- Strengths based
- Practical strategies
- LGBT-affirming
About Danny
Danny El Hassan is an LMHC based in New York who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, and issues related to LGBT identity. He also supports clients coping with ADHD, addiction, grief, sleep problems, career transitions, and compassion fatigue. Danny focuses on building on a person's existing strengths to find practical ways forward.
He uses a mix of approaches so sessions can look different based on the person's needs. Some work focuses on increasing self-awareness by looking at unconscious patterns. Other times he uses practical strategies from cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness approaches to change unhelpful thoughts and habits.
Danny has clinical experience with older adults and has written for the Journal of Homosexuality about LGBT elder experiences. He has also researched micro-aggressions affecting people with disabilities. This background informs his attention to identity, stigma, and life stage in therapy.
His counseling style blends listening with action. Sessions may include thoughtful conversation, gentle reflection on recurring patterns, and exercises to try between meetings. He supports short-term focused work and longer-term exploration depending on what each person wants to achieve.
Before starting, he asks about current concerns and goals so the work matches real life. People who choose to work with Danny often make a simple plan together and check progress as therapy continues.
Approaches that translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathic listening and helping people feel understood so they can identify their own solutions. It suits issues like low self-esteem, identity questions, and relationship concerns where being heard helps clarify next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical techniques to change patterns. It is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and impulsivity because it teaches skills to test and shift unhelpful thinking and routines.
Existential Therapy looks at meaning, choice, and life transitions. This approach can help people facing career changes, grief, or questions about purpose by encouraging honest reflection about values and priorities.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences and try methods that fit their needs. Techniques can be adjusted as progress is tracked so the work stays practical and relevant.
Regarding online therapy logistics, confirm current session options before booking since the biography notes past tele-health experience but does not list specific formats here. Many people appreciate online work because it can fit into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about session length and rhythms when you schedule so therapy fits into everyday life.
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Experience
3+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems can Danny help with?
Danny works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, addictions, ADHD, grief, sleep problems, career issues, and other listed concerns such as compassion fatigue and body image.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He combines listening and reflection with practical tools. Sessions may explore unconscious patterns while also using concrete exercises to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
How many years of experience does he have?
He has three years of clinical experience working in settings that have included tele-health and phone counseling.
What credential does he hold and where is he located?
He is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) in New York and practices from that region.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
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?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.