My husband and I had been experiencing ongoing communication fallouts and problems seeing eye-to-eye for years causing a lot grief and resentment, and to make matters worse, days before our first meeting, my husband also disclosed that he'd been hiding multiple affairs. To say Darrell Patterson's counseling couldn't have come at a better time is a gross understatement. I really enjoy his professional yet fatherly/elder like approach to our sessions. He understands the pain and severity of infidelity and has himself expertly voiced to my husband my hurts/concerns without me really saying a word. Obviously there's much, much more to unpack, but I finally feel validated and heard. We've had about 6 couple's sessions but I've been very pleased thus far with the help he's providing and look forward to what else can be learned and discovered.
Darrell Patterson, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Darrell 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 Darrell. View 52 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
Darrell is professional, kind hearted, and wise. He has a very reassuring and non judgmental demeanor, and I can say honestly that I have already learned a lot in just a few sessions. He is not just a listening ear, he is teaching me skills that I have been able apply in my battle with my mental health issues.
More about Darrell
- 9 years' experience
- Male
- LMHC
Hello, I am Darrell Patterson, a License Mental Health Therapist who has enjoyed the privilege and honor of accompanying others on their journey to achieve a psychologically good life. I wholeheartedly agree with the statement “… To deal with minds is the greatest work ever committed to men.” My experience over the past nine years as a mental health clinician has afforded me the opportunity to work with children and families incorporating cognitive behavioral and person-centered interventions proven to achieve positive outcomes.
There’s absolutely no doubt that life ushers in a host of issues that can easily trouble the heart, create anxiety, depression and other distresses that interrupt the happiness we all desire to enjoy in our lives. The good news is that there is good reason to be hopeful even if you’re not feeling it at this moment. That’s because the therapeutic relationship that consist of unconditional positive regard and trust provides an extraordinary space to train and educate every power of the mind and body.
My background and experience inform my world view and even though our world views may not sync perfectly, there is still opportunity to collaborate in helping to reconstruct positive narratives that define and achieve the quality of life we desire without settling for the pain of distress and unhappiness. I humbly acknowledge the value of wisdom supplemented by the academic achievements that equip me to render counsel and encouragement.
I received my undergraduate degree some years ago from Florida State University and enjoyed my first career endeavors as a Commissioned officer in The United States Army, followed by various occupations in the field of business and a corporate trainer before arriving at my authentic call of service to others. It was in 2012 that I graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic University with a master’s in counseling and psychology. Virtually all my dedication has been devoted to helping other’s escape the entanglement of depression, anxiety and unresolved traumas. I’m happy to engage in a process of reasoning and healing.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Darrell Patterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164820924.
- LMHC · Florida · MH19171 · Expires March 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Darrell Patterson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
My husband and I had been experiencing ongoing communication fallouts and problems seeing eye-to-eye for years causing a lot grief and resentment, and to make matters worse, days before our first meeting, my husband also disclosed that he'd been hiding multiple affairs. To say Darrell Patterson's counseling couldn't have come at a better time is a gross understatement. I really enjoy his professional yet fatherly/elder like approach to our sessions. He understands the pain and severity of infidelity and has himself expertly voiced to my husband my hurts/concerns without me really saying a word. Obviously there's much, much more to unpack, but I finally feel validated and heard. We've had about 6 couple's sessions but I've been very pleased thus far with the help he's providing and look forward to what else can be learned and discovered.
Darrell is professional, kind hearted, and wise. He has a very reassuring and non judgmental demeanor, and I can say honestly that I have already learned a lot in just a few sessions. He is not just a listening ear, he is teaching me skills that I have been able apply in my battle with my mental health issues.
Darrell has been great and I highly recommend him to anyone struggling with depression anxiety and addiction.
Darrell does a great job of listening to me and offering suggestions as to how to cope with the struggles that I’m having.
I’ve felt safe talking to Darrell; he’s helped me sort out several issues I needed someone to talk to but didn’t have a trusted friend to do so with.
He’s amazing. He is a great therapist.
He’s a great listener and explains his thoughts and ideas exceptionally
Darrell Patterson is a fantastic guide for anyone's journey to bettering their health. Darrell helped me realize how important the little things are in making myself better. Darrell truly listened to what I said and helped me to develop a healthier relationship with my myself. I cannot recommend Darrell's services enough!
Amazing creation from above, this man is living his purpose. It’s one thing to have a therapist, but when you have one that connects with you and your feelings and heart and soul is another. Most definitely is a wise , kind hearted man!
I've had 1 session with Mr. Patterson and am looking forward to additional ones. Very caring, compassion, and patient individual. He is humorous when necessary but also very professional and relatable. His feedback is thoughtful. Highly recommend
Kind, very easy to open up to. Dr Patterson helps you think outside the box. Very grateful to have him as my therapist.
Has been a great support.
Darrell Patterson is very relatable and comes back with the Word of God which is primary. Then natural applications come after. I appreciate that and am looking forward to my next session. - John Mazza
Darrell is completely professional and I love how he uses the Bible in therapy with me.
Darrell is a kind, understanding person who listens and gives helpful insight to a variety of situations.
