Daniel Patten, LCSW
- California LCSW
- 25 years experience
- Relationship and grief focus
About Daniel Patten
Daniel blends evidence-informed interventions with a calm, reflective stance and encourages simple daily practices to support emotional regulation and clarity. He practices Dzogchen meditation and often recommends that people set aside at least 15 minutes each morning for meditation as a way to center attention and reduce reactivity. His work includes attention to life transitions, caregiver stress, attachment and codependency patterns, and issues common in midlife and aging.
Patients and families seeking help with communication problems, commitment concerns, or end-of-life and hospice-related counseling will find an experienced clinician who attends to both practical coping strategies and deeper questions of meaning. He recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and aims to create a collaborative environment in which goals are clear and progress is steady.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Daniel Patten have?
Daniel Patten has 25 years of professional experience.
Is Daniel Patten a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. His license is listed as CA LCSW 16309.
In which languages does Daniel Patten provide therapy?
Therapy is offered in English.
Where is Daniel Patten located?
He is located in California.
How can I work with Daniel Patten as my therapist?
You can work with Daniel Patten through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Daniel Patten work with international clients?
Yes, Daniel Patten works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Daniel Patten 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 Virtual Support
Daniel uses several well-established therapeutic approaches that translate effectively to online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and commit to actions that align with what matters most. This approach is useful for grief, depression, and life transitions where meaning and direction are central concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT offers concrete skills for managing depressive symptoms, improving communication, and coping with stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) brings practical emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that are helpful for intense emotions, relationship difficulties, and self-harm concerns.
Finding the right combination of methods is part of the therapeutic process. Daniel collaborates with each person to determine which approaches best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. He also encourages brief daily practices, such as a short meditation each morning, to support the work done in sessions.
Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility for busy schedules and for those who live far from specialized services. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access consistent support, maintain momentum between sessions, and integrate skills into daily life without extensive travel.