- Client-centered approach
- Practical coping tools
- Relationship focus
About Danielle
Danielle DePalma is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 22 years of experience. She trained in psychology at Cornell University and completed a Master of Arts in Social Work at Columbia University. Danielle focuses on practical, compassionate help for people facing hard moments. She speaks plainly and aims to make the first step into therapy feel manageable.
Danielle helps people work through stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship struggles. She also supports those coping with caregiving strain, fertility and adoption questions, codependency, and issues related to trauma and abuse. Conversations are guided by what each person needs, not a one-size-fits-all script.
Her practice draws on approaches such as client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, and the Gottman Method. In sessions she focuses on clear tools and steady progress, with mindful attention to how past experiences shape current patterns. Expect practical steps you can try between meetings.
Danielle aims to tailor both talk and techniques to each person’s goals. She combines empathy with structure so sessions feel both supportive and focused. Her New York practice reflects long experience helping people sort complex feelings and make concrete changes.
If you are weighing therapy for relationship strain, mood concerns, parenting stress, ADHD, or career pressure, Danielle offers an experienced, down-to-earth approach to help you move forward.
Therapeutic approaches and how they fit into online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening closely and following the person’s lead. It aims to create a respectful space where the therapist reflects feelings and helps clients find their own solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches concrete skills to change them; it’s often used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, known as EMDR, helps people work through traumatic memories using structured procedures that can reduce the intensity of those memories.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist and client review goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan over time so it matches the client’s needs and pace.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or make it simpler to connect without travel. Licensed professionals can use different methods online to teach practical skills, guide emotional processing, and support behavior change, all while collaborating with you on how therapy fits into your routine.
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Experience
22+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Danielle address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and related concerns such as codependency, parenting strain, ADHD, and caregiver stress.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She uses a practical, people-focused style that pairs empathy with clear tools. Sessions emphasize straightforward steps and discussion tailored to each person.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Danielle has over 22 years of professional experience as a clinician working with a range of mental health and relationship concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices in the New York area.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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