Barbara Darko
I am a dual board-certified, experienced primary care and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. My approach is to target the body as a whole, as the body system is interconnected; a break in one section can cause a ripple effect in another.
I am a dual board-certified, experienced primary care and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.
I am passionate about providing the best care and support my patients need to recover and maintain wellness.
First session
In our sessions, you can expect a comfortable and safe environment where you can freely express your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. With active listening, I strive to understand your exclusive needs and offer information about mental health, medications, and treatment options to help you make informed decisions about your care. Together, we will establish goals and objectives for your treatment and regularly assess your progress toward those goals.
Strengths
I understand the challenges you might be facing. Through my years of experience working in mental health, I've developed a reliable approach to help you identify the underlying reasons for your obstacles. Together, we can create a personalized strategy for tangible progress to help you with: * Depression * Anxiety Disorders * Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). * Bipolar disorder * Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). * Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). * psychotic disorders. * Substance use disorders
Ideal clients
I specialize in the use of psychotropics and psychotherapy modalities in treating mental health. I work closely with you to develop a treatment plan while using up-to-date research that suits you.
Treatment methods
Motivational Interviewing
I use a person-centered style approach to help my clients resolve ambivalence and plan for change
Psychoeducation
I use an approach that provides data and support for you to better understand and cope with illness.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I will compassionately inquire about your feelings, beliefs, and preferences in person-centered practice. I will also seek to understand how you engage in and respond to the activities that you value.
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- New JerseyLicense 26NJ01064700
- New YorkLicense 311500