(she/her)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor of Mental Health (LPCMH) in the state of Delaware. I received my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). My goal as a therapist is to develop a strong therapeutic relationship in order to help my clients identify their strengths and create attainable goals. My door is open to all populations.
During your first session, you can prepare to ask me any questions that you may be having about the therapeutic process and my experience in the field. It is important that the therapeutic alliance and rapport is being establish. I will also be conducting a biopsychosocial to gather your history and experience. I will have you explore the presenting problem that bring you to therapy.
My greatest strengths as a provider is my active listening skills, dedication and reliable attitude, and personable and easy going quality. I provide empathy to my clients and ensure that I actively listen to what you are presenting to me so that at the end of the day, you feel heard and validated. I am dedicated to my work and great with communication to ensure that necessary follow-ups are communicated clearly with my clients.
My door is open to all populations! Clients experiencing challenges with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, social challenges, adolescent challenges, identity crisis, mid-life crisis, self-esteem and self-love issues, and many more. My door is open to you and I look forward to exploring this next journey of life with you to become the best person that you want to be!
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Cash - $150 per session
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is a common approach I use to assist client with recognizing how their thought patterns and feelings are impacting their behaviors. I use CBT exercises within the therapeutic environment and often provide clients with tools to use outside of sessions to improve their lifestyle and overall mental health.
Couples Counseling
Couples and marriages will face many challenges and differences. I utilize a combination of techniques to assist couples with building healthy communication and resolution skills to improve their dynamics.
Eclectic
I approach counseling with an eclectic view, utilizing multiple approaches based on the needs of my clients. I utilize different models to meet the needs of the specific client that I am seeing.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
As a person-centered clinician, my goal is to develop a strong therapeutic relationship in order to help my clients identify their strengths and create attainable goals. The client is the expert of their lives and I am here to provide a non-judgemental, genuine, and compassionate experience.
Strength-Based
It can be easy to identify things we feel like we fail at. With a strengths based approach, I help my clients identify their positive qualities and strengths to improve their resilience and recognize their internal resourcefulness.
5 ratings with written reviews
June 10, 2026
Danielle is incredible and has never disappointed me. She's full of life, knowledgeable, caring and really knows her craft. Love her!
December 9, 2025
Every session I have with Dr. Espting, I find myself with the biggest smile on my face. She always finds a way to give me amazing, honest advice in every situation life throws my way. And I definitely see myself continuing to see her in the near future.
December 2, 2025
Danielle is easy to talk to. She offers solutions and helps me develop coping strategies to work through anxiety inducing situations.