Licensed Mental Health Professional

Find Your Way
Back to Yourself

Compassionate, individualized counseling in the heart of Hastings, Nebraska. A safe space to heal, grow, and rediscover what matters most.

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About

A Space Where
You're Truly Heard

Life brings moments that can feel overwhelming, isolating, or simply too heavy to carry alone. As a Licensed Independent Mental Health Professional based in Hastings, I offer a warm, nonjudgmental environment where your story matters — at every step.

Individualized Care

Every person is unique. Your treatment plan is shaped around your specific needs, goals, and pace.

Genuine Compassion

Therapy works best when you feel safe and understood. I prioritize building a trusting, authentic relationship.

Evidence-Based Methods

I draw from proven therapeutic approaches, tailored to what research shows works best for your concerns.

Services

Support Tailored
to Your Journey

Whether you're navigating anxiety, processing past experiences, or seeking clarity about your future, I offer the guidance and tools to help you move forward with confidence.

Anxiety & Stress

Learn practical strategies to manage overwhelming worry, calm racing thoughts, and build resilience so stress no longer controls your days.

Depression & Mood

When darkness makes even small tasks feel impossible, therapy provides a path toward renewed energy, hope, and a meaningful connection to life.

Relationship Challenges

Struggling with boundaries, communication, or trust? Gain insight into patterns and develop healthier ways to connect with others.

Life Transitions

Major changes — career shifts, loss, relocation, or new responsibilities — can upend your sense of stability. I help you navigate with grounding and clarity.

Self-Esteem & Identity

When self-doubt silences your voice, therapy helps you uncover your strengths, challenge limiting beliefs, and build a genuine sense of self-worth.

Trauma & Healing

Past experiences shape how we move through the world. With patience and the right support, healing is possible — at your own pace and in your own way.

Approach

How We'll Work
Together

Starting therapy is a decision that takes courage. Here's what you can expect from the beginning to beyond.

1

Reach Out

Call or email to schedule a brief introductory conversation. We'll discuss your needs and determine if we're the right fit.

2

Initial Assessment

Your first session is about understanding your story — your concerns, your goals, and what success looks like for you.

3

Collaborative Plan

Together we'll develop a clear, flexible treatment plan using evidence-based approaches suited to your unique situation.

4

Growth & Adjustment

Progress isn't linear. We'll regularly check in, celebrate wins, and adjust the approach as you evolve and grow.

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LIMHP
Licensed Credential
NE
Nebraska Licensed
1
Location — Hastings, NE
Virtual
Telehealth Available
Contact

Take the First
Step Today

You don't have to face things alone. Reach out — a phone call or email is all it takes to begin the conversation.

Phone (402) 460-5955
Email darnice@nycecounseling.com
Address 422 N Hastings Ave, Hastings, NE 68901

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