Darnel James

Hello, ally! My name is Darnel Andera James (pronouns she/her). When people are at the point of yearning for something different but find themselves stuck and needing an ally to support them in the journey of becoming the best version of themselves, therapy is a great resource. My passion is triggering that yearning to help others develop a mindset and lifestyle where they work towards being the best version of themselves. I am excited to support you in your journey of becoming the best version of yourself!

I was born on the beautiful island of Trinidad and Tobago and was raised in NYC. I currently reside right outside of Richmond, VA, where I have worked in the mental health field for over 16 years. I moved to Virginia to pursue a degree in psychology from Virginia State University. Immediately after graduating, I entered the human services field by working at a diagnostic residential program for children. I discovered a passion for working with people who were often misunderstood. After a few years of community work in Intensive In-Home and Mental Health Skills Building, I moved on to further my education. I attended Virginia Commonwealth University, where I pursued a Master's in Social Work. After receiving my Master's, I went on to obtain my license in social work while also working on my certification for trauma, becoming a Certified Trauma Specialist.

Since being licensed, I have focused on providing outpatient therapy, finding joy and value in being an ally and motivational voice to others. My specialties include grief and bereavement, medical issues, multicultural and diversity issues, perinatal support, PTSD, sex and intimacy issues, life transitions, stress, trauma, ADHD, anger management, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, depression, family relationships, intimate and romantic relationships, gender identity, and LGBTQIA+ support. I offer SonderMind Video Telehealth to make therapy accessible and convenient for you.

When people experience trauma, it is not uncommon for life to become overwhelming. When people struggle and feel stuck, it can be difficult to figure out where to start. I am here to help you navigate these challenges. Working with me means having a supportive ally who understands the complexities of your experiences and is dedicated to helping you find clarity and strength. Together, we will work towards your goals and help you become the best version of yourself.

I look forward to embarking on this journey with you. Let's take the first step together.