About Darlene Cross
Are you suffering from grief and loss after the passing of a loved one? Do you often find relationships or communication amongst friends, family, or colleagues frustrating or strained? Are you struggling with chronic illness? Alternatively, have you been feeling the need for some individual, one-on-one counseling? If you answered yes to any of these questions then Darlene Cross could be the right fit for you.
Darlene Cross is a licensed mental health professional, in practice since 1998, located in Henderson, Nevada. Contact her today to see how she can help you find your way through grief and loss, depression, communication challenges, troubled relationships, and more. To learn more details about her counseling services, please visit the counseling pages for Individuals and Couples.

Darlene Cross holds a master’s degree in Counseling from UNLV and undergraduate degrees in Business and Human Resources.


Yesterday I was clever and wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself. — Rumi
Testimonials
Darlene is Great! Darlene really helped our family a lot. She made us feel comfortable and listened to us. She’s good at understanding families and gave us great advice that actually worked. Our family talks better now and we get along more. Darlene really cares and knows her stuff. We learned a lot about ourselves and each other. If you need a therapist to help your family, Darlene is awesome!
Darlene is hands-down the best marriage therapist I’ve ever worked with. Her warmth, empathy, and sharp insight create a safe space where both partners feel heard and understood. She has an incredible ability to get to the root of issues without judgment, guiding couples through tough conversations with clarity and compassion.
Darlene has been an incredible support for our family. She helped us navigate some really tough times. Kind, caring yet direct. We always felt understood and empowered—highly recommend!
Working with Darlene Cross has been a truly transformative experience. Her deep insight, compassionate approach, and ability to ask just the right questions helped bring clarity and growth during a challenging time. I’m incredibly grateful for her guidance and professionalism. Highly recommend her to anyone seeking thoughtful, effective counseling.
Darlene has been amazing to work with! Both my wife & I have enjoyed her warmth and compassion. And the tools and insights she has provided have been invaluable. Highly recommend!
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