- Nonjudgmental approach
- Practical tools
- Mindful techniques
About Daniel
Daniel Silverstein is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in New York who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, parenting concerns, low self-esteem, and depression. He aims to make the first steps toward help feel simple and approachable. Daniel keeps sessions calm and direct so people can talk about what matters without pressure.
He focuses on building an open space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment. Daniel describes himself as relaxed and steady, and he uses that style to help people sort through immediate problems and small day-to-day challenges. He emphasizes practical steps and clearer thinking rather than long lectures.
Daniel draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy, mixing them to match each person’s needs. He often uses mindfulness and motivational techniques to address stuck patterns and to strengthen coping skills. This combination supports people who want concrete tools for stress, mood, and relationship concerns.
With nine years of clinical experience, Daniel has worked across a range of issues including abandonment, attachment struggles, blended family challenges, chronic illness and pain, substance issues, and communication problems. He pays attention to how life events and difficult relationships shape everyday behavior and mood.
People who prefer a calm, nonjudgmental listener and practical strategies may find his style helpful. He offers sessions in English and practices in New York.
How Daniel Uses Talk Therapy Online and Different Approaches
Daniel often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice difficult thoughts and learn to act toward their values. ACT focuses on accepting uncomfortable feelings while choosing behaviors that matter, which can help with anxiety and motivation.He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try practical behavior changes. CBT helps people break cycles of worry or low mood by testing thoughts and practicing alternatives.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Daniel treats the choice of method as a team decision and will adjust techniques based on a person’s goals, life situation, and preferences. He aims to match strategies to what someone needs right now rather than use one fixed method.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the available session formats when you book so they match your needs. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, shorten travel time, and allow brief check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let sessions focus on skills practice, mindfulness exercises, and problem-solving just as in-person work often does.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Daniel help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, parenting concerns, self-esteem issues, and depression. He also addresses a range of related topics such as abandonment, attachment issues, substance use, chronic illness, and communication problems.
What is his general therapy style?
Daniel keeps sessions calm and direct and aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space. He focuses on practical steps and helps people talk through thoughts and feelings without pressure.
How long has he been practicing?
He has nine years of experience working with a variety of concerns including mood, relationship, and stress-related issues.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - LMHC - and practices in New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a session with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.