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Daniel Downey, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Daniel is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Daniel. View 12 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Missouri and North Dakota

Recent reviews

Daniel is very calm and collected even when I am having a moment. He helps me realize different points of thinking and is supportive of my needs. He helps guide me through my fears and anxiety and it's really helped me get back to feeling like my happy self

Reviewed June 2024

Daniel Downey has been instrumental in helping me manage my anxiety through a series of tough life events and stressful situations. He is a wonderful resource to listen, ask questions, provide suggestions and teach me some coping mechanisms I can use to lessen my anxiety.

Reviewed May 2024

More about Daniel

  • 14 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

My 10+ years of experience has given me the opportunity to work with people in crisis, while others I have assisted, lived with the daily obstacles associated with severe and persistent mental illnesses. The majority of my experience has been with individuals experiencing stress, sudden life changes, anxiety and depression and issues related to being transgender or queer. My therapeutic approach is highly eclectic and incorporates theory and process ranging from psychodynamic , cognitive behavioral, solution focussed therapy to

and rational emotive therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

Specialties

Stress Anxiety LGBT Coping with life changes Relationship issues Grief Sleeping disorders Self esteem Bipolar disorder Depression ADHD Communication problems Emptiness Gender dysphoria HIV / AIDS Hoarding Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Daniel Downey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114596012.

  • LCSW · Missouri · 2021020372 · Expires September 2026
  • LCSW · North Dakota · 6274 · Expires December 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Daniel Downey

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

12 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Anxiety Helping Easy Helped Wonderful Calm Comfortable Listens Recommend

Daniel is very calm and collected even when I am having a moment. He helps me realize different points of thinking and is supportive of my needs. He helps guide me through my fears and anxiety and it's really helped me get back to feeling like my happy self

Reviewed June 2024

Daniel Downey has been instrumental in helping me manage my anxiety through a series of tough life events and stressful situations. He is a wonderful resource to listen, ask questions, provide suggestions and teach me some coping mechanisms I can use to lessen my anxiety.

Reviewed May 2024

Every sessions with Daniel is so valuable to me. I constantly learn more about myself and mental health in general. I feel like chatting is so easy and always worth it.

Reviewed July 2023

Daniel is wonderful to talk to. I look forward to talking with him weekly. I like the way he listens and challenges my thoughts and behaviors. He recommended the group therapy sessions, which I also really like. I feel like I've made great progress since I've seen Daniel.

Reviewed July 2023

Daniel is the most welcoming, kind, and honest therapist. From being personable to helping you build a better self. I would recommend him to anyone. Daniel, Thank you again for everything you do.

Reviewed April 2023

I’ve only worked with him for around 3 weeks now, but I already think that he’s a great therapist. I feel better when talking about my issues with him and we can also crack a joke during the middle of the session to.

Reviewed November 2022

Daniel always seems to find ways to make me laugh and think about moments in my life. I always value his opinion and he always values mine. I look forward to appointments which in the past with other therapist I have not.

Reviewed September 2022

Daniel has been a tremendous help to me since I've been seeing him. I've made a lot of progress with moving beyond my trauma and controlling the anger that resulted from it. He's a great listener, knows his stuff, and is very personable so you're comfortable and feel like you're talking to a trusted friend than a stuffy therapist.

Reviewed September 2022

I like this dude, I trust this dude, this dude knows his stuff. You should pay him more money.

Reviewed January 2022

Daniel is really easy to talk to, I'm quite happy with him so far

Reviewed January 2022

Dr. Downey and I have a great report and I enjoy talking with him. I like that he follows up with me during the week and I can contact him if needed. I don't feel judged and he's helped me talk about uncomfortable topics.

Reviewed September 2021

Daniel is extremely experienced and compassionate, and is more than able to tackle difficult subjects while also making his patients feel more at ease. I'm glad I chose him due to his expertise, he is helping to guide me through a difficult time and helps to put my issues into perspective.

Reviewed August 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Daniel Downey offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Daniel Downey works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Daniel Downey speak?

Daniel Downey speaks English.

How many years of experience does Daniel Downey have?

Daniel Downey has 14 years of experience.

Where is Daniel Downey licensed to practice?

Daniel Downey is licensed to practice in Missouri and North Dakota.

Does Daniel Downey accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Daniel Downey does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Daniel Downey offer?

Daniel Downey offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Daniel Downey?

Daniel Downey can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Daniel Downey?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.