Darlene Kuzloski, LAC
Clinical Therapist
About Me
I believe every person has the capacity to grow, heal, and reach their fullest potential. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where clients feel understood, empowered, and equipped with practical tools to navigate life's challenges.'
What is Your Therapeutic Approach?
My approach is grounded in a neurobiology-informed, person-centered framework that recognizes the interconnectedness of the brain, body, emotions, behaviors, and relationships. I believe that understanding how the nervous system responds to stress, adversity, and relational experiences can provide meaningful insight into emotional and behavioral patterns and support the development of effective coping and self-regulation skills.
I integrate evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Play Therapy, adapting interventions to each client's developmental stage, presenting concerns, strengths, and individual goals. My work with children, adolescents, and adults is collaborative and individualized, with an emphasis on establishing a safe and trusting the therapeutic relationship.
Through a relational and strengths-based approach, I support clients in developing greater self-awareness, emotional regulation, adaptive coping strategies, and resilience. Therapy is tailored to meet each individual where they are while fostering meaningful growth, increased confidence, and the skills necessary to navigate life's challenges and build healthier relationships.
Who I Work With
I have experience working with clients across the lifespan, beginning as young as one year old.
My specialties include:
Trauma
Grief and loss
Anxiety
ADHD
Coping skills
Emotional regulation
Behavioral issues
Child and adolescent mental health
Pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum
Self-esteem and relationship issues
Family support and parent collaboration
Parent Training
I am passionate about helping children, teens, and families build resilience, strengthen relationships, and develop lifelong coping skills.
Client Ages: 5+