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Daniel Essenpreis

Therapist(He/Him)
8 years of experience
13 patients on Headway
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Men's issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

"If your problem is like a mountain, I can't carry you up it. But I can walk with you every step of the journey."

Hi, I’m Dan. I’m a licensed psychotherapist with experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I have also worked as a school counselor and as a behavior therapist for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I focus on issues such as anxiety, depression, men's mental health issues, behavioral issues, stress, coping skills, life transitions, mood disorders, relationship issues, school issues, self esteem, self-harm, spirituality, trauma and thought disorders.

My approach to therapy

I believe in making therapy as easy as possible and creating a therapeutic environment in which my clients feel comfortable; sessions with my clients are always a safe space. I believe in meeting clients where they are at; your goals for therapy are my goals. Whether you're dealing with severe trauma, anxiety, depression or whatever life throws at you, I am here to help.

What you can expect from me

In our first session we will review presenting problems and challenges you have been facing. We will collaborate together on treatment goals that you feel are relevant and appropriate to what challenges you may be experiencing. I also like to leave some time to discuss any further questions you may have for me or my experience as a therapist. I feel like this helps build rapport and makes the environment feel safe and inclusive.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Warm, Humorous, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    8 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Men's issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Behavioral, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Behavior Management, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavior Modification, Positive Psychology, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Humanistic, Trauma Focused CBT, Unified Protocol (UP), Strength-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English