- Focus on daily coping
- Strengths-based help
- Evidence-based techniques
About Dana
Dana Vander Veen is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) in Maryland with nine years of practice. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. Her work also addresses concerns such as codependency, attachment and abandonment issues, body image, and family of origin problems.
Dana centers her approach on caring, compassionate support. She pays attention to mind, body, and spirit and how those parts affect daily life. Sessions focus on practical steps to manage symptoms and build strengths that matter to each person.
In the room she aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared. Conversations are steady and direct, with an emphasis on what helps in everyday life. Dana encourages small, doable changes that add up over time.
She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work on trauma, coping, and relationships. The emphasis is on collaboration, so goals and strategies reflect what the client needs most. Dana frames setbacks as part of progress and helps people find next steps when things feel stuck.
If someone is ready to start, she supports them in taking that first step and in building tools to carry forward. Her practice is grounded in steady support and practical problem-solving.
Approaches that guide online work and care
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques form the backbone of Dana’s approach. One common approach focuses on processing trauma in manageable steps, helping people reduce overwhelm and regain a sense of safety in daily life. Another approach targets anxiety and mood by teaching concrete coping skills such as breathing, grounding, and behavioral strategies to improve day-to-day functioning.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dana works collaboratively to decide which methods fit a person’s goals and preferences. She checks in regularly and adjusts plans so therapy stays practical and relevant to what matters most to the client.
Practical benefits of online therapy can include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into busy days. Online options may also reduce travel time and make it simpler to keep regular appointments. The therapist’s biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm which formats are available before booking. Overall, online work aims to make consistent care more accessible while still focusing on real-life skills and steady progress.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Dana commonly address?
Dana works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, depression, and coping with life changes. She also supports people facing codependency, attachment concerns, body image struggles, and family of origin problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is compassionate and straightforward. She focuses on practical steps and building strengths that fit a person’s daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She brings nine years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and life challenges.
What credentials and location information are listed?
She holds an LCPC credential in Maryland and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Dana also accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the therapist before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.