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Daniel Silverstein

Daniel Silverstein

LMHC

New York

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In their wordsCalm, practical counseling for everyday struggles

Key details

Credentials
LMHC
License
LMHC, New York / 017280
NPI
1447117361
Experience
9 years
Languages
English
Location
New York

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp.

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Practical tools
  • Nonjudgmental support

About Daniel

Daniel Silverstein is a licensed mental health counselor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting strain, low self-esteem, and depression. He uses a calm, relaxed approach that aims to make talking about hard things easier. Daniel creates a straightforward space where people can share thoughts and feelings without judgment.

He brings nine years of clinical experience and a focus on practical, usable tools. Sessions tend to center on clear goals and simple steps people can try between meetings. Daniel draws on techniques from cognitive behavioral approaches and mindfulness to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try different responses.

Client-centered work is part of his style, which means the person seeking help sets the pace and topics. Motivational interviewing is used when people want to make changes but feel stuck, helping them clarify what matters and take small actions. These methods are mixed to suit each person’s situation.

Daniel describes himself as nonjudgmental and equal with the people he meets. He emphasizes respect and steady support rather than quick fixes. He aims to help people find more satisfying day-to-day routines and better ways to handle recurring stressors.

He practices in New York and conducts sessions in English. Before starting, people are invited to consider their goals so time in sessions can be used for practical problem solving and skill building.

How therapy methods translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and choosing actions that reflect personal values; it can help with anxiety, stress, and finding direction when life feels uncertain. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers concrete skills for managing worry, low mood, and unhelpful habits. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and collaboration so the pace and topics come from the person seeking help and feel manageable.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will help the client decide which methods fit best by discussing goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. That collaboration shapes the focus of ongoing sessions.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking to learn how sessions are scheduled. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, offer shorter check-ins when needed, reduce travel time, and allow people to work on skills from their daily routines. Licensed professionals adapt methods like ACT and CBT to work well over distance, focusing on practical exercises and goal-oriented steps that carry into everyday life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression

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 kinds of concerns can I bring to therapy?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting strain, self-esteem, and depression, plus related issues like communication problems and coping after disasters.

What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?

The approach is calm and practical, using client-centered conversations, cognitive techniques, and mindfulness to identify patterns and try small changes between sessions.

How much experience does this clinician have?

This LMHC has nine years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and interpersonal concerns.

Where is the therapist based and licensed?

He is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the therapist's country work together?

International clients are not currently accepted, so sessions are arranged for people within the therapist's applicable region.

How is cost handled for sessions?

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

What are the steps to begin therapy?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule appointments according to the therapist's availability.

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