Darline LeMaire

My name is Darline, I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and a therapist at Aspire To Wellness Behavioral Health. I received my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Fordham University  and my Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Delaware State University. I am  licensed in New York State.  In my leisure time, I enjoy reading books and watching different TV shows. My years in the field of social work have allotted me the knowledge and clinical experience essential for working with culturally diverse populations, and different economic status.  I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families dealing with a variety of health and mental health concerns, developmental delays, behavioral problems and drug addictions. I have also worked with children with behavioral challenges, ADHD, and ODD.  I have considerable  knowledge working with children who have developmental delays using the ABA model under supervision. I work with adolescents, and adults dealing with a variety of health and mental health concerns, low self esteem, eating disorders, social isolation, drug addictions, and domestic violence. I work with couples experiencing difficulties in their relationships  that are trying to repair their relationship and reestablish their intimate connection. I work with families experiencing parenting and family issues.  My life’s work is helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, and help them find their inner strength to self-empowerment to overcome life’s challenges. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief/loss, crisis intervention and trauma. I have been trained in various therapeutic approaches such as CBT, motivational interviewing, strength-based approach, person centered-approach, Crisis Intervention Model, Trauma Informed Care, Play therapy and Solution-Focused Approach. When human beings experience trauma or severe life stressors, it’s natural for their lives to detour. My passion is to bring healing  and balance back which allows the client to gain the strength to navigate their challenges while finding harmony within their lives and system.  It can be challenging to take that first step, but you don't have to do this alone.  I’m here to support you, and empower you to build your safety and comfort on your journey. Take a leap of faith with me and let's embark this journey of what we call life together.