Phyllis is an amazing person. She is kind, understanding, patient, and supportive. Anyone could benefit from the time spent talking with her. She's the best!!
Phyllis Darkwa, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Phyllis is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Phyllis. View 41 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Connecticut, Washington, and 2 more
Recent reviews
She was wonderful to work with.
More about Phyllis
- 6 years' experience
- Female
- LPC, LMHC
My name is Phyllis, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience. My niches are anxiety, self-esteem issues, family-related, immigrant related and racial issues, trauma and other life issues, relationship issues.
In the first session, I start my process by giving a brief introduction about the therapeutic process and answering any questions you may have for me. I will then follow up with questions about your issues and explore more about your background. I also like exploring your strengths that can be beneficial to the therapeutic process.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Phyllis Darkwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447628102.
- LPC · Connecticut · 4427 · Expires December 2024
- LMHC · Washington · LH 61225601 · Expires December 2025
- LPC · New Jersey · 37PC00904700 · Expires November 2026
- LPC · Texas · 92490 · Expires December 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Phyllis Darkwa
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Phyllis is an amazing person. She is kind, understanding, patient, and supportive. Anyone could benefit from the time spent talking with her. She's the best!!
She was wonderful to work with.
Phyllis is so relatable and simplifies these conversations. She’s great at what she does!
Phyllis is a WONDERFUL therapist. I am lucky to have been matched with her. She listens, but also provides advice when needed. She is solution focused which has been so helpful to mee even in the short time I have been speaking with her, I k ow I can trust her opinion and I always feel SO empowered at the end of our sessions. Highly recommend her!
Really enjoyed working with Phyllis. Felt seen and heard.
Great!
amazing
Informative and helpful, easy to talk to and open up in conversations, materials look and seem to be very helpful,.
Phyllis has helped me immensely over the past few months! She’s a great listener, easy to talk to, and gives me many tools to help me reach my goals. She gets down to the root cause of problems and anxieties and really helps me understand why I feel and act the way I do. Highly recommend!!
I’m only on my second section and so far everything has been wonderful and I look forward to talking to her each week !! I love that I can share what I’ve been thinking about and she offers additional insight . My favorite thing is that she’s not like overly clinical , I’ve not had a therapist before and was worried how that dynamic would feel . She has been great and is a real person living in this same real world . That may sound weird but I feared therapy was gonna feel like talking to a textbook.
While I can see how Phyllis can be a great fit for others, she was not a good fit for me.
Phyllis is always easy to talk to and engaging. I appreciate her calm demeanor and relaxed vibes.
Immediate comfort and confidence. I would recommend to anyone. I felt totally able to be me.
I appreciate everything that I’ve learned. I first opened this app with little hope of finding somebody to help get me out of a funk and teach me ways to help control, and recognize the emotions I’m feeling. This app has helped, Phyllis has helped. I am forever thankful.
She has been wonderful and supportive!
This is my first time seeking help for a therapist and I feel comfortable talking to Phyllis.
She is very helpful and supportive. She has great availability as well.
Phyllis is a great listener who validates my concerns and also challenges me when I have unhelpful thoughts. She has provided me with several resources to help me in my mental health journey like worksheets, grounding techniques, communication tips, and a meditation app. I feel so grateful to be matched with Phyllis and grateful to have signed up for betterhelp.
Phyllis has been a great match for me; she’s been flexible to the style of therapy I need, listens well and is respectful and tolerant in that I haven’t been to therapy before. I’m out few sessions so far she’s been direct but also calm matching the style I need a therapist! Thank you Phyllis.
they are really kind and listen to me
She is great, relatable, and understands my concerns
Phyllis Darkwa is a great listener. She makes me feel heard and supported.
Super helpful, educated, resourceful, and brought what I’ve been needing and not getting out of therapy. Also felt good to finally have a black woman as a therapist so I can be myself
Phyllis Darkwa is a Godsend. I reached out to her at a very tumultuous time in my life and even though we are only three sessions in I feel supported, listened to and like I am in good hands in regards to my mental health. I feel like she relates to me as a black woman, an educated woman, and as a woman who is trying to find her way. I appreciate her guidance through the therapeutic process and feel that I can be open, honest and vulnerable with her. I have ugly cried lol and her response was filled with empathy. Thank you Phyllis and Greater Help!
Phyllis has been fantastic to work with and I'm glad I took the step to message her! She's a fantastic active listener and has been such a huge help
I've had therapist in the past for various traumatic events in my life, that was then & this is now. Phillis is truly a Godsend! I'm so Blessed to have her as my therapist, I may start the session in tears, but by the time we're done, I always have a smile on my face & some joy in my heart
Phyllis does a great job of listening and identifying what problems I am experiencing. She also gives me actionable steps I can take immediately which I really find helpful. I would absolutely recommend Phyllis!
Phyllis is a great listener and action oriented. I feel heard when talking to her
For someone who was originally skeptical about counseling in general I’m happy I’ve decided to give it a try. I feel like I’m being heard and supported vs pitted for me that makes this process feel much more productive.
Talking with Phyllis has really opened my eyes to new wats of thinking and dealing with difficult situations.
Phyllis is so supportive and encouraging. She always provides advice that hits home!
Phyllis is a great listener and non judge mental I appreciate her feedback always!
Phyllis is such an incredible listener and is able to give advice without judgement and always has a resource to share that resonates perfectly! X
Phyllis was very helpful, attentive, kind, and easy to talk to despite the fact that I am typically shy and find it difficult to open up to new people. She helped me become stronger and more resilient through a very stressful and emotional time. I certainly looked forward to my sessions with her every week and I was grateful to have her in my life during this difficult time.
Phylis has helped me in so many ways. I would highly recommend her.
Amazing. Compassionate
Phyllis is an extremely kind and empathetic person. From the beginning of our conversations, she has been so responsive and present to what I have been going through. Phyllis goes the extra mile and devotes her full attention when in sessions. I would highly recommend Phyllis to anyone starting their self-love journey.
Very helpful listens and gives the best & honest answer. Does her best to help and even to open up if your a shy person or a person that just bottles things up!
Phyllis has an acute way of listening and providing feedback in a manner that is understandable. I appreciate that she is open and honest and would recommend her to others.
From the very first conversation we had I knew she was the right choice. She is very compassionate and she keeps checking up on me which I really appreciate. Highly recommend her!
Phyllis is a great counsellor and a great person. She has been so understanding of my worries and has not once made me feel inferior or silly for my concerns (this was a worry I had about telling people my troubles) She has taken the time to speak to me whenever I needed her and together we have begun to figure out where my issues lie and how I can try to move forward and retrain my brain. I am very grateful to have had the opportunity to be guided by her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Phyllis Darkwa offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Phyllis Darkwa works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Phyllis Darkwa speak?
Phyllis Darkwa speaks English.
How many years of experience does Phyllis Darkwa have?
Phyllis Darkwa has 6 years of experience.
Where is Phyllis Darkwa licensed to practice?
Phyllis Darkwa is licensed to practice in Connecticut, Washington, New Jersey, and Texas.
Does Phyllis Darkwa accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Phyllis Darkwa does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Phyllis Darkwa offer?
Phyllis Darkwa offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Phyllis Darkwa?
Phyllis Darkwa can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Phyllis Darkwa?
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