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Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW

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1800 Phoenix Boulevard Suite 128-12 PMB 1006 Atlanta, GA 30328
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Breast cancer doesn't just change your body—it can shake your sense of self, your relationships, and your hope for what comes next. I'm Dr. Andrea Darden, a licensed clinical social worker and breast cancer thriver myself. With over 20 years in the field treating trauma and years of focused work specifically with women on the breast cancer journey, I help patients navigate the emotional aftermath of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship—body image struggles, recurrence anxiety, identity shifts, grief, and the fears that often go unspoken.
My approach is shaped as much by lived experience as by clinical training. I know what it feels like to hear the diagnosis, get through treatment, and then sit in the silence that follows—when everyone assumes you're "done," but the emotional storm is still raging. That's exactly the space I specialize in.
At Hope-La, I combine trauma-focused care with a survivor's perspective to help you rebuild who you are after illness. We also run a support group for the men in your life who are caregiving alongside you. Ready to reclaim your life? Book your free consultation today. Let's take this journey together.
Call or Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training now for a free 15 minute consultation - (404) 341-4535

Practice at a Glance

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1800 Phoenix Boulevard

Suite 128-12 PMB 1006

Atlanta, GA 30328 map

 (404) 341-4535

Charleston, WV 25304

Website
I offer therapy sessions via telehealth. I'm available on designated evenings and weekends. Schedule a 15-minute, no-pressure consultation.
I specialize in Cancer, Caregivers and Trauma and PTSD 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Helping women and families touched by breast cancer cope with and rise from the emotional trauma of this diagnosis. It's time to thrive.
Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training
Let's Connect (404) 341-4535
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Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

1800 Phoenix Boulevard

Suite 128-12 PMB 1006

Atlanta, GA 30328 map

 (404) 341-4535

Charleston, WV 25304

Website
I offer therapy sessions via telehealth. I'm available on designated evenings and weekends. Schedule a 15-minute, no-pressure consultation.
I specialize in Cancer, Caregivers and Trauma and PTSD 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Helping women and families touched by breast cancer cope with and rise from the emotional trauma of this diagnosis. It's time to thrive.
Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna (commercial plans only)
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Providence
  • Quest Behavioral Health
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If your insurance is not listed, we can help verify your out-of-network benefits. We offer an option that will automatically submit a superbill for you and allow you to only pay your co-insurance for sessions or be reimbursed. This could save you on average 70 percent of my full rate per session.
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Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 341-4535
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If your insurance is not listed, we can help verify your out-of-network benefits. We offer an option that will automatically submit a superbill for you and allow you to only pay your co-insurance for sessions or be reimbursed. This could save you on average 70 percent of my full rate per session.
Photo of Dr. Andrea Darden - Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 341-4535

Qualifications

    Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Andrea Darden
  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Georgia / CSW009878 Andrea Darden

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Fordham University/University of Tennessee, Doctorate of Social Work Clinical Practice

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: North Carolina Social Work Board - LCSW
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I am a licensed clinical social worker in multiple states with 25 years of professional experience. I am trained in EMDR, Brainspotting and Trauma-Focused CBT. I provide training on suicide prevention approaches. I also offer clinical supervision for social work licensure in SC, NC, GA, and WV.
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Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 341-4535
"
I am a licensed clinical social worker in multiple states with 25 years of professional experience. I am trained in EMDR, Brainspotting and Trauma-Focused CBT. I provide training on suicide prevention approaches. I also offer clinical supervision for social work licensure in SC, NC, GA, and WV.
Photo of Dr. Andrea Darden - Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 341-4535

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Cancer
  • Caregivers
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Breast Cancer
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions
  • Women's Issues
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I work with patients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, or trauma related to a breast cancer diagnosis. During our initial sessions, we will delve into your challenges and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first few sessions and sustained improvement thereafter.
Photo of Dr. Andrea Darden - Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 341-4535
"
I work with patients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, or trauma related to a breast cancer diagnosis. During our initial sessions, we will delve into your challenges and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first few sessions and sustained improvement thereafter.
Photo of Dr. Andrea Darden - Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 341-4535

Endorsement

Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training
Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LISWCPS, LCSW
If you are a woman trying to reclaim your life after a breast cancer diagnosis- whether newly diagnosed or survivorship - you need to check out Hope-La Center. You deserve to thrive.

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Black and African American , 
Mixed Race

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Black and African American , 
Mixed Race

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Brainspotting
  • Christian Counseling
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Trauma Focused
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Top Specialties: EMDR, Brainspotting, Breast Cancer Survivorship & Emotional Trauma, Men's Breast Cancer or Caregiver Support, Clinical Social Work Licensure Supervision. Expertise: Body Image & Sexual Identity after Cancer, Anxiety, Depression & Trauma in Survivorship, Caregiver Stress, Recurrence Fear & Identity Rebuilding After Illness, Faith Integrated Therapy (Christian supportive).
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Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 341-4535
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Top Specialties: EMDR, Brainspotting, Breast Cancer Survivorship & Emotional Trauma, Men's Breast Cancer or Caregiver Support, Clinical Social Work Licensure Supervision. Expertise: Body Image & Sexual Identity after Cancer, Anxiety, Depression & Trauma in Survivorship, Caregiver Stress, Recurrence Fear & Identity Rebuilding After Illness, Faith Integrated Therapy (Christian supportive).
Photo of Dr. Andrea Darden - Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (404) 341-4535

Groups

Gentlemen's Care Group - For Male Caregivers

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Hosted by
Dr. Andrea Darden

A safe space for men -husbands, partners, fathers, sons, brothers, etc. - caring for women with breast cancer. We address the raw and real issues that men face as caregivers of their loved ones battling this illness. Four-session series on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays led by peer specialists. Men who want support in balancing caregiving, family, and seeking connection and support in the midst of their loved one’s cancer journey. Virtual groups are open to all gentlemen in any state. Connect with other men walking the caregiver journey. Share real experiences without judgment.

Expertise

Caregivers
Grief

Age

Adults

Group Meets

Second Thu 7 P.M. - 8 P.M.

Location

Virtual

Atlanta, GA 30349

Email Dr. Andrea Darden about this group or call - (404) 341-4535

Location

Primary Location

1800 Phoenix Boulevard

Suite 128-12 PMB 1006

Atlanta, GA 30328

(404) 341-4535

Email Us

Website

Additional Location

Charleston, WV 25304

(404) 341-4535

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

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I offer therapy sessions via telehealth. I'm available on designated evenings and weekends. Schedule a 15-minute, no-pressure consultation.
Photo of Dr. Andrea Darden - Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (404) 341-4535
"
I offer therapy sessions via telehealth. I'm available on designated evenings and weekends. Schedule a 15-minute, no-pressure consultation.
Photo of Dr. Andrea Darden - Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (404) 341-4535