Danielle Washington, LCPC

LCPC helping clients manage stress and relationships

Faith-informed care
Evidence-based techniques
Video phone and text

About Danielle Washington

Danielle Washington is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Illinois with 11 years of clinical experience guiding individuals and families through life transitions and emotional challenges. She blends evidence-based techniques with a strengths-based framework to help people reduce distress, build coping skills, and pursue realistic goals. Danielle emphasizes collaboration, meeting each person where they are and tailoring interventions to suit unique circumstances rather than offering quick fixes.

Trained with a Master of Arts in Community Counseling from Argosy University Chicago (2012), Danielle draws on proven modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy, integrating faith-based approaches and prayer when requested by the client. Her practice focuses on a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family problems, grief, addiction and process addictions, career and life purpose issues, and challenges related to adoption and foster care.

Danielle aims to create an environment that encourages growth and accountability, helping clients identify patterns, develop practical strategies, and increase resilience. Grounded in personal faith and professional training, she seeks to empower people to move toward healthier functioning and greater well-being while honoring each person s values and goals. Her Illinois license number is IL LCPC 180013083.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Depression

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careCommunication problemsEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Workplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Danielle Washington have?

Danielle Washington has 11 years of experience in the field of counseling.

Is Danielle Washington a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). License details: IL LCPC 180013083.

In which languages does Danielle Washington provide therapy?

Danielle provides therapy in English.

Where is Danielle Washington located?

She is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Danielle Washington as my therapist?

You can work with Danielle Washington through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Danielle Washington work with international clients?

Danielle Washington does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Danielle Washington 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 Adapted for Online Care

Danielle frequently uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify personal values and build flexible strategies for coping with difficult thoughts and feelings. ACT is useful for clients facing anxiety, stress, or life changes who want to act in line with what matters most to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another core approach Danielle employs - it focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can reduce symptoms of depression, panic, and mood concerns. Client-Centered Therapy is also part of her toolkit, offering a supportive, nonjudgmental space where therapists follow the client s lead to explore feelings and goals, which can be helpful for relational issues, grief, and identity concerns.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Danielle partners with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, adjusting techniques over time so the work fits each person s pace and situation. Together they decide which methods to try and how to measure progress.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - clients can meet by video, connect by phone, or use live chat and text-based messaging to communicate between sessions. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, and other commitments, while still accessing licensed professionals and therapists who can guide healing and skill building.

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