I've had a very positive experience working with Darryl McCarroll. He has been incredibly supportive, insightful, and compassionate during a challenging time in my life. His guidance and approach have made a meaningful difference, and I'm very appreciative of the help he's provided.
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Career Counseling, Anger Management, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Trauma / PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Bipolar Disorder, Addiction, Sexual Abuse
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About Darryl
Darryl G. McCarroll (Dr. D) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate. Darryl works with individuals and couples who are in need of an empowering, motivated therapist. With experience in sex therapy as well as treating military soldiers and veterans, men, and seniors, Darryl believes in empowering his clients and assisting them with finding their truth. Darryl attended Western Illinois University for undergraduate studies in Journalism, earned a Master’s degree in Social Work, and completed his Doctoral studies at Walden University with honors.
Darryl is a board-certified hypnotherapist with advanced training in CBT, CPT, EMDR, EFT, and DBT. Darryl believes that diverse life experiences create a unique understanding of the human condition, such as mental health and daily challenges each adult will face at one point or another in their life.
Life is tough, but each of us have our own superpowers that allow us to cope. Darryl’s job as a therapist is to assist you with getting in touch with that power and learning coping skills to find what you want or need. If you get the opportunity to work with Dr. D, you may find the power to make changes, feel empowered, and find your inner strengths.
"I focus on your ability to make the changes in your life you want to make, so let's talk about what you need and how I can assist you today."
What clients say
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Darryl has been great to keep me moving forward with my therapy and progress. I am learning a lot about myself and thankful that I feel safe in moving forward.
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I liked the fact I was heard, and the hope for healing.
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I love our interactions and feedback
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Session mission was right on time.
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Get to know Darryl
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
I retired from the bail bonding industry and wanted to expand my knowledge of mental health and substance abuse. I completed the academic requirements for a Doctor of social work and I became a scholarly practioner of the craft.
What types of clients do you work with best?
I work well with clients between the ages of 18 to 75 years of age. I work well with people who have career issues, bipolar, traumas, military service, anger issues, anxiety, and major depression.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
I work well with people who have career issues, bipolar, traumas, military service, first responders, people with anger issues, anxiety, substance abuse, major depression, and faith based practices.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
I am a Clinical Social Worker; my focus is on assisting my clients to take charge of their inner power to find healing and make changes in their life, not as victims but as life warriors.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
Thriveworks has developed a program where clinicians, such as myself, can grow and expand our knowledge of the craft.
What inspires you?
I believe that if I can be someone's miracle today I have met my spiritual goals.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
I utilize a four-step process: I completed the required intake process with the client, with the client we identify the personal goals and clinical goals, I listen while the client shares their history, and with the client we develop a strategy on what the client wants to achieve.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
We will complete the intake interview, complete the personal care plan, complete the diagnoses, and Identify the client's strengths and weaknesses.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?
My goal is to help you, an expert on your life, to identify what you want, so it is important the person comes to me with an idea of what they want and need.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I am a dog trainer and have been one for over 50 years. I enjoy teaching dog tracking. I enjoy music and live performances. I am a spiritual person and enjoy my time finding adventure in the world and love to travel.
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
I am an empathetic person with a kind heart and I am a firm believer that we each have the ability inside of us to make changes in our lives.
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Education and training
- Years in practice
- 31 years
- Graduating institute
- Walden University
- Graduating degree
- Master of Social Work
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