Darrell was a key person in my life over the last 1.5 years to help me dig out of a very dark hole, where life had hit me hard, and hit me hard again when I was down a couple of times. Not sure what would have happened, but God sent Darrell my way, and I am very thankful
Darrell Patterson makes me feel very safe to express myself openly without judgement which is a relief in itself. I am very grateful to have been matched with him as my therapist.
I would recommend Darrell to anyone who is seeking to find a great therapist. Darrell is very easy to talk to and makes you feel like he really cares. He offers great advice and he is very knowledgeable. I am very happy to have found Darrell!
There are not enough words to fully express how blessed I was to be connected with, Darrell! He is a truly inspiring counselor that helped myself in such a vast variety of ways!
Darrell has helped me tremendously through some of the most stressful and hectic times of my life. Not only do I view Darrell as a therapist, but I also view him as a life coach!
I can't say enough good things about Darrell. He's an attentive listener that is insightful and compassionate. His willingness to share some of his similar life experiences really helps to build trust. I'd definitely recommend him to anyone.
Darrell is a great therapist! He is understanding and insightful.
He is a great therapist whom helps for me to understand exactly how I can make a change starting with me
Darrell helped in a dark moment in my life and managed to help me out of it. Now we are working on my self improvement and the progress is notable.
Darrell has a way of allowing me to express what I am going through and work on my solutions than the problem or issue. He has made a tremendous difference in navigating through the roadblocks in my life.
Darrell Patterson is a great therapist . He has lots of life experience and perspective .Darrell asks me great questions that are often illuminating . Darrell is very qualified . He listens and notices what may be a root problem . He gives me helpful tools and ways of framing things to keep going forward . In the midst of deep family rifts Darrell has helped me stay positive and harness my best qualities through a year of cancer , surgery, and two hard bouts of COVID . I highly recommend Darrell Patterson who is a skilled professional with great integrity .
So far Darrell has been great.
Darrell...is the right person...at the right time...in our lives. Open, empathetic, curious, and wise. I will say much more about this man in the future, but I can say with confidence that he has positively helped me open myself up...become vulnerable and non-defensive, and has helped me understand my role in my family, and at work. All in a relatively short amount of time...and I look forward to more personal growth, and more understanding of my potential. Darrell is a good human...
Darrell is present, patient and professional. I get something out of each session we have!
Extremely professional and it’s a pleasure to have him as my therapist he is helping me a lot and I greatly appreciate him
Great listener and assistance in Analyzing, problem solving.
He is very respectful and gives me various tools to gp my anxiety, depression and grief. Very personable and easy to talk to.
Mr.Patterson is very positive, understanding and patient witch makes him such an asset to me and I am for ever grateful.
Better Help, Absolutely excellent !!
I really enjoy his feedback
He was point on.
He is a very awesome therapist and I recommend. 10/10
Darrell is a great therapist! Very understanding and supportive!
Best therapist I have had on here !
Darrell is a thoughtful and insightful person. Working with Darrell he has provided positive feedback, motivation, and a helpful and healthy perspective. Sometimes the answers you’re looking for are inside you and it takes the right kind of person to point them out. I’m thankful we’ve connected.
Darrell is a good listener and very likable, patient and takes the time for me, asking great questions. I feel home, welcome and listened too
Darrell listens to what i have to say and has feedback that supports what i say. On the Video session he keeps eye contact with me. He gives suggestions to me to enable me to better understand the issues i am dealing with.
I absolutely appreciate Darrell. He listens, he is patient, relatable, kind, has a welcoming and calm presence. I can go on and on, but to sum it up he is amazing!
Darrell is an extremely knowledgeable and skilled therapist... He hears my concerns and does an incredible job helping me reframe my mindset to address those concerns. I still have lots of work to do, but my experience so far has been great and I look forward to continuing my therapy journey with Darrell!
Darrell is a wellspring of insight and is always quick to help reframe challenges into opportunities. Speaking with him often feels like a weight is lifted from my shoulders when our sessions are through. Darrell has helped me navigate struggles with purpose, and I'm incredibly grateful for his warmth, wisdom, and guidance.
Darrell Patterson is wise. He is professional and he listens and really knows what my concerns are. He offers great insight and has been a lot of help to me.
Great therapist.
A very warm soul. Makes it easy to open up about whatever you are going throw. Greatly appreciate our talks.
Darell has incredible listening skills to get down to the heart of what you’re navigating into through . His wisdom , ability to be patient, and compassion is extremely potent and felt . I’m extremely grateful for him .
I love his approach to counseling and find him very helpful!
Darrell is a gentle and supportive presence. He draws from his life experience and professional experience to provide an informed perspective that is very helpful. Speaking with him has helped me to step back and examine things in a different way.
This therapist is very thoughtful and understanding
Frequently asked questions
Does Darrell Patterson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Darrell Patterson 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 Darrell Patterson speak?
Darrell Patterson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Darrell Patterson have?
Darrell Patterson has 9 years of experience.
Where is Darrell Patterson licensed to practice?
Darrell Patterson is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Darrell Patterson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Darrell Patterson 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 Darrell Patterson offer?
Darrell Patterson offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Darrell Patterson?
Darrell Patterson 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.
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