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Darlena Dench
PhD, CCHT
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Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Finding yourself at a challenging crossroad? Aware that it is time for a change but uncertain how to start? I can help. Whether your goal is improved self-esteem, relationships, wellness, stress-management, creative output or a better sense of direction, I offer guidance and tools that quickly help to get you on the right path. Through methods that increase self-awareness (archetypal analysis and hypnotherapy), my clients come to understand their personal narrative and transform their lives with increased ingenuity, healthier living and/or improved relationships.
The archetypal (Jungian) approach helps clients sort through outworn survival programming and to uncover their soul’s essence…their personal genius, in order to live a life of fulfillment and profound meaning. Hypnotherapy helps with realistic daily concerns such habit control, performance, goal setting and focus along with foundational needs for self care.
Together you and I can make a positive change by shifting old, outworn unconscious programming. If you are ready to move beyond an old story or habit, which has hampered your ability to respond effectively and heroically to life's challenges, schedule a free consult by clicking on the "My website" button now.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $255
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Paypal, Venmo
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Darlena Dench
PhD, CCHT
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Degree/Diploma from Pacifica Graduate Institute Darlena Dench
- In Practice for 5 Years
- Degree/Diploma from Pennsylvania State University B.A. Psychology / 1994
- Degree/Diploma from Pacifica Graduate Institute Ph.D. Mythological Studies and Depth Psychology / 2015
- Attended Hypnosis Motivation Institute, Clinical Hypnotherapy, Graduated 2020
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Self Esteem
- Relationship Issues
- Stress
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Career Counseling
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Healthy Living
- Ingenuity
- Internet Addiction
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- School Issues
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Sports Performance
- Weight Loss
- Women's Issues
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Dance Movement Therapy
- Hypnotherapy
- Jungian
- Sandplay
Location
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Darlena Dench
PhD, CCHT