- Client-centered focus
- CBT strategies
- Goal oriented
About Dana
Dana Brouca is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who practices in New Jersey. She brings ten years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship strain. Dana also supports those coping with life changes and complex issues that can affect daily functioning.
Dana uses approachable, practical methods in sessions. She leans on client-centered work to follow what matters most to each person. She also draws from cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing to set goals and try small, concrete changes.
Sessions focus on the person’s strengths and real-life concerns. Conversations often include clearer ways to handle worry, tools to address low mood, and steps to improve communication. Dana aims to make goals specific and achievable so progress is visible between sessions.
She has experience with trauma, grief, anger, and caregiver stress, and she can support people facing money and financial issues as part of broader life stress. She also works with people navigating career questions, bipolar mood concerns, and compassion fatigue.
Dana emphasizes collaboration and practical planning. She helps people name priorities, build small habits, and track what works. Her style is straightforward, supportive, and focused on helping people move forward.
How Dana's Approaches Work Online
Client-centered therapy starts by following what matters most to the person. The therapist listens, reflects, and helps you identify priorities so sessions focus on your goals and strengths.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going. In practice this means naming unhelpful thoughts, trying small changes, and tracking results to reduce anxiety or low mood.
Motivational interviewing helps when someone feels stuck about change. The therapist asks open questions, reflects back your reasons for change, and helps turn those reasons into practical next steps.
Choosing the right approach is a joint process. The therapist will talk with you about your needs, preferences, and daily life and then suggest methods to try. Together you can adjust the plan based on what helps you reach your goals.
Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits can help therapy fit into everyday life without requiring major schedule changes.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Dana works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self esteem, career issues, bipolar, and compassion fatigue. She also lists additional focuses such as aging, caregiver stress, cancer, and money and financial issues.
What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?
Sessions are client-centered and collaborative. Techniques include cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic ideas, and solution-focused work to set practical goals.
How much experience does the therapist have?
This clinician has ten years of professional experience working in mental health settings.
Where is the therapist located and what credential do they hold?
The therapist is based in New Jersey and holds an LCSW, listed as NJ LCSW.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with this therapist?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.