Danielle DePalma , LCSW

Danielle DePalma is a licensed clinical social worker in New York with 22 years of professional experience helping individuals navigate life transitions and emotional challenges. She holds a BA in Psychology from Cornell University and an MA in Social Work from Columbia University, and practices as an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker trained to provide psychotherapy and care for people facing complex life and mental health concerns.

Over two decades she has supported people coping with stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and depression. She approaches each person with sensitivity, respect, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans to fit the distinct needs and goals of each individual. Danielle focuses on building a collaborative space where clients can explore concerns, develop coping skills, and work toward meaningful change.

Recognizing that beginning therapy can require courage, she honors that first step and aims to make the process approachable and tailored. Her practice emphasizes practical strategies and empathetic listening to help clients move forward at a pace that feels right for them.

Approaches and Online Care with Danielle DePalma

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist follows the client's lead, offering empathy and support to help people clarify values, explore feelings, and find their own solutions - it is often helpful for relationship concerns, life transitions, and self-esteem work.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it provides practical tools for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching skills for problem-solving and emotional regulation.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete techniques for distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness, and can be especially useful for clients who struggle with intense emotions, relationship conflicts, or recurring patterns of impulsive behavior.

Danielle works collaboratively with each person to determine which approach or combination of approaches best fits their goals, preferences, and circumstances. This collaborative process helps tailor care so that therapy aligns with a client's needs rather than forcing a single method.

Online therapy with Danielle is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for those with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility limitations. These options allow clients to access licensed professionals and therapists from their own environments, making it easier to maintain consistency in treatment and integrate new skills into daily life.