About
Sharon Darin, MA, LMHC
Sharon Darin, MA, LMHC
Sharon Darin, MA, LMHC
Welcome and thank you for your interest in counseling. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a graduate of Rollins College. Born and raised in Michigan, I am glad to call Orlando home for the past thirty years. My path to becoming a counselor has had many twists and turns. I believe my journey has enriched my ability to provide s
Welcome and thank you for your interest in counseling. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a graduate of Rollins College. Born and raised in Michigan, I am glad to call Orlando home for the past thirty years. My path to becoming a counselor has had many twists and turns. I believe my journey has enriched my ability to provide space for my clients to explore their past, embrace their present and plan for their future. I love my work as a counselor and it is my honor to partner with you to obtain the change you seek.
One step at a time
Sharon Darin, MA, LMHC
Sharon Darin, MA, LMHC
People seek change when they are stuck – when they are tired of doing the same thing over and over with the same result. Sometimes it feels like we take two steps forward and one step back. Together, we will identify your goals for counseling and chart a path forward to achieve them by maximizing your strengths and implementing effecti
People seek change when they are stuck – when they are tired of doing the same thing over and over with the same result. Sometimes it feels like we take two steps forward and one step back. Together, we will identify your goals for counseling and chart a path forward to achieve them by maximizing your strengths and implementing effective coping skills. We will work from a systemic approach and draw from various therapeutic theories including CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
Living into wholeness
Sharon Darin, MA, LMHC
Living into wholeness
Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.
- Brene' Brown
We desire to be in relationships that nurture our whole person – heart, soul and spirit. That is only possible when we feel heard, validated and trusted. It is my go
Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.
- Brene' Brown
We desire to be in relationships that nurture our whole person – heart, soul and spirit. That is only possible when we feel heard, validated and trusted. It is my goal for our counseling relationship to reflect the possibiities of positive relationships with family, friends and intimate partners.
Specializations
Anxiety - Depression
Anxiety - Depression
Anxiety - Depression
Anxiety can take many forms including: panic attacks, social anxiety, OCD and self-harm. Shortness of breath and racing or irrational thoughts can take over. Mindfulness, deep breathing, grounding, and challenging irrational thoughts are a few coping skills that may helpful.
Depression can be debilitating and "snapping out of it" is not
Anxiety can take many forms including: panic attacks, social anxiety, OCD and self-harm. Shortness of breath and racing or irrational thoughts can take over. Mindfulness, deep breathing, grounding, and challenging irrational thoughts are a few coping skills that may helpful.
Depression can be debilitating and "snapping out of it" is not a feasible solution. When sadness takes on physical symptoms (fatigue, sleeplessness, lack of appetite) for extended periods of time, counseling may be helpful.
Trauma and EMDR
Anxiety - Depression
Anxiety - Depression
Many individuals experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Anxiety, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger post traumatic events. Extensive research has shown that EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) can help children and adults of all ages heal from a wide range of issue
Many individuals experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Anxiety, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger post traumatic events. Extensive research has shown that EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) can help children and adults of all ages heal from a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, panic attacks, PTSD, sexual assault, grief/loss and other trauma and stress related issues.
Life Transitions
Anxiety - Depression
Life Transitions
Whether you are 6 or 96, change can be hard. Counseling can provide a safe space to process the emotions that go with:
- Moving
- Changing schools
- Starting a new job
- Grieving a pet
- "Empty nest"
- Divorce
- Life-changing medical diagnosis
- Retirement
- Death of a loved one
- Our own mortality