Dana Steiner, LCPC
Experienced Illinois couples and individual therapist
- 26 years experience
- Couples and individual therapy
- Mindfulness and Gottman-informed
About Dana Steiner
Dana Steiner is an individual and couples therapist licensed in Illinois with 26 years of clinical experience. She holds an LCPC - Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - and has developed a practice that addresses a broad range of concerns including relationship and couples issues, intimacy-related challenges, parenting struggles, grief, coping with life changes, stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and mood and eating-related concerns.
Her work often focuses on the intersection of relationships and body image, women's relationships with food, parenting challenges, chronic or terminal illness, and caregiver stress. She combines supportive, compassionate care with practical feedback when appropriate, inviting collaborative input so treatment plans can be tailored to each person's priorities. Clients have noted that she stands out from other therapists by balancing empathy with clear guidance.
Originally from Brooklyn, New York, she earned a bachelor of arts degree in psychology from Washington University in St. Louis and completed graduate studies in Chicago at Argosy University. Five years after finishing graduate work she was licensed to practice independently in Illinois. She has received intensive training in mindfulness therapeutic skills, earned a level one certification as a Gottman Methodology Counselor for couples work, and holds certification as a supervisor for Licensed Professional Counselors and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors.
She is a member of the American Counseling Association and the National Association of Professional Women, where she was honored for outstanding excellence and dedication to her profession. Her recognitions also include an Honored VIP membership in Covington's Who's Who and a Therapist of the Year award voted by clients. Dana Steiner aims to support and empower people as they move toward more fulfilling and balanced lives.
Her work often focuses on the intersection of relationships and body image, women's relationships with food, parenting challenges, chronic or terminal illness, and caregiver stress. She combines supportive, compassionate care with practical feedback when appropriate, inviting collaborative input so treatment plans can be tailored to each person's priorities. Clients have noted that she stands out from other therapists by balancing empathy with clear guidance.
Originally from Brooklyn, New York, she earned a bachelor of arts degree in psychology from Washington University in St. Louis and completed graduate studies in Chicago at Argosy University. Five years after finishing graduate work she was licensed to practice independently in Illinois. She has received intensive training in mindfulness therapeutic skills, earned a level one certification as a Gottman Methodology Counselor for couples work, and holds certification as a supervisor for Licensed Professional Counselors and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors.
She is a member of the American Counseling Association and the National Association of Professional Women, where she was honored for outstanding excellence and dedication to her profession. Her recognitions also include an Honored VIP membership in Covington's Who's Who and a Therapist of the Year award voted by clients. Dana Steiner aims to support and empower people as they move toward more fulfilling and balanced lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Blended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dana Steiner have?
Dana Steiner has 26 years of experience.
Is Dana Steiner a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCPC credential. License details: IL LCPC 180001600.
In which languages does Dana Steiner provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Dana Steiner located?
Dana Steiner is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Dana Steiner as my therapist?
You can work with Dana Steiner through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dana Steiner work with international clients?
Dana Steiner does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dana Steiner cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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 with Dana Steiner
Dana Steiner integrates approaches that translate well to remote work, tailoring each method to the needs of the individual or couple. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening with empathy and creating a collaborative relationship where clients lead the pace of change - this approach is helpful for exploring values, building self-esteem, and navigating life transitions. The Gottman Method is a structured couples approach that identifies communication patterns and teaches practical skills for repairing and strengthening relationships, making it useful for couples facing conflict, infidelity, or chronic communication problems. Mindfulness Therapy teaches techniques to increase present-moment awareness and emotional regulation, which can reduce reactivity and support coping with stress, anxiety, chronic illness, and caregiving strain.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dana works collaboratively with each person or couple to determine which techniques and strategies best match their goals, needs, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals often blend elements from different methods to create a personalized pathway.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules, geographic limitations, and fluctuating energy or health needs. These formats make it easier to maintain consistent care, access sessions from home or on the go, and practice skills between meetings, while still engaging with a trained therapist who can guide treatment remotely.