- Nonjudgmental presence
- Skill-based work
- Collaborative goals
About Daniel
Daniel Silverstein is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, and depression. He creates a calm space where clients can talk about hard thoughts and feelings without judgment. Daniel aims to make sessions feel approachable and grounded for people who are anxious about starting therapy.
He uses practical approaches like cognitive behavioral methods, mindfulness, and acceptance-based work to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try different skills. Sessions often include straightforward talk, skill practice, and gentle reflection rather than long lectures. Daniel describes himself as relaxed and positive, which he uses to help clients feel steadier in sessions.
With nine years as a counselor, Daniel has supported people through a wide range of concerns beyond core mood and anxiety issues. His additional focus areas include attachment and abandonment worries, communication and commitment difficulties, body image and chronic illness challenges, substance-related problems, and navigating separation or divorce. He also notes experience with personality-related concerns and blended family stress.
Daniel approaches counseling in a nonjudgmental way and emphasizes equality between therapist and client. He works collaboratively to set goals and to try changes that fit a person's life. People who prefer a calm, patient style may find his approach especially helpful.
He uses practical approaches like cognitive behavioral methods, mindfulness, and acceptance-based work to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try different skills. Sessions often include straightforward talk, skill practice, and gentle reflection rather than long lectures. Daniel describes himself as relaxed and positive, which he uses to help clients feel steadier in sessions.
With nine years as a counselor, Daniel has supported people through a wide range of concerns beyond core mood and anxiety issues. His additional focus areas include attachment and abandonment worries, communication and commitment difficulties, body image and chronic illness challenges, substance-related problems, and navigating separation or divorce. He also notes experience with personality-related concerns and blended family stress.
Daniel approaches counseling in a nonjudgmental way and emphasizes equality between therapist and client. He works collaboratively to set goals and to try changes that fit a person's life. People who prefer a calm, patient style may find his approach especially helpful.
How Daniel Uses Evidence-Inspired Approaches Online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them drive behavior. It helps people clarify personal values and take small steps toward a life they care about. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and trying new behaviors to reduce anxiety and low mood. It often uses simple at-home exercises to test different ways of thinking and acting. Mindfulness Therapy teaches short skills for paying attention in the present moment, which can reduce overwhelm and improve focus during stressful times.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Daniel treats therapy as a collaborative process and will help figure out which methods fit a client's goals, needs, and daily life. He combines techniques and adjusts them based on what helps the person feel steadier and able to act differently.
The practical benefit of online therapy is being able to fit sessions into busy schedules and regular routines. Because session formats are not specified here, confirm current options before booking so you know how sessions are arranged. Online work can make it easier to keep appointments around work, school, or caregiving, and it supports continuing skill practice between meetings without requiring extra travel.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Daniel commonly address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting issues, self-esteem, and depression. He also works with a range of related problems like substance issues, communication problems, and coping after separation.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Daniel uses a calm, down-to-earth style that focuses on practical skills and honest conversation. Sessions mix discussion, mindfulness exercises, and behavior-focused work.
What is his professional background?
He has nine years of experience as a mental health counselor working with mood, anxiety, and relationship concerns. His practice emphasizes a relaxed, supportive approach.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He is an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - practicing in New York.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process for starting therapy?
Begin by selecting the continue button on this profile, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.