Licensed to practice in California. Specializes in Anxiety, Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD and 8 more.
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Sometimes understanding our struggles isn't enough to create lasting change. I help clients slow down, recognize patterns that may be keeping them stuck, and develop a deeper connection with themselves. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years' experience supporting clients through anxiety, trauma, depression, life transitions and relationship struggles. I believe therapy is a space to slow down, feel understood, and explore what's happening beneath the surface through holistic approaches.
Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, especially if you're not sure where to begin. Our first session is a chance to slow down, get to know one another, and talk about what's been happening in your life. You don't need to have everything figured out- I'll help guide the conversation while making space for what feels most important to you. We can take the time to get to know one another, and I can provide you with more information about my style of therapy as well. This allows us to being building a trusting relationship and explore what approaches feel right for your needs and goals.
My approach goes beyond simply talking about problems. I help you to slow down, tune into your inner experience, and explore what may be keeping you feeling stuck. I bring a warm, supportive presence to sessions while using evidence-informed experiential approaches, including Brainspotting, IFS and somatic techniques, to help you process emotions, patterns and experiences at a deeper level.
I work with adult women who are tired of just "getting by" and managing their symptoms. On the outside, you’re the one who has it all together, but internally, the pressure of perfectionism and the constant need to people-please is wearing you thin. You’ve likely tried the traditional routes: reading the books or talking through your week in therapy, but the quick fixes and temporary coping tools just aren’t working. You’re ready to stop putting Band-Aids on your anxiety and relationship patterns and finally get to the heart of why these cycles keep repeating.
Sometimes we understand something intellectually but still feel stuck emotionally or physically. Brainspotting is an approach that uses the mind-body connection to help us access the deeper, emotional part of the brain and allows space for deeper processing and meaningful change. More info: www.brainspotting.com
Attachment theory is the idea that the relationships with your parents/caregivers in early childhood significantly impact your adult relationships- especially romantic relationships. I find that people who suffer from chronic anxiety, depression, panic attacks or find themselves in engaged in unhealthy relationships, may have some sort of attachment-based wounds from childhood. We can work together to identify these wounds and empower you to heal relational issues, creating a healthier more secure relationship with yourself and others.
Somatic therapy emphasizes the connection between the body and the mind. It focuses on how physical sensations, such as tension or discomfort, are linked to your emotional and psychological experiences. By using techniques like breathwork, body awareness, and movement, somatic therapy helps you to release stored trauma, reduce stress and promote healing by addressing both the body and the mind.
I have been working with trauma throughout my entire career (15+ years) and provide deeply compassionate trauma-informed care to everyone I work with. I believe that trauma is also stored in the body and evidence shows that mind-body work can facilitate deep healing of trauma in a way that traditional talk therapy cannot.
IFS is about identifying and building a relationship with different "parts" of ourselves that develop throughout our lives- such as inner critics or wounded younger parts. Through this lens, you can better understand your inner world, develop compassion for yourself, unburden any wounded parts and create inner harmony. IFS is especially helpful for people who feel stuck, conflicted, overwhelmed or disconnected from themselves. IFS work is used in conjunction with Brainspotting to allow for deep healing.
3 ratings with written reviews
February 24, 2026
I have never felt so seen and understood in therapy before Danielle. She has truly been the biggest gift during my healing journey! She is warm, compassionate and so understanding, I wouldn't be as far as I am without her support.
December 14, 2025
Authentic, non-judgemental, and asked questions in a way that made me feel seen/heard. As a therapist, it’s sometimes difficult to be in the client role… but not with Danielle, and I appreciate that so much.
June 9, 2025
Danielle is very engaging. She really empowers you to explore your feelings and reactions. Her style allows you to review what is helping you and let go of what you cannot change. Some parts are a challenge but if you are looking into therapy you are ready to review your preconceptions and deeply held feelings.