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Entry 180005California / United States

Danielle Anderson

Danielle Anderson, LMFT

California 17 years in practice

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LMFT in California - stress and anxiety focus

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  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Sexuality and gender topics
  • Parenting and family concerns

About Danielle

LMFT in California with 17 years of experience, Danielle Anderson focuses on stress, anxiety, anger, self esteem, depression, ADHD, and related concerns. She works with people who want practical help for daily struggles and clearer ways to cope. Sessions are described in direct, everyday language aimed at parents and caregivers who need straightforward support.

Danielle uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify thought patterns and change unhelpful behaviors. She helps clients spot small habits that keep problems going and practice alternatives that fit day-to-day life. This often means setting short, doable goals between sessions and testing what works.

Her work also covers sexuality and gender matters, including BDSM, kink, alternative sex culture, gender dysphoria, and non-monogamous relationship dynamics. She addresses family of origin issues, communication problems, and the strains that come with parenting and caregiving. Danielle pays attention to how cultural background and identity affect coping and relationships.

Danielle helps people handle more acute concerns too, such as panic, OCD symptoms, phobias, and bipolar mood challenges, using concrete steps and behavioral experiments. She supports clients dealing with grief, life transitions, and compassion fatigue by breaking larger problems into manageable parts. The focus is on clear tools and realistic practice.

People who choose her can expect straightforward dialogue and step-by-step problem solving. The first session typically maps current struggles and sets short goals. Clients who need to confirm session formats should check available options before booking.

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How CBT is used in online sessions and what to expect

Danielle uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) online to help clients notice patterns in thinking and behavior. CBT breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions, then tests small changes to see what reduces symptoms. This approach is useful for anxiety, panic, OCD symptoms, depression, and anger by teaching specific skills and short practice tasks.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Danielle will collaborate on goals and methods, trying CBT techniques and adjusting strategies based on what fits the client's life and progress. The plan is practical: agree on a small change, try it, review what happened, and refine the approach together.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-in meetings when needed, and remove travel time. They also let people use exercises and homework between meetings to make steady progress without changing daily routines.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersParenting issuesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

BDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCommunication problemsEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

17+ years

Listed in

California

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she work with?

She addresses stress, anxiety, anger, low self esteem, depression, ADHD, and related issues like panic, OCD symptoms, and bipolar mood concerns.

Which therapeutic approach does she use?

She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors that reduce distress.

How much experience does she have?

She has 17 years of professional experience working with a range of mood, anxiety, and relationship concerns.

What are her credentials and location?

She is an LMFT licensed in California and practices with that credential.

What languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

She is not currently accepting international clients.

How are sessions paid for?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

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