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Entry 189993Florida / United States

Danielle Mickla

Danielle Mickla, LCSW

Florida 5 years in practice

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LCSW - stress and trauma support

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and grief
  • Addiction concerns

About Danielle

LCSW Danielle Mickla is a licensed clinical social worker in Florida with five years of professional experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and substance and process addictions. Sessions also address self-esteem, motivation, compassion fatigue, and coping with significant life changes.

Danielle works from the view that each person knows their own story and strengths. She helps people identify what is getting in the way and develop practical steps to manage symptoms. Conversations are meant to clarify goals, build coping skills, and strengthen confidence over time.

Her background includes work with people facing panic attacks, social anxiety, sexual assault and abuse, and codependency. She also supports those dealing with drug and alcohol concerns, smoking or vaping cessation, and process addictions such as gambling or problematic sexual behavior.

Sessions can include discussion of relationship styles, including polyamory and other non-monogamous arrangements, and support around hospice and end-of-life concerns. Danielle brings five years of clinical practice in Florida to these topics and frames interventions in straightforward terms.

People who choose to work with her typically begin by naming the most pressing problems and trying small, doable changes. She guides clients through step-by-step strategies and regular check-ins to track progress. To start, users follow the platform matching process and schedule a first session after completing a short questionnaire.

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How evidence-based approaches translate to remote sessions

Evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on practical skills and clear goals. For example, cognitive-behavioral methods help people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and test new behaviors. This approach is useful for anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, and depressive symptoms.

Trauma-informed strategies emphasize safety, pacing, and stabilizing skills. These methods help people manage distressing memories and reduce symptom intensity while building coping tools for daily life. These approaches are suited to work with survivors of sexual assault, abuse, and other traumatic experiences.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose and adjust methods based on their needs, goals, and preferences. Clients and the therapist review progress and try different strategies if needed until a good fit is found.

Session formats were not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In practice, remote work can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people join from quieter surroundings or use audio-only connections if bandwidth is limited. Choose the format that best fits daily life and the goals discussed in early sessions.

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Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

CodependencyDrug and alcohol addictionHospice and end-of-life counselingPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobia

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, addictions, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include panic attacks, social anxiety, codependency, and end-of-life topics.

What is her therapeutic approach and style?

She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and works collaboratively to set clear goals and practical steps. The emphasis is on identifying strengths and building coping skills.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has five years of professional work experience as a licensed social worker. That experience has included helping people with anxiety, trauma, grief, and addiction-related concerns.

What credential and location should I note?

She is an LCSW, licensed in Florida. Her practice and licensing are based in Florida.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography did not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether sessions are remote, in-person, phone, or video.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen plan and locale.

What are the first steps to begin work?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process connects you to the intake and scheduling flow.

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

Danielle Mickla

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