Dr. Darlene Groomes , LPC

Dr. Darlene Groomes is a Michigan Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a nationally Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC). As an LPC she practices under state licensure to provide counseling, and as a CRC she holds a national credential commonly held by professionals who support people with disabilities and rehabilitation needs. She has clinical experience working with trauma, loss and grief, disability, family issues, and body image concerns.

Dr. Groomes provides individual, child, and family counseling and serves as a youth mental health first aid provider as well as a trainer in adult mental health first aid response. She takes a holistic view of care, addressing physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual needs together rather than in isolation. Her approach is integrative and client-centered, focusing on the whole person and tailoring interventions to each individual.

Her practice draws on a range of therapeutic techniques, including cognitive-behavioral methods, psychoeducational strategies, trauma-informed practices, mindfulness, and solution-focused work. She aims to foster personal growth by creating an atmosphere that is accepting, direct, and supportive. Dr. Groomes listens, validates each person’s experience, and supports empowerment. When a different match would better serve a client, she will refer to local professionals with the appropriate expertise.

Therapeutic Approaches for Effective Online Care

Dr. Groomes uses client-centered therapy to place the client's goals and perspectives at the center of care - this approach emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration to help people explore their concerns and find their own solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is practical and goal-oriented and often helps with anxiety, depression, and stress-related issues. Mindfulness therapy incorporates simple awareness and grounding practices to help people manage intense emotions and increase resilience.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic work, and Dr. Groomes collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists work together with clients to adjust strategies over time so the plan evolves with progress and changes in circumstances.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how care is delivered, with options for video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, and daily life, while allowing consistent access to therapy from different locations. The focus remains on practical, effective support that fits into each person’s routine.