Business Details
Your Trusted Psychotherapist in Santa Monica
As a licensed psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience, I specialize in helping individuals overcome codependency, shame, and relationship challenges. My practice integrates deep clinical expertise with practical strategies, drawing from my acclaimed books including Codependency for Dummies and Conquering Shame and Codependency. I provide personalized therapy sessions, empowering webinars, and self-help resources designed to foster self-awareness and emotional resilience.My approach emphasizes soul alignment, boundary-setting, and healing from narcissistic abuse, serving clients both locally in Santa Monica and globally through digital platforms. With a background in law and psychotherapy, I offer unique insights into emotional and psychological recovery.
Services
Psychotherapy
Relationship Counseling
Codependency Treatment
Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
Self-Esteem Workshops
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized experience in codependency recovery
- Our therapy integrates legal and psychological perspectives for deeper understanding
- We provide evidence-based strategies through books and digital resources
- Our practice focuses on practical tools for boundary-setting and self-esteem
- We combine clinical expertise with spiritual approaches to healing
Associations and certifications
- California Board of Behavioral Sciences
What people say
Life-changing insights
Empowering recovery tools
Deeply insightful approach
Practical self-help methods
Transformative personal growth
Services
Psychotherapy
Individual psychotherapy addressing codependency, shame, and relationship issues through evidence-based techniques. Sessions focus on self-esteem development, boundary-setting, and emotional healing. Combines cognitive-behavioral approaches with spiritual perspectives for comprehensive care.
Codependency Recovery
Specialized treatment program for overcoming codependency patterns using step-by-step methodologies from published works. Includes personalized guidance for breaking destructive relationship cycles and developing healthy self-identity.
Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
Targeted support for healing from narcissistic relationships through structured recovery processes. Focuses on rebuilding self-worth, establishing boundaries, and restoring emotional autonomy using trauma-informed approaches.
Online Resources
Comprehensive library of self-help materials including webinars, audio recordings, and workbooks. Provides accessible learning formats for ongoing personal development and recovery support at any stage.
Self-Esteem Workshops
Interactive programs designed to cultivate lasting self-worth through practical exercises and group support. Addresses core shame issues while teaching sustainable self-care practices for long-term emotional health.
People
Darlene Lancer
Licensed Psychotherapist
30+ year experienced therapist specializing in codependency recovery and narcissistic abuse healing. Author of multiple award-winning books including Codependency for Dummies. Combines legal background with clinical expertise to provide unique therapeutic perspectives.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I combine cognitive-behavioral techniques with spiritual perspectives and trauma-informed care, tailored to each client's specific needs and recovery stage.
Do you offer virtual therapy sessions?
Yes, I provide online counseling services for clients outside the Santa Monica area through secure video conferencing platforms.
How can I start codependency recovery?
Begin by exploring our self-help resources, or schedule an initial consultation to create your personalized recovery plan based on proven methodologies.
Are therapy sessions covered by insurance?
As an out-of-network provider, I offer superbill receipts for potential insurance reimbursement. Check with your specific insurance plan for details.
What resources are available for narcissistic abuse recovery?
We offer specialized webinars, audio programs, and the 'Essential Rescue Packet' containing targeted tools for healing from narcissistic relationships.
How do I access online resources?
Digital materials including webinars, e-books, and audio recordings are available for purchase and immediate download through our secure online store.
