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Daniel McDermott

LCSW

Daniel McDermott , LCSW

Therapist in New York

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About Daniel

Daniel McDermott is a New York licensed therapist with three decades of professional experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addictive behaviors, and relationship challenges. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), he draws on long-term practice to offer grounded, practical support while respecting each person’s background and circumstances.

He works with individuals facing isolation or loneliness, questions about life purpose, and issues commonly encountered by men, shaping conversations and treatment plans to reflect each person’s priorities. His approach emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and he adapts the pace and focus of sessions to match specific needs rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Daniel frames the first step toward change as an act of courage and positions himself as a steady collaborator in that process. He focuses on building a tailored plan that fits a person’s goals and life situation, helping them move toward greater well-being in ways that feel realistic and sustainable.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Care

Daniel McDermott uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical skills and meaningful change. One set of techniques centers on managing stress and anxiety through paced breathing, activity planning, and thought-work to reduce overwhelm and improve day-to-day functioning. Another focus addresses addictions and compulsive behaviors by building coping strategies, identifying triggers, and developing alternative routines that support recovery and healthier choices.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Daniel collaborates with each person to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods as progress unfolds so the plan remains relevant and useful.

Online therapy with Daniel is designed for flexibility and accessibility. Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to integrate therapy into busy schedules, reach out from home, and maintain continuity of care when travel or time constraints arise. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt these formats to support steady therapeutic progress over time.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Daniel McDermott have?

Daniel McDermott has 30 years of experience.

Is Daniel McDermott a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are NY LCSW 072644.

In which languages does Daniel McDermott provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Daniel McDermott located?

Daniel McDermott is located in New York.

How can I work with Daniel McDermott as my therapist?

You can work with Daniel McDermott through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Daniel McDermott work with international clients?

Daniel McDermott does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Daniel McDermott 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match a person with the therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issues

Additional focus areas

Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issues

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English

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