Therapist
Danny El Hassan
LMHC
Practical, strengths-focused counseling in New York
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- Strengths-based approach
- Short or longer-term work
- Focus on relationships
About Danny
He keeps sessions focused on building awareness and practical steps. Danny combines Client-Centered Therapy with cognitive-behavioral techniques to look at patterns of thought and behavior. He also draws on existential ideas to help people find meaning and on mindfulness strategies to ease intense emotions.
Danny follows a strengths-based orientation and pays attention to unconscious material that can shape behavior. That can include exploring early attachment patterns and recurring relationship dynamics. He offers both short-term, problem-solving work and longer-term therapy when deeper exploration is needed.
His background includes clinical study of mood disturbances and self-harming behavior, and research on micro-aggressions experienced by people with disabilities. He has published work in the Journal of Homosexuality about LGBT elders and has experience supporting older adults.
Danny has three years of clinical experience and practices in New York. He communicates in English and works within the limits of his LMHC credential. Prospective clients should confirm current session options when scheduling.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
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How these approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the client feels heard and understood; online sessions can recreate that supportive, empathic stance to help with confidence, relationship concerns, and emotional regulation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts influence behavior and teaches practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, and sleep problems; CBT tools like thought records and behavioral experiments adapt well to a virtual format. Existential Therapy helps people consider meaning, values, and life choices, which can be useful when coping with major life changes or feelings of emptiness.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will discuss the client’s goals and preferences and work together to choose methods that fit. That may mean combining styles over time as needs change.
The biography notes past Tele-Health and phone counseling experience, but prospective clients should confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking. Online work can make scheduling easier, reduce commute time, and allow shorter check-ins when a full session isn’t needed. It can also make it simpler to maintain continuity of care during life transitions while supporting practical skill building and reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Danny commonly help with?
Danny works with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, grief, sleeping problems, career stress, and related concerns including intellectual disability.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a strengths-based, practical style that combines Client-Centered, cognitive-behavioral, existential, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing approaches to help people make changes and gain insight.
What is his professional background and experience?
He has three years of clinical experience, clinical knowledge of mood disturbances and self-harm, and research experience on micro-aggressions and LGBT elder issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LMHC licensed in New York and practices in New York state.
Which languages are supported and can he work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography references Tele-Health and phone counseling experience, but prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
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 a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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