- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practices
- Blended family issues
About Daniel
Daniel Neil is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with nine years of clinical experience. He works with adults around stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, autism and Asperger Syndrome, blended family issues, and caregiving stress.
He uses clear, evidence-based techniques in sessions. Daniel emphasizes practical skills people can use between meetings. He explains thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in plain terms and helps people build workable routines and coping strategies.
Sessions begin with a conversation about what brought someone to therapy and what they want to get from the work. Daniel asks about current challenges and strengths, and he and the client set short-term goals together. Early sessions aim to create a predictable structure so clients know what to expect.
His style favors straightforward problem-solving and reflection. Clients learn ways to reduce anxiety, manage stress, and improve communication habits. He often uses cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based techniques to notice unhelpful thinking and practice new responses.
People in stepfamily or blended household situations may find the focus on communication, boundaries, and coping skills useful. Daniel frames sessions around practical next steps rather than abstract theory. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Approaches used and online session practicalities
Daniel frequently uses cognitive behavioral approaches that focus on noticing and testing unhelpful thoughts. CBT helps people change patterns that fuel anxiety, low mood, and communication problems by practicing new behaviors and reframing thoughts.He also uses mindfulness-based techniques to develop moment-to-moment awareness of thoughts and bodily reactions. Mindfulness can help reduce reactivity in stressful interactions and support steadier responses to triggers related to trauma or blended household tensions.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Daniel will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and preferences. That may mean trying an approach for a few sessions and adjusting based on what helps most.
The biography does not specify which online formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments around work, school runs, or caregiving tasks. They can also allow for shorter check-ins when people need a quick strategy review, or for camera-off meetings when bandwidth is limited. Licensed professionals can help tailor session rhythm and length to everyday schedules.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to blended households?
He lists blended family issues among his focus areas and helps people work through communication, loyalty questions, and routine changes that come with new households.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, collaborative approach that emphasizes evidence-based techniques and clear skills people can use between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has nine years of professional experience as a mental health counselor working with concerns such as anxiety, trauma, and relationship problems.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in New York and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.