Darnita McCullah, LMFT, Therapist in Lakewood, Washington

Darnita McCullah helps adults navigate life’s challenges with compassion, insight, and practical strategies for lasting change. As a Marriage & Family Therapist at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy and couples therapy for adults across Washington. Darnita works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns, creating a supportive environment where individuals and couples can better understand their experiences, strengthen relationships, and move toward their personal goals. Darnita believes that effective therapy begins with a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, respect, and collaboration. She tailors treatment to each person’s unique needs and draws from evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and couples/marital counseling techniques. Her approach is thoughtful, practical, and focused on helping clients develop skills that promote emotional well-being and resilience. A particular area of passion for Darnita is helping clients through midlife transitions. Whether someone is facing changes in relationships, career shifts, evolving family dynamics, or questions about identity and purpose, she understands that these periods can bring both uncertainty and opportunity. She enjoys helping clients gain clarity, build confidence, and develop coping strategies that allow them to navigate change with greater balance and self-awareness.