- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship patterns
- ACT and CBT methods
About Danielle
Danielle Zavala is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois with four years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, and challenges such as ADHD and coping with life changes. Danielle also addresses concerns related to self-esteem, anger, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue. She lists life purpose among her areas of focus and helps people wondering what comes next after a major life shift.
Danielle uses practical conversation and evidence-informed methods to help people notice what matters to them and take small steps forward. She draws on approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help with unhelpful thoughts and with building routines that support daily functioning. Attachment-based and emotionally-focused ideas guide work on patterns in close relationships.
Sessions aim to be straightforward and work-focused. Danielle listens for the patterns that keep someone stuck and then tests out small changes together. She adapts language and pacing so people can try things between sessions and see what helps in real life.
Her background as an LCSW means she has clinical experience across settings. Danielle commonly works with people managing chronic stress, caregiver burden, substance use concerns, and the emotional effects of illness or aging. She also supports those dealing with codependency, communication breakdowns, and blended family tensions.
People who choose her often want clear steps rather than abstract advice. Danielle supports clients in exploring career questions, addressing feelings of emptiness or abandonment, and finding ways to handle overlapping problems such as co-morbidity of mood and substance use. The focus is on practical changes that fit each person's everyday life.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) asks people to notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting ruled by them, then choose actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, low motivation, and when someone is rethinking life direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and habits. CBT can help with panic, depression, and day-to-day coping strategies.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Danielle treats the choice of method as collaborative. She will discuss options, try approaches, and adjust based on how the client responds and what they want to achieve.
Please confirm the current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people use online sessions to practice new skills in the context of their everyday life and to keep continuity when schedules change. Licensed professionals can help you decide whether the way sessions are offered will fit your goals and daily routine.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship problems, ADHD, and coping with life changes, among other concerns.
How does she approach feelings of being stuck?
Her style is practical and conversational, using evidence-informed methods to identify patterns and try small, testable changes between sessions.
What is her clinical background?
She has four years of professional experience and practices as an LCSW in Illinois.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She is licensed as an LCSW in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select 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 crisis numbers.