Darilyn McElfresh
Licensed Therapist, MS, LMFT
About
I describe my approach to OCD therapy as "Nanny McPhee." I'll be here when you don't want me, but you need me. I'll leave when you no longer need me, but you want me. I want to teach my members how to be independent of therapists: Healed to live their lives and thrive. Getting there is challenging and can be bumpy. Treatment is not linear. But you won't be alone. I'll be here to support you through the process. My other areas of focus include sexual health, LGBTQ+ issues, trauma, and attachment styles.
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About
I describe my approach to OCD therapy as "Nanny McPhee." I'll be here when you don't want me, but you need me. I'll leave when you no longer need me, but you want me. I want to teach my members how to be independent of therapists: Healed to live their lives and thrive. Getting there is challenging and can be bumpy. Treatment is not linear. But you won't be alone. I'll be here to support you through the process. My other areas of focus include sexual health, LGBTQ+ issues, trauma, and attachment styles.
INSURANCE ACCEPTED
Takes Aetna, Ascension SmartHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield, Central California Alliance for Health, Cigna, Forest County Potawatomi, Gold Coast Health Plan, Independence Blue Cross, Kaiser - Northern California Region, Kaiser - Southern California Region, L.A. Care Medi-Cal, Oscar Health, Partners Direct Health, Partnership Health Plan of California, Positive Healthcare, San Francisco Health Plan, United Healthcare, Western Health Advantage
LOCATION
Accepting members in California
EDUCATION
- NOCD Academy, OCD Training Program
CULTURAL COMPETENCIES
LGBTQ, TGNC, Judaism, Agnosticism, Atheism, Christianity
OTHER AREAS OF EXPERTISE
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics
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Why our members love working with Darilyn
C.M.
Dec 21, 2023
Love her and the way she takes the time to describe everything in a way that resonates with me and breaks things down so that I understand and can move forward in ocd treatment and life.
A.F.
Oct 12, 2023
Darilyn is the best therapist I've had, and I've had years of therapy experience.
N.S.
Mar 23, 2023
Love my therapist
J.C.
Feb 10, 2023
This is scary for me. But so far so good!
T.H.
Feb 10, 2023
She was very helpful, kind and empathic. Great rapport
D.C.
Jan 26, 2023
She's a truly wonderful therapist who cares deeply about helping her patients. She goes above and beyond both in sessions and in between sessions to make sure that I always know there is someone there to help.
M.D.
Jan 05, 2023
I am experiencing notable insight and relief with Darilyn. She is a great match and I am very happy I was referred and matched with her.
D.C.
Nov 21, 2022
Always incredible and caring. Truly the best provider I’ve ever had.
R.S.
Sep 27, 2022
Darilyn has been the most helpful therapist I’ve ever had- so much so that I have ‘graduated.’ I am grateful to have had OCD treatment with her. She was direct, professional, educated… and more than anything - I enjoyed the metaphors she gave, as it benefited me greatly in recognizing OCD in a relatable way. Thank you, Darilyn.
D.C.
Sep 01, 2022
Everything is always perfect! She’s incredibly caring and goes above and beyond what any therapist has ever done for me. I’m incredibly lucky to have her and I hope NOCD knows what a gem they have on their team as well.
S.R.
Aug 18, 2022
I love meeting with Darilyn! She is very empathetic and kind and takes her time to help me understand how I can reduce my symptoms. She's one of the best therapists I've met with, and I've seen a few!
S.R.
Aug 05, 2022
She was very nice and understanding. I feel optimistic and less stressed after our session. I would like to continue seeing her.
R.R.
Aug 02, 2022
I had the best experience and felt very understood and comfortable. She is funny and really makes this process easy and safe.
anonymous
Jan 21, 2022
Darilyn Shano is always HUGELY helpful. I've worked with a handful of mental health specialists and none have been as compassionate and understanding as her. She listens to what I'm saying and, if I'm having a particularly difficult week, she always finds a way to tweak our goals in a way that continues our progress but also addresses whatever my struggles may be. She is process oriented and not product oriented. I feel immensely supported and optimistic thanks to her.
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