Daniel Klinkert , LCSW, LICSW

Daniel Klinkert brings two decades of experience in the mental health field to his therapeutic work, informed both by professional training and lived experience as a trauma survivor and recovering addict. He specializes in treating depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, chemical dependency and process addictions, trauma-related disorders, and a wide range of concerns including grief, parenting, career stress, and compassion fatigue. His practice emphasizes using clients' strengths to address issues such as attachment and abandonment, codependency, chronic illness and pain, and substance use concerns.

Over the course of his career he has provided more than 10,000 hours of individual and group psychotherapy, spent 18 years working as a fully licensed therapist, operated a professional training company, and engaged in research on psychosocial rehabilitation models. Those experiences contribute to a practical, experienced approach to care. He holds LCSW and LICSW credentials, which are clinical social work licenses indicating advanced training in therapeutic practice.

Daniel's style is client-centered and collaborative - he adapts evidence-based methods to each person's unique needs, prioritizes strong therapeutic relationships, and helps clients apply their own resources toward meaningful change. He works with a diverse range of adults on issues from addiction and trauma to intimacy and life transitions.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Daniel commonly integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) into his online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a trusting relationship and meeting each person where they are, helping people explore values, strengths, and personal goals. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a practical, skills-based approach that helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and is often used for anxiety, depression, and addictive behaviors. Dialectical behavior therapy teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills, which can be especially helpful for people managing intense emotions or relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - Daniel works collaboratively with clients to choose and adjust methods based on individual needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors interventions so they fit a client's life and circumstances rather than assuming a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals. These options allow therapy to fit into busy schedules, support continuity during life changes, and provide multiple ways for people to communicate in the format that feels most comfortable to them.