Danielle DePalma , LCSW

Danielle DePalma is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with 22 years of professional experience. She earned a BA in psychology from Cornell University in 1999 and an MA in Social Work from Columbia University in 2001, training that laid the groundwork for a long career supporting people through life’s challenges.

Over the years she has worked with individuals facing stress and anxiety, relationship concerns, grief and loss, and depression. Her work emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts conversations and treatment plans to match each person’s unique circumstances and goals. Danielle focuses on practical tools and emotional support to help clients navigate difficult transitions and strengthen coping skills.

Recognizing that beginning therapy often requires courage, she affirms clients for taking that step and partners with them to create a thoughtful, individualized path forward that aligns with their needs and values.

Approaches and Online Therapy with Danielle DePalma

Danielle integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy into her work to meet a range of needs. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and empathy, creating a space where a person’s own goals guide the process and issues like life transitions, relationship concerns, or grief can be explored. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical strategies useful for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) teaches skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can help with intense emotions, anger, and relationship patterns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Danielle works with each person to understand their goals and preferences, adjusting techniques and priorities so therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a predetermined model.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility and accessibility, allowing people to engage from their own environments and maintain continuity of care despite busy schedules or geographic constraints. These options also accommodate different communication styles and make it easier to build a consistent therapy routine with licensed professionals and therapists.