At Calming Connections Counseling we offer individual, couple, and family counseling services. Specializing in perinatal mental health, family transitions and trauma.
We also offer support groups.
Calming Connections Counseling is owned and run by Darla Grieco.
My career path began very differently from where I am now. I initially set off into adulthood on my way to becoming a veterinarian. It was not until I gave birth to my daughter that I discovered my true drive and passion to empower individuals as they work towards a place of healing.
I received my masters of arts in counseling psychology from Northwest University in 2014. In 2004, I received my bachelors of science in Neuroscience from Washington State University. I hold certifications as a lactation educator and postpartum doula.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families, adolescents and children. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families dealing with:
anxiety
depression
interpersonal relationship issues
life transitions
grief and loss
trauma history (childhood traumas, sexual abuse, sexual assault, traumatic grief, domestic violence history)
pregnancy issues (conception struggles, pregnancy loss, pregnancy termination)
postpartum issues (birth trauma, postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, breastfeeding support)
I use a counseling approach that is integrative and client-centered, meaning I pull from different theoretical styles in order to best serve the client and suit their needs and goals. I view the counseling relationship as a collaborative partnership, based on honesty and trust, in which we jointly bring about resolution and healing.
I am influenced by Integral Psychology. Therefore, I will address the client as a whole person, taking into consideration the many interrelated parts of the human being (biological, emotional, cognitive, relational, cultural, and spiritual) allowing for a more complete understanding of the individual and his or her unique life circumstances.
As your counselor, I aim to provide a safe and empathetic environment to explore thoughts, feelings, and goals. I will help you to identify strengths and areas of growth and change, while working towards self-acceptance and satisfaction in your relationships. While therapy can help to bring about welcome change, the process may at times give rise to uncomfortable thoughts, feelings, or memories. The way to a life of peace may not be without effort, but the freedom that results is a treasure that no one can take away from you.
