Licensed clinical social worker recordLouisiana
Darlene Rhodes, LCSW
Louisiana
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - stress and mood
Continue with DarleneCredentials check
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Louisiana
- LCSW, licence 2799
- NPI
- 1306895230
- Experience
- 40 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Louisiana
These details come from information Darlene supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Self esteem support
- Life change coping
About Darlene
Darlene Rhodes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Louisiana with over 40 years of medical, clinical, and mental health experience. She brings long experience in different settings and a practical focus on everyday problems. Her listed concerns include stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.
Rhodes has worked in outpatient and inpatient psychiatric units. She has also provided services in schools, homes, and churches. That variety means she is used to different rhythms and routines, and can talk with people about fitting help into busy lives.
Her work has included people across the lifespan, from young children through older adults. In sessions she aims to clarify what feels most urgent, identify steps that are realistic, and use approaches that have evidence behind them. She favors plain language and practical planning over jargon.
Many clients come with stress that affects work, family roles, or daily routines. Rhodes helps people sort what to tackle first and build simple coping strategies. She can also support someone dealing with low mood, worry, or changes that feel overwhelming.
People looking for an LCSW with long clinical experience and a focus on everyday functioning may find her style straightforward and goal-oriented. Before booking, confirm current session options and any other practical details you need to know.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based approaches translate to online work
Many clients benefit from well-established, evidence-based techniques that focus on thinking patterns and practical coping skills. Cognitive approaches help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking; they are often useful for anxiety and low mood. Behavioral strategies concentrate on changing routines and actions to improve mood and reduce avoidance, which can help with depression and getting back into daily activities.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively with the client to decide which techniques fit best based on current needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying methods, reviewing what helps, and adjusting the plan together rather than committing to one fixed path up front.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific online options. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. It also makes it possible to continue regular work toward goals when life changes make in-person visits difficult. Ask about the available formats and any practical details when you choose a first appointment.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She lists stress, anxiety, relationship strain, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes as primary concerns she works with.
How does she approach therapy?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on clear, practical steps people can use in daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She brings over 40 years of medical, clinical, and mental health experience in a range of settings.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Louisiana.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She accepts international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers