Darlene Duran

Darlene Duran is an experienced educator and mental health professional with a diverse background in counseling and market research. Currently serving as a Preschool Teacher at Westchester Reform Temple since January 2018, Darlene focuses on social and emotional development while collaborating with families to enhance children's preschool experiences. Prior to this role, Darlene worked as a Mental Health Counselor at Green Chimneys, providing individual and group therapy to children and teens, and as a Freelance Consumer Insight/Market Researcher, delivering strategic marketing guidance across various sectors. Darlene's earlier career includes leadership as a Research Director at SENSANALYSIS and extensive consulting work with consumer packaged goods companies. Darlene began the professional journey in marketing communications, managing strategies for Fortune 500 clients. Darlene holds a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Pace University, complementing a robust skill set in research and analysis.