Darbi is the best. She's always listened to me and provided me support in ways I didn't even know I needed.
Darbi Keene, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Darbi 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 Darbi. View 4 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Missouri
Recent reviews
Darbi is amazing! She gave me so many tools to get me "back on track" and was attentive, kind, and genuinely interested in helping me better myself and where I was at. THANK YOU to Darbi for everything!
More about Darbi
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hello! I’m so thrilled that you have taken that sometimes difficult first step in reaching out for support. I firmly believe that in order to get the most benefit out of therapy, you need to find a provider that you will feel comfortable with and understood by. I would love to be considered as your therapist to help you in your journey of improvement and growth, so to help you determine if I would be a compatible therapist for you, I have included additional information below regarding my experience and therapy style.
I have been a social worker for five years and have experience working with people from all different backgrounds who are struggling with a wide variety of challenges. Much of my experience has been working with individuals who are struggling with self harming behaviors, anxiety, ADHD symptoms, trauma, intimate relationships, family conflict, and LGBTQ+ issues. I tend to work from a very client-centered and strengths based lens and want to work with you to help you grow in whatever capacity you feel is needed. The feedback that I receive from clients is that they find me to be caring and nonjudgmental while being supportive in an honest, yet direct way. Whether you are new to the world of therapy or have a lot of experience working with a therapist, my goal is to walk alongside you to help you feel empowered in making changes to improve your overall quality of life. My services are what you need them to be, whether that’s to be an unbiased ear to listen to you, to help guide you in learning new skills, or to help you gain new perspectives of situations in your life.
I can provide services through whatever method is most comfortable for you: phone call, video call, or chat. I do find that it is helpful initially to participate in video sessions together to build rapport, but I am happy to accommodate whatever method is best for you. Most of my availability is in the morning and some afternoons as well as some weekends, but I do check messages daily. If you have questions about additional availability not shown on my schedule, please reach out!
Choosing a practitioner is a deeply personal choice, and I encourage you to think about what you most hope to gain from therapy. If you feel that, based on my experience and therapeutic style, I would be a compatible therapist for you, I would be honored to work with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
ADHD
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Adoption and foster care
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Dissociation
Family problems
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Money and financial issues
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Trichotillomania
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Darbi Keene's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992385504.
- LCSW · Missouri · 2020033073 · Expires September 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Darbi Keene
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Darbi is the best. She's always listened to me and provided me support in ways I didn't even know I needed.
Darbi is amazing! She gave me so many tools to get me "back on track" and was attentive, kind, and genuinely interested in helping me better myself and where I was at. THANK YOU to Darbi for everything!
a very lovely lady, i enjoy talking to her! it's my first time doing therapy and she has really made it easy!
Really appreciate Darbi.
Frequently asked questions
Does Darbi Keene offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Darbi Keene 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 Darbi Keene speak?
Darbi Keene speaks English.
How many years of experience does Darbi Keene have?
Darbi Keene has 5 years of experience.
Where is Darbi Keene licensed to practice?
Darbi Keene is licensed to practice in Missouri.
Does Darbi Keene accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Darbi Keene 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 Darbi Keene offer?
Darbi Keene offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Darbi Keene?
Darbi Keene 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 Darbi Keene?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.