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Danielle (Dani) Spolarich

Danielle (Dani) Spolarich

Therapist · Minnesota

Calm, practical help for life's hard moments

  • Evidence-informed methods
  • Goal-focused sessions
  • Trauma-informed care

About Danielle

Danielle (Dani) Spolarich is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) practicing in Minnesota. She brings 16 years of clinical experience to sessions and focuses on helping adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and addiction. Dani emphasizes clear, practical steps so people can manage day-to-day struggles more effectively.

In sessions she uses straightforward, evidence-informed methods to help people notice patterns and try small changes. She helps clients who are navigating relationship and communication issues, parenting strains, sleep problems, and life transitions. Dani also works with people facing chronic illness, caregiving stress, and challenges related to identity and self-esteem.

Her approach is collaborative and trauma-informed. She mixes techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused work, and trauma-focused therapy to match each person's goals. Conversations are aimed at building coping skills, improving emotional regulation, and clarifying steps forward.

Dani often supports people dealing with ADHD, bipolar concerns, compassion fatigue, and blended family stress. She also addresses specific issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, body image, and communication problems. Work may include skill practice, problem-solving, and planning for manageable changes.

People who prefer a practical, paced approach tend to find her helpful. Dani invites clients to set clear goals and to track progress over time. To begin, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details before booking.

How Dani Uses Practical Therapies Online

Danielle commonly draws on cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing in her work. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes to reduce anxiety or improve mood. Motivational interviewing focuses on a person’s own reasons for change, helping them build motivation and set realistic goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Dani will talk with each person about goals, needs, and preferences and then suggest approaches to try. That choice is collaborative and can be adjusted as progress is tracked.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the exact formats available before booking since the biography does not list them. Online options can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins from work breaks or between errands. Different formats can also suit different needs - for example, shorter audio check-ins for a quick progress update or video sessions for skills practice that uses visual cues. Ask about current session options when you set up the first appointment so you can pick what fits your routine.

Areas of focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Dani commonly address?

She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, grief, and related challenges like sleep and parenting strain.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is collaborative and practical, using clear steps and skill building to help people manage symptoms and make changes.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Dani has 16 years of experience working with adults across a range of emotional and life concerns.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is an LPCC, a licensed professional clinical counselor, and practices in Minnesota.

Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?

Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

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