Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
How Daniel works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LMHC
- Licensed in
- New York
- Years in practice
- 22
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Daniel
Daniel Gersten is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in New York with 22 years of clinical experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, anger, and mood challenges like bipolar disorder. His focus includes drug and alcohol addiction, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety and phobia, and struggles with guilt, shame, or immigration-related stress.
He builds a calm, respectful space where people can talk about difficult things. Sessions are practical and direct, with an emphasis on everyday strategies that can be used between appointments.
Background and approach
Daniel listens first, then works with each person to set clear goals and steps forward. His practice uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and patterns that keep people stuck. That includes work on trauma recovery, managing intense emotions such as anger, and addressing addictive behaviors.
He helps people learn coping skills, recognize triggers, and practice new responses. Over two decades in practice have shaped a flexible style that matches methods to each person's needs. Daniel draws on a broad clinical background to blend approaches in ways that fit real life.
He encourages steady progress and checks in regularly to adjust the plan. People who choose him can expect straightforward guidance, tools for handling stress and cravings, and support rebuilding daily routines. Communication is clear and practical, focused on what helps someone feel safer and more in control.
What Daniel works with
Everything Daniel lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Daniel's practice.
Practical approaches for online anger and trauma work
Daniel often uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills training and emotional regulation. One commonly used approach teaches concrete coping strategies for intense emotions, helping people identify triggers, practice breathing and grounding exercises, and test new behavioral responses. This approach is useful for anger, anxiety, and stress management.Another frequent focus is trauma-informed work aimed at reducing post-traumatic stress symptoms and shame. This involves pacing the work, building safety and stability first, and then practicing ways to reduce reactivity and repetitive reminders of the trauma. It helps people regain control over daily routines and reactions.
Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods that fit the person's needs, and adjust plans over time. Collaboration helps make sure techniques match what each person prefers and what actually works in their day-to-day life.
Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy schedules and varied needs. Video calls let people work face-to-face from wherever they are, phone sessions need less bandwidth, and live chat or text messaging can fit short check-ins or quick skill practice between appointments. These options create flexibility so people can keep therapy consistent while managing work, transit, or other commitments.
Questions people ask about Daniel
What concerns does this therapist often address?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and bipolar-related challenges. Additional focuses include drug and alcohol addiction, guilt and shame, immigration issues, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety.
What is the therapist's general approach to therapy?
The style is practical and direct, combining listening with clear goal-setting. Daniel uses evidence-based techniques and teaches coping skills people can use between sessions.
How much clinical experience does this therapist have?
He has 22 years of experience working with individuals on a range of emotional and behavioral concerns across outpatient settings.
Where is the therapist licensed and located?
The clinician holds a New York Licensed Mental Health Counselor credential, listed as NY LMHC, and practices in New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available for meeting online?
Therapy can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.