Jaime Darda, LCSW-C

Jaime Darda is a licensed clinical social worker with ten years of experience supporting people through hard moments. She practices in Maryland and focuses on helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, mood concerns, and relationship strain. Jaime creates a calm space where worries can be named and talked about. She keeps sessions straightforward and practical. Jaime listens first, then helps clients set clear goals. She uses conversation, skill-building, and short homework tasks so progress is visible between meetings. Jaime draws from several approaches to match each person’s needs. Cognitive behavioral techniques help people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior. Client-centered work keeps the conversation focused on what matters to the client in the moment. Elements of the Gottman Method are used when relationship patterns are part of the struggle. Many people seek Jaime for help with life changes, sleep and eating concerns, parenting stress, addiction and attention differences, and career or self-esteem issues. She also works with those coping with chronic illness, caregiver strain, or complicated grief. Her style is supportive and direct. Jaime emphasizes practical steps and clearer communication. She aims to empower people to handle day-to-day challenges with more confidence. To begin, Jaime asks people to share what they hope to change and then co-creates a plan that fits their life and schedule. The first sessions focus on understanding what matters most and trying one or two small changes.

How Jaime’s approaches translate to online care

Client-centered work focuses on understanding what the client wants and responding with empathy. It helps when someone needs to be heard and guided at their own pace. Cognitive behavioral therapy breaks problems into thoughts, actions, and feelings, and teaches simple skills to change patterns that cause distress. That approach is useful for anxiety, mood issues, sleep, and habits affecting daily life. The Gottman Method offers practical ways to spot and change unhelpful interaction patterns when relationship issues are present.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Jaime will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then try methods that fit those needs. She adjusts pace and tools based on what proves most helpful in practice, so therapy stays collaborative and focused.

The therapist’s biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow short check-ins when a full session is not practical. It can also let people use quieter surroundings, avoid video when needed, or continue work while traveling. Ask about the current session formats and scheduling when you set up your first appointment.