Danielle Nielson, LCSW
Missouri LCSW supporting families and individuals
- Family and trauma focus
- Flexible online scheduling
- Strengths-based partnership
About Danielle Nielson
Danielle Nielson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Missouri. She earned a Bachelor of Social Work from Missouri Western State University in 2013 and a Master of Social Work from Park University in 2015, completing her clinical supervision in 2020. As an LCSW, Danielle is trained to provide clinical assessment and counseling for a wide range of mental health and relational concerns.
Her professional background includes work in foster care, domestic violence services, and outpatient mental health settings. After several years as a traditional outpatient therapist working typical daytime hours, she shifted to offering more flexible services to better reach people who struggle to attend appointments during standard work schedules. That transition also reflects her lived experience as a single mother of two, which informs her understanding of the challenges of balancing work, parenting, and self-care.
Danielle enjoys reading and often finds that literature and storytelling can open pathways toward understanding and healing. She focuses on helping individuals identify triggers that reduce quality of life and then develop practical skills to manage those triggers. Her clinical toolkit includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, all applied through a warm, strengths-based approach. Danielle views therapy as a collaborative partnership, working together with clients to set and pursue meaningful goals.
Her professional background includes work in foster care, domestic violence services, and outpatient mental health settings. After several years as a traditional outpatient therapist working typical daytime hours, she shifted to offering more flexible services to better reach people who struggle to attend appointments during standard work schedules. That transition also reflects her lived experience as a single mother of two, which informs her understanding of the challenges of balancing work, parenting, and self-care.
Danielle enjoys reading and often finds that literature and storytelling can open pathways toward understanding and healing. She focuses on helping individuals identify triggers that reduce quality of life and then develop practical skills to manage those triggers. Her clinical toolkit includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, all applied through a warm, strengths-based approach. Danielle views therapy as a collaborative partnership, working together with clients to set and pursue meaningful goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesGriefEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Danielle Nielson have?
She has 5 years of experience.
Is Danielle Nielson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Missouri. License details are MO LCSW 2020031613.
In which languages does Danielle Nielson provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Danielle Nielson located?
She is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Danielle Nielson as my therapist?
You can work with Danielle through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Danielle Nielson work with international clients?
Yes, she works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Danielle Nielson cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and therapist availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick. 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
Danielle draws on evidence-based methods to guide online work with clients, starting with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). ACT helps people clarify personal values and take small, meaningful actions toward those values while learning to tolerate difficult thoughts and feelings - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and then practicing practical skills to change them - it is often applied to depression, anxiety, and coping challenges. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the therapist listens closely and supports the client in finding their own solutions - this approach is helpful for building self-esteem and improving communication and relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Danielle collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and may blend techniques to create a tailored plan. This collaborative process helps ensure the approach feels useful and manageable.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which makes it easier to fit care into busy schedules, support parents and working adults, and connect with licensed professionals from different locations.