telephone sessions maintain the same rates for established clients.
Do you accept insurance?
I do not accept insurance directly, but I can provide documentation for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Payment is due at the time of service.
What are your available hours?
I offer sessions Monday through Wednesday from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Telephone sessions are available for established clients outside these hours.
How do you approach therapy?
I combine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with personalized strategies, focusing on creating safe spaces for clients to explore challenges and develop practical solutions for improved well-being.
