Danika Girdner, MD, LCSW-C
- Relationship and intimacy work
- Parenting and family support
- Communication and conflict skills
About Danika Girdner
Specializing in couples work, she supports partners who want to deepen intimacy, repair trust after infidelity or jealousy, or develop healthier patterns for handling conflict. Danika also assists families navigating blended-family dynamics, caregiver stress, and complex family-of-origin issues, and she offers guidance for parents seeking clearer boundaries and more effective approaches to child-rearing.
She holds the credential LCSW-C, which reflects a clinical social work license, and she is licensed to practice in Maryland. Throughout her work she integrates approaches that emphasize present-moment awareness, values-based action, and practical skills-building to help clients move toward more satisfying relationships and improved emotional well-being.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Danika Girdner have?
Danika Girdner has five years of professional experience.
Is Danika Girdner a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials MD and LCSW-C. Her license details are listed as MD LCSW-C 24836. LCSW-C indicates a clinical social work license.
In which languages does Danika Girdner provide therapy?
Danika provides therapy in English.
Where is Danika Girdner located?
She is located in Maryland.
How can I work with Danika Girdner as my therapist?
You can work with Danika through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Danika Girdner work with international clients?
Danika Girdner does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Danika Girdner 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 a 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
Danika often draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide her work online. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and take committed action toward meaningful goals - it can be useful for anxiety, avoidance, and relationship uncertainty. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) emphasizes identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and developing practical skills to change behavior and emotional responses - it is effective for stress, mood challenges, and communication habits.She also uses client-centered principles to create a supportive, empathic environment where clients feel heard and respected. Determining the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process - Danika works with each person or couple to tailor methods to their goals, preferences, and current concerns so the plan fits their life and relationship needs.
Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules and for those balancing parenting or caregiving responsibilities. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or another convenient location while maintaining continuity of care and focusing on the practical work of improving relationships and emotional well-being.