Daniel Downey, LCSW
- Stress and anxiety
- Gender and sexuality
- Life transitions
About Daniel Downey
Downey describes a highly eclectic therapeutic stance, drawing from psychodynamic ideas, cognitive behavioral strategies, solution-focused techniques, rational emotive approaches, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). He combines these methods to tailor care to each personâs situation, balancing skills training and practical interventions with attention to underlying patterns and meaning. This adaptable approach is intended to help clients build coping skills, manage symptoms, and navigate relationship and identity concerns.
As a licensed professional, he brings experience working with complex presentations and aims to meet people where they are, offering a mix of short-term problem-solving and longer-term therapeutic exploration. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a credential that indicates advanced social work training and clinical practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Daniel Downey have?
He has 14 years of clinical experience.
Is Daniel Downey a licensed therapist?
Yes. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: MO LCSW 2021020372.
In which languages does Daniel Downey provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Daniel Downey located?
He is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Daniel Downey as my therapist?
You can work with Daniel Downey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Daniel Downey work with international clients?
Daniel Downey does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Daniel Downey 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, just click the 'Start Therapy' button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care
Daniel Downey integrates approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into online sessions. ACT helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate action, then identify personal values to guide meaningful steps forward - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, teaching practical skills for managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and related concerns.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the journey. Daniel works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit best with their goals, needs, and preferences, adapting techniques over time as progress and circumstances evolve. That collaborative process helps shape an individualized plan rather than relying on a single method.
Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility and make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. These options can increase access to consistent support, allow for a range of communication styles, and help people engage in therapy from locations that work for them while still receiving care from licensed professionals and therapists who use evidence-informed methods.