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Danielle  Simon

Danielle Simon , LICSW

Therapist in Massachusetts

Compassionate, practical support for recovery

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  • Addictions help
  • Trauma care
  • Confidence building

About Danielle

Danielle Simon is a licensed clinical social worker with 12 years of experience helping people facing addiction, trauma, mood concerns, and self-esteem struggles. She talks plainly and treats clients with respect, sensitivity, and empathy. Danielle aims to create an atmosphere where people can speak honestly and feel heard.

She focuses on practical steps that fit each person's life. Sessions are shaped around the issues a person brings, whether that is coping with addiction, managing bipolar symptoms, processing trauma, or building confidence. Danielle works with people dealing with grief, anxiety, anger, and changes that come with aging.

Her approach centers on tailoring conversations and plans to each person. She listens for strengths and patterns, then suggests manageable tools to try between sessions. The emphasis is on small, realistic changes people can use right away.

Danielle also supports people facing isolation, hoarding, panic attacks, and post-traumatic stress. She is familiar with concerns tied to sexual assault and domestic violence and helps people explore next steps at a pace they choose.

Based in Massachusetts, Danielle combines practical strategies with a steady, empathetic presence. She encourages anyone taking the first step toward therapy and works collaboratively to build a plan that fits their goals and daily life.

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Approaches that guide online work and recovery

Danielle uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional processing. One common approach she relies on helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with more balanced, realistic thinking; this approach can aid with anxiety, depression, and mood swings. Another approach focuses on skills for managing strong emotions and improving day-to-day coping; it is useful for people dealing with trauma responses, intense anger, or mood instability.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Danielle works with each person to decide which methods fit their symptoms, goals, and preferences. She checks in regularly and adjusts plans so the work stays useful and grounded in daily life.

If you expect to use online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since the biography does not list specific formats. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when a full in-person visit would be harder to arrange. Licensed professionals can use video, phone, or other formats when those options are available, and Danielle will help pick what works best for your routine and needs.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCommunication problemsDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionHoardingIsolation / lonelinessPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injury

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

Massachusetts

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Danielle help with?

She helps people facing addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, grief, eating concerns, and trauma-related problems including post-traumatic stress and sexual assault effects.

How would you describe the therapy style she uses?

Her style is practical and person-focused, with conversations tailored to each client's needs and goals. She listens for strengths and suggests manageable tools to use between sessions.

What is her professional background?

She has 12 years of professional experience working with people across a range of mental health and behavioral concerns, including addiction and trauma-related issues.

What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?

She holds an MA and is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW, practicing in Massachusetts.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with this therapist?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees and payment structured?

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

What should I do to begin working together?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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