Danielle DePalma, LCSW
Provides compassionate therapy for complex challenges
- Stress and anxiety care
- Relationship and family
- Grief and loss support
About Danielle DePalma
Danielle DePalma is a New York licensed clinical social worker with 22 years of experience working with adults facing life transitions and emotional challenges. She holds a BA in Psychology from Cornell University (1999) and an MA in Social Work from Columbia University (2001). As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker qualified to provide clinical therapy in New York - she combines clinical training with practical experience to support people navigating stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and depression.
Danielle approaches care with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, adapting conversation and treatment plans to fit each person’s unique circumstances and goals. Her style emphasizes a collaborative working relationship in which the client’s priorities guide the pace and focus of therapy. She recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and affirms the decision to seek help as an important first step toward change and healing.
Danielle approaches care with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, adapting conversation and treatment plans to fit each person’s unique circumstances and goals. Her style emphasizes a collaborative working relationship in which the client’s priorities guide the pace and focus of therapy. She recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and affirms the decision to seek help as an important first step toward change and healing.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Danielle DePalma have?
Danielle DePalma has 22 years of professional experience.
Is Danielle DePalma a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW. Her license is listed as NY LCSW 071951.
In which languages does Danielle DePalma provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Danielle DePalma located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Danielle DePalma as my therapist?
You can work with Danielle DePalma through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Danielle DePalma work with international clients?
Danielle DePalma does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Danielle DePalma cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Danielle DePalma
Danielle integrates client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathetic environment where the person’s own goals and values guide the work; this approach helps people feel heard and supports growth at their own pace. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and gently shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Additionally, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills offer practical tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness when intense emotions or relationship difficulties are present.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Danielle works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review options and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life and to maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who guide treatment and support progress.