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Darlene Mignacco, BFA, MSW

Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist

*Serving Clients in Ontario*

You are someone who enjoys being in control of your circumstances, confident in the decisions you are making, and clear about where you are headed. However, there are times when you feel overwhelmed and uncertain. At these times you struggle to make changes and move forward.

It is important to have a safe place to talk about your feelings, work through your fears, and gain some understanding and clarity. I believe no one knows you better than YOU do. It is my privilege to work with you as you journey through the process of self-discovery. I have experienced many changes in my life, events which have allowed a deeper understanding of the human experience across the life span. As a mature woman and Mother of three, I bring many years of experience. I am client-focused and honor the process each individual has towards health and wellness. I believe everyone has the capacity to move through difficult challenges if given a safe nurturing environment for exploration, identification and awareness of feelings.

As a giving and compassionate person I create a “relational” container using a non-judgmental approach to help individuals improve their lives and enhance their relationships, building strength and awareness. Therapy does not make your experiences go away, but it can help you understand them in a new way, fostering insight and change.

Hit the Get Started Now button and ask the Intake Coordinator for me, Darlene, to begin working together.

Clinical Background and Interests

  • Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (qualified to practice psychotherapy).

  • I completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts at York University, and a Master of Social Work degree at Dominican University River Forest, Illinois.

  • I began my career in Chicago after receiving a Maters Degree in Social Work and training in Narrative Therapy, Emotional Focused Therapy, and Psycho-dynamic Therapy.

  • I have worked with the under-served population on the west side of Chicago providing services to Seniors and troubled Youth. I have also spent many years working in a hospital setting providing therapy to those with addiction and mental health issues.

  • My clinical practice focuses on these and related issues: 

    • Addiction

    • Anger Management

    • Anxiety

    • Bipolar Disorder

    • Depression

    • Domestic Violence

    • Family Conflict 

    • Grief/Loss

    • Identity Issues

    • Life Transitions 

    • Borderline and Narcissistic Personality

    • Relationship Issues

    • Stress 

    • Trauma and PTSD 

I work with individuals, including young adults (18+) to seniors. I also provide couple therapy and family therapy.

My personal interests include spending time with my family, going for walks, and relaxing in nature.

I invite you to click the Get Started Now button, and ask for me (Darlene), to begin work on the issues you are facing!