Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Rochester, MN

I am Darian, an LICSW, with small town roots, forever ingrained in my soul. I work with all individuals, ages 6 and up, however have a dear spot in my heart for the kids, teenagers, pre and postpartum moms and individual who have experienced medical trauma.

I have experience working with individuals in recovery, children in the foster care system, children having a difficult time regulating their nervous system, teenagers having a difficult time with their emotions and parents struggling to find balance. Let's "get your glow back" and find some balance in your life.

I received my Bachelors of Social Work from Winona State University and then went to the University of Minnesota, Duluth to pursue my Masters of Social Work. I am a wife to a wonderful husband and mother to three beautiful children. We enjoy the lake in the summer and they hockey rink in the winter. I serve on a nonprofit board for CHD awareness and education, and also on the Pediatric Family Advisory Council for Mayo Rochester Hospital.

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for Lunchtime sessions Tuesday & Wednesday! Book a FREE 15-minute consult today! I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) & Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) with over 18 years of experience in mental health. My work is rooted in compassion, practicality, and a belief that therapy should be an empowering journey—not a lifelong commitment. I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, and seniors who experience ADHD, chronic illness & mind-body disconnect. I also integrate mental health and nutrition into my approach and provide grief-informed care.

I want you to know that therapy is a safe space where you can be yourself. There’s no judgment here—just a commitment to helping you feel more in control of your life and well-being.

Choosing a therapist is a personal decision, and I believe you deserve someone who will meet you with compassion, curiosity, and respect. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to be yourself—without judgment—and where we can work together to better understand the challenges you're facing and the strengths you already possess.

I hold a master's degree in Addictions and Rehabilitation Counseling and am a license professional clinical counselor in the Minnesota. Before becoming a therapist, I earned my medical degree in Mexico, an experience that deepened my appreciation for the connection between emotional and physical well-being.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Certified Life Coach with 30 years of professional clinical experience. I have worked in both outpatient and inpatient programs developing and leading mental health programs. I have owned a private successful practice since 2010 that was initiated to help people thrive through life's challenges. I was drawn to this field by a deep interest in human behavior transformative impact of helping others thrive and navigate through challenges that created lasting positive change.

I specialize in a variety of treatment approaches serving men and women. Let me support you in navigating difficult transitions tailoring your treatment to meet your needs.