Therapist profile
Danielle Larson, LCSW
LCSW helping adults with family and parenting concerns
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- ACT and CBT
- DBT skills
- Gottman informed
About Danielle
Danielle Larson is an Illinois licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 11 years of practice. She helps individuals manage stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, parenting strain, relationship and intimacy issues, and a range of mood and behavioral concerns.
She works in straightforward, person-focused ways. Sessions concentrate on what is happening now, and on skills that make everyday life more manageable. Danielle draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, client-centered work, and relationship tools from the Gottman Method.
Clients often bring problems linked to family of origin, communication difficulties, commitment worries, or challenges with substance use and impulsivity. Danielle also addresses grief, compassion fatigue, and issues connected to fatherhood and parenting stress. She aims to help people unstick patterns that cause shame, guilt, or chronic emptiness.
Her background includes supporting people through trauma and abuse and assisting those coping with bipolar symptoms and other mood disorders. She uses practical exercises, values-based work, and skill building to reduce reactivity and improve decision making. Conversations are direct and focused on change that can fit into a busy life.
Danielle sees adults who want to strengthen relationships, manage intense emotions, or find clearer priorities. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before scheduling a first meeting.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches used in online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed steps toward them. It helps when stress, shame, or avoidance get in the way of daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns. This approach is useful for anxiety, depression, and problem-focused work. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. It can help with strong reactivity, impulsivity, and intense relationship dynamics.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify what fits their goals and lifestyle. That may mean trying an approach for a few sessions and adjusting as needed based on progress and preference.
Confirm the specific session formats available before booking, as they are not listed here. Online options can make it easier to schedule brief check-ins, attend sessions without a commute, or use phone sessions when video is difficult. These practical benefits can help therapy fit into parenting, work, or caregiving routines without promising a particular service.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with related to family life?
She helps with family of origin issues, parenting stress, fatherhood concerns, communication problems, and broader family problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a blend of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT skills, client-centered methods, and Gottman-informed relationship tools to address symptoms and everyday problems.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 11 years of experience working with adults on anxiety, trauma, addiction, mood disorders, and relationship difficulties.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an Illinois LCSW and practices from Illinois.
Does she work with non-English speakers or international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking to learn which formats she is offering at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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