Danika Girdner
Hi! I'm a Licensed Certified Social Worker, Clinical (LCSW-C) based in Maryland. I received my Masters from the University of Maryland, Baltimore and have been practicing since 2019. I help couples strengthen their relationships by improving communication, building trust, managing conflict, and deepening emotional connection using evidence-based approaches like the Gottman Method, ACT, and mindfulness. I look forward to meeting you!
My greatest strengths as a provider are my ability to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for clients and my use of evidence-based approaches to support meaningful change.
First session
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing, to ensure we are a good fit.
Strengths
My greatest strengths as a provider are my ability to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for clients and my use of evidence-based approaches to support meaningful change. I blend empathy with practical tools from the Gottman Method, CBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing to help clients navigate relationships, life transitions, and personal growth with confidence and clarity.
Ideal clients
I am best positioned to serve couples looking to strengthen their connection. I specialize in helping couples improve communication, build trust, manage conflict, and develop healthy coping strategies. My approach is loosely grounded in evidence-based practices like the Gottman Method, CBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing to support couples in creating fulfilling, healthy, resilient, and worthwhile relationships where emotional closeness thrives.
Treatment methods
Couples Counseling
I use inspiration from Gottman method with couples to help them build healthier, more fulfilling relationships. I guide them through evidence-based techniques to improve communication, manage conflict, and deepen emotional connection, drawing on the Gottman Method’s practical tools and interventions.
Motivational Interviewing
I use Motivational Interviewing to help couples explore and resolve ambivalence, empowering them to make meaningful changes in their lives. My approach is collaborative, empathetic, and focused on enhancing clients' intrinsic motivation toward achieving their goals.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help couples build psychological flexibility by embracing their thoughts and feelings while committing to actions aligned with their values. My approach emphasizes mindfulness, acceptance, and creating a meaningful life even in the presence of challenges.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- MarylandLicense 24836