- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- CBT and ACT
About Danielle
Danielle Zavala is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with four years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, depression, addiction concerns, trauma and abuse, and issues that come up during life transitions.
She focuses on practical conversation and problem solving. Sessions explore what is happening now and what changes a person wants to make. Danielle listens for values, patterns, and everyday barriers to change and helps people try small steps they can use between meetings.
Her approach draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to shift unhelpful thinking and on acceptance and commitment ideas to clarify values and action. Attachment-based perspectives are used to look at how past relationships shape current reactions. Emotionally-focused and client-centered ideas guide how she responds in session.
People in blended households may find support for common concerns such as loyalty conflicts, communication problems, and managing new roles. Danielle also addresses caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, and substance-related concerns when these come up alongside relationship or mood issues.
She frames therapy as a collaborative process. Early sessions typically identify priorities and practical steps. Later work often focuses on habits, communication skills, and strategies for coping with setbacks so daily life becomes more manageable.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Danielle commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT often involves short exercises and practical homework that can be discussed over video or phone. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is another component she uses to clarify values and focus on small value-driven actions rather than getting stuck on avoiding difficult feelings. Attachment-Based Therapy is used to look at relationship patterns and how early bonds affect current reactions, which can help with communication and loyalty conflicts common in blended households.Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they choose methods and pace so sessions focus on specific changes and day-to-day coping strategies.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, shorten check-ins, avoid travel, or choose a session that does not require being on camera. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and skill practice to suit the way someone prefers to meet.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship trouble, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, self esteem, career issues, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and related areas including blended family issues and caregiver stress.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style blends practical talk and skills. She uses cognitive behavioral ideas, acceptance and commitment approaches, attachment perspectives, and emotionally-focused and client-centered methods.
How much experience does she have?
She holds an Illinois LCSW and has four years of professional practice experience.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is licensed in Illinois as an LCSW and lists Illinois as her location.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she take international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting 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.