AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWorkplace issues
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Mindfulness-based care
Collaborative style
LGBT support
About Daniel
Daniel Sorensen is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) based in Washington with 17 years of experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, compassion fatigue, and major life changes. He also supports people in the LGBTQ community who are navigating identity and relationship concerns.
Daniel uses a calm, collaborative style in sessions. He listens closely and encourages clients to notice what matters most to them. He blends mindfulness practices with talk-based strategies to help people respond to difficult thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed.
In therapy he focuses on building emotional resilience and clearer communication. He guides clients through the practical steps of coping with loss, adjusting after separation, and managing chronic illness or ongoing pain. He also addresses concerns such as abandonment, family-of-origin patterns, and workplace stress.
He draws on client-centered work to prioritize each person’s goals. Narrative and existential perspectives help clients find meaning and rewrite stories that feel stuck. Motivational interviewing supports movement when someone feels uncertain about change.
People who choose Daniel can expect steady, respectful support aimed at real-life improvements. He aims to help clients strengthen self-compassion, improve relationships, and handle transitions with more confidence.
How mindfulness and collaborative approaches work online
Mindfulness Therapy helps people notice thoughts and bodily sensations without judgment. It often includes brief breathing or grounding practices and can help with anxiety, stress, and coping during major life changes.
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on what matters most to the individual. The therapist listens deeply, reflects what is said, and supports the client in setting their own goals. This approach suits people who want a respectful, non-directive space to sort through feelings and choices.
Existential Therapy looks at questions of meaning, purpose, and life direction. It can help when someone is facing big transitions, questions about identity, or a sense of isolation by exploring values and personal responsibility.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with clients to choose or blend methods based on needs, goals, and preferences. That process is flexible and may shift over time as progress is made.
Confirm the current online session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules demand it. It also supports continuity of care for international clients who need to maintain a relationship across time zones.
These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as abandonment, chronic pain, and communication problems.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style is calm and collaborative, combining listening with practical strategies and mindfulness to help people manage emotions and make changes.
What is his clinical background?
He has 17 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker and has worked with people facing identity, loss, and transition challenges.
Where is he licensed and located?
He holds a Washington LICSW and practices from Washington state.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the biography.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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