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Michael Daniels

Michael Daniels

LCSW

Pennsylvania

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Compassionate LCSW for family and parenting concerns

Profile at a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, Pennsylvania / CW013235
NPI
1386626364
Experience
30 years
Languages
English
Location
Pennsylvania

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.

  • 30 years experience
  • Family and parenting
  • Works with anxiety

About Michael

Michael Daniels is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Pennsylvania with more than 30 years of professional experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflict, trauma, and parenting challenges. Michael aims to create a respectful, compassionate space where people feel heard and understood.

He often tailors conversations and plans to each person's needs instead of using a one-size-fits-all approach. That can mean practical coping steps for anxiety, structured ways to address addiction triggers, or clearer communication tools for family tensions. He also has particular experience supporting adopted teens who face attachment-related concerns.

Michael emphasizes acceptance and sensitivity in sessions. He takes time to understand a person's situation before suggesting next steps. The work is collaborative and paced to what each person can handle.

Over his career he has supported people dealing with caregiver stress, communication problems, forgiveness struggles, questions about life purpose, men's issues, post-traumatic stress, self-love, and social anxiety. His background gives him many angles to draw from when a problem feels stuck.

People who want practical dialog, steady support, and a tailored plan may find his style useful. He encourages anyone thinking about change to take a small first step and see how a few sessions feel.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online support

Many clinicians use evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions. One common approach focuses on building practical coping skills for stress and anxiety, teaching short exercises and routines that reduce overwhelm in daily life. Another approach centers on processing trauma and abuse by helping people tell their story at a manageable pace and learn ways to reduce the intensity of painful memories.

Choosing the right approach happens together. The therapist will discuss goals, listen to what matters most, and try methods that suit the client's needs and preferences. If something does not fit, adjustments are made so the work stays relevant and usable.

The therapist's biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. That said, many people find online work helps fit therapy into a busy life - it can make scheduling easier, reduce commute time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Online sessions can support steady progress with practical strategies and conversational pacing that match real-world demands.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issues

Experience

30+ years

Listed in

Pennsylvania

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflict, trauma and parenting challenges. He also focuses on attachment issues and post-traumatic stress.

What is his therapy style like?

Sessions emphasize acceptance, respect, and sensitivity. He customizes conversation and a plan to fit each person's needs and pace.

How much experience does he have?

He brings more than 30 years of professional experience as a clinician to his work with clients.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Pennsylvania.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list session formats. Confirm current session options with the service before booking.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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Before you get in touch

  • Jot down what is happening at home and what you would most like to be different.
  • Think about when you could talk for an hour without being interrupted.
  • Therapists listed here work with individuals on family and parenting concerns, so the sessions are about you and how you handle things.
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