Daniel Downey , LCSW

Daniel Downey is a licensed clinical social worker who brings more than a decade of direct clinical experience supporting people in crisis and those living with severe, persistent mental illnesses. He has worked extensively with individuals navigating stress, sudden life changes, anxiety, depression, and concerns related to being transgender or queer. His practice emphasizes practical strategies and compassionate support to help people manage day-to-day challenges and build greater resilience.

Daniel uses an intentionally eclectic approach that blends several evidence-based therapies to meet each person where they are. His work draws from psychodynamic ideas to explore patterns and meaning, cognitive behavioral therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, solution-focused techniques to set achievable goals, rational emotive methods to address core beliefs, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. This mix allows him to tailor treatment to varied needs and life situations.

He holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker and indicates professional training and authorization to provide clinical psychotherapy. Daniel aims to create a collaborative space where people can address immediate concerns while also working toward longer-term change.

Could virtual therapy be a good fit for you?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can provide meaningful support. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy is a widely used option and is considered comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for these issues.

One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that works best for them - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules. This flexibility can reduce barriers to consistent treatment and help maintain continuity through life transitions.

Licensed professionals offer a range of therapeutic approaches via remote appointments, and people can switch to a different therapist if they need a different fit. For many, online therapy provides a convenient, accessible way to pursue personal goals and address everyday mental health concerns.