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Dr Darlene Allen Nichols, MA, LCPC, PhD

Therapist DAN Care Counseling Center
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Adjustment Disorder, Family Conflict,
Insurance: BlueCross and BlueShield, United Healthcare

Introduction

I am Dr. Darlene Allen Nichols, my goal is to provide my clients a safe space to be open, honest and vulnerable. I believe it’s ok not to be ok, and am committed to walking with my clients through the challenges of life. I own and operate a nonprofit organization, DAN Care Center, located in Beverly where we provide community service & educational programs, family therapy, and assist business owners with non-profit setups. My extensive NPO & corporate background affords me the opportunity to connect with people from all walks of life aiding them through the journey of mental wholeness.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

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Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LPC #178019560 (IL)
  • LCPC #180.017416 (IL)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Groups

Communities

  • Racial Justice/Equity

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Christian

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Dr Darlene Allen Nichols, MA, LCPC, PhD accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • United Healthcare

Pay out-of-pocket

  • 55 Min. Individual Counseling Session $200 - $225
  • 55 Min. Marriage Counseling Session $175 - $225
  • 60 min group counseling sessions $50 - $75

Locations

Dan Care Center
Chicago, IL 60643-4734
Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Dr Darlene Allen Nichols, MA, LCPC, PhD accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Dr Darlene Allen Nichols, MA, LCPC, PhD is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Dr Darlene Allen Nichols, MA, LCPC, PhD offer telehealth appointments? Dr Darlene Allen Nichols, MA, LCPC, PhD does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Dr Darlene Allen Nichols, MA, LCPC, PhD specialize in? Dr Darlene Allen Nichols, MA, LCPC, PhD specializes in the following areas: Adjustment Disorder, Anger Management, Anxiety, Blended Families, Couples Counseling, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict, Marital and Premarital, Parenting, Social Anxiety, and Trauma.
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