Darlene Quintanilla, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Darlene!

I specialize in working with individuals, families, and minors navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, and the impact of abuse. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals.

My focus

I work with adults, teens, and families managing anxiety, life transitions, and relationship building. Whether you're working through trauma, work-related stress, building coping skills, or exploring personal goals, I meet you where you are. I'm committed to creating a growth plan that feels empowering and achievable for you.

My approach

I use cognitive-behavioral therapy to help you identify and reshape unhelpful thought patterns. This hands-on approach gives you tools to feel more in control of your emotions and behaviors. Based on your needs, I may incorporate mindfulness, solution-focused techniques, and dialectical behavioral interventions.

My communication style

I value clear, open communication that creates a supportive, non-judgmental environment. I practice active listening and give you opportunities to reflect on your experiences. You'll have a safe space to express yourself and explore ways to adapt to life-changing situations.

My journey to mental healthcare

My therapy journey began with a deep curiosity about human resilience during challenging times. I'm passionate about helping others find strength and teaching coping skills to manage stressors. I'm driven by the belief that everyone has the potential for positive growth and change.

My goals for you

Together, we'll identify and set goals that are important to you, whether they focus on improving relationships, building healthy coping skills, or working towards another personal objective. As you gain new insights, your goals may evolve, and we can update our plan at any time.

Our first session

Our first session will be an opportunity for us to get to know one another. We'll discuss your background and what brings you to therapy. It's completely normal to feel nervous about your first appointment. We'll take it one step at a time, and I'm here to guide you through each step of the process.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Behavioral Activation

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Mindfulness-Based

Psychodynamic

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Trauma Focused

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Therapy types

Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from University of Phoenix.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Darlene Quintanilla