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Darlene Alexia Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
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Darlene Alexia Gardner

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW (she, her)

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Hi, I’m Darlene Gardner, LCSW-C, LICSW, and founder of Destined for Healing. I’m a licensed therapist with nearly a decade of experience supporting individuals and couples through life transitions, emotional pain, trauma recovery, and relational struggles. My work is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and rooted in clinical best practices. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, identity concerns, faith-related pain, childhood trauma, and emotionally unavailable relationships. While I welcome clients of all backgrounds, I also offer Christian-integrated therapy for those who wish to include their faith.
I specialize in trauma informed, faith-sensitive therapy that honors your story and makes space for healing at your pace. Together, we'll explore how early family dynamics, spiritual wounds, or unhealed relational patterns may be shaping your present struggles and help you break free from cycles of silence, performance, or self-neglect.
I believe healing is sacred work and I see therapy as a safe and collaborative space to process grief, anxiety, complex family ties, and major life transitions without shame. If you're looking for a therapist who honors both your clinical needs and your spiritual journey, I invite you to connect. Let's build something rooted in truth, safety and restoration.
Call or Darlene Alexia Gardner now for a free 15 minute consultation - (202) 930-9255

My Practice at a Glance

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Destined For Healing LLC

Washington, DC 20011

(202) 930-9255
My website
I offer therapy sessions online via video designed to fit your busy schedule. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings.
I specialize in Anxiety, Mood Disorders and Trauma and PTSD 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (202) 930-9255
Photo of Darlene Alexia Gardner, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for online therapy.

Destined For Healing LLC

Washington, DC 20011

(202) 930-9255
My website
I offer therapy sessions online via video designed to fit your busy schedule. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings.
I specialize in Anxiety, Mood Disorders and Trauma and PTSD 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $180
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna EAP
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Cigna EAP
  • Evernorth EAP
  • Medicaid
  • Optum
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare / Optum EAP
  • UnitedHealthcare / Optum Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare / Optum Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I currently accept insurance plans, and I'm happy to very your coverage before we begin working together. If your insurance isn't listed or if you don't have coverage, I also offer private pay options with transparent rates. You'll always know the cost upfront.
Photo of Darlene Alexia Gardner, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Darlene Alexia Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 930-9255
"
I currently accept insurance plans, and I'm happy to very your coverage before we begin working together. If your insurance isn't listed or if you don't have coverage, I also offer private pay options with transparent rates. You'll always know the cost upfront.
Photo of Darlene Alexia Gardner, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Darlene Alexia Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 930-9255

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / LC200003821 Darlene Alexia Gardner

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Attended Walden University, Masters Degree, Graduated 2021
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Hi, I'm Darlene Gardner, LCSW-C. I walk alongside women of color, military spouses, and trauma survivors, helping you reclaim your voice, your peace, and your identity after betrayal, grief, or family upheaval. My style is faith-sensitive, trauma informed, and rooted in compassion.
Photo of Darlene Alexia Gardner, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Darlene Alexia Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 930-9255
"
Hi, I'm Darlene Gardner, LCSW-C. I walk alongside women of color, military spouses, and trauma survivors, helping you reclaim your voice, your peace, and your identity after betrayal, grief, or family upheaval. My style is faith-sensitive, trauma informed, and rooted in compassion.
Photo of Darlene Alexia Gardner, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Darlene Alexia Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 930-9255

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Mood Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Transitions
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Separation
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Women's Issues
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I specialize in trauma-informed , faith-sensitive therapy that honors your story and makes space for healing at your pace. At Destined for Healing, therapy is a deeply personal collaboration. I partner with you to develop a safe, paced, and holistic approach that honors your goals, pace and faith.
Photo of Darlene Alexia Gardner, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Darlene Alexia Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 930-9255
"
I specialize in trauma-informed , faith-sensitive therapy that honors your story and makes space for healing at your pace. At Destined for Healing, therapy is a deeply personal collaboration. I partner with you to develop a safe, paced, and holistic approach that honors your goals, pace and faith.
Photo of Darlene Alexia Gardner, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Darlene Alexia Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 930-9255

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Religion

Christian

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Christian Counseling
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use CBT, Trauma-informed care, attachment-based therapy, and narrative therapy. I offer faith-sensitive counseling for those who desire spiritual integration. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your story, helping you feel safe, empowered, and emotionally whole.
Photo of Darlene Alexia Gardner, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Darlene Alexia Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 930-9255
"
I use CBT, Trauma-informed care, attachment-based therapy, and narrative therapy. I offer faith-sensitive counseling for those who desire spiritual integration. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your story, helping you feel safe, empowered, and emotionally whole.
Photo of Darlene Alexia Gardner, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Darlene Alexia Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 930-9255

Location

Primary Location

Destined For Healing LLC

Washington, DC 20011

(202) 930-9255

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Cities

Counties

Zips

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I offer therapy sessions online via video designed to fit your busy schedule. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings.
Photo of Darlene Alexia Gardner, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Darlene Alexia Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (202) 930-9255
"
I offer therapy sessions online via video designed to fit your busy schedule. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings.
Photo of Darlene Alexia Gardner, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Darlene Alexia Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (202) 930-9255