
“The wound is the place where light enters.” ~Rumi
Welcome.
My experience in this field began in my own life, through my own healing and recovery from complex, relational trauma. I sought out as many modalities that I could for myself, and traveled the world in search of ‘what works for me that I can share with others?’ My formal education is both in Psychology and Social Work from San Diego State University that led me to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have worked across the healthcare field in medical clinics, psychiatric facilities, residential treatments, and crisis units. I have worked in macro systems advocating for social justice, ran a national gender and sexual diversity program across the US, and have facilitated trauma informed trainings for both psychiatrists and therapists in gender affirming care. I have trained 720 hours in yoga and vedic philosophy including; Hatha, Sivananda, Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY), and Kundalini Yoga. With my studies in both Eastern and Western modalities, I have crafted my own holistic style of therapy through blending somatic and cognitive therapies and use EMDR. With couples I use Gottman Method and EMDR.
I work with trauma and addiction all over the spectrum, offer gender and sexuality affirming therapy, am a member of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH), and specialize with ENM/non-monogamy/polyamory.
Sometimes we feel a desire for something greater, but are not sure where to start. Reach out, I am here to help you find it.
I’m Darlynn (she/her), a mover and a healer.
Advanced Trainings
EMDR Trained in Somatic & Attachment Focused (S.A.F.E) EMDR (2022)
A Complete Guide to Becoming an LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapist: Trauma-Informed Clinical Interventions for Adults (2022)
Drs. John & Julie Gottman on the 10 Core Principles for Effective Couples Therapy (2023)
Sexual Desire Discrepancy in Couples (2023)
Treating Psychosis with EMDR (2023)
Deeper Connections: EMDR with Couples and Families (2023)
EMDR Certified (2024)
EMDR for Addictions: Honoring the Coping Rooted in Wisdom (2024)
Integrative Sex & Couples Therapy (2024)
Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional (CSTIP) Certified (2025)