- Attachment-based methods
- Client-centered work
- CBT techniques
About Daniel
Daniel Bierma is an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) with seven years as a practicing therapist in Michigan. He lists stress, anxiety, family concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting, self-esteem, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping problems, anger, career concerns, depression, coping with life changes, coaching needs, compassion fatigue, and ADHD among his areas of focus. Sessions are conducted in English and intended to help people who want to change patterns or better manage their situation.
He draws on a long history of work with children, parents, schools, churches, foster care, and other organizations. That background shows in practical experience with child behavior, parenting struggles, family relationships, foster care and adoption issues, and leadership counseling. He has also supported people dealing with attachment issues, abandonment, autism and Asperger syndrome, blended family challenges, and family of origin concerns.
Daniel describes his style as listening first and helping clients find a way toward their goals. He uses straightforward conversation, observation, and feedback to identify small, doable changes. He aims to help people recognize options and take practical steps rather than relying on jargon or abstract promises.
His work includes methods drawn from attachment-based approaches, client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, emotionally-focused ideas, and existential perspectives. These methods are used to address relationship patterns, coping skills, and ways of making decisions that fit a person's life.
People who want to begin can follow an online matching process and schedule an initial session to see if his approach fits their needs. Costs vary with location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Daniel uses client-centered work in which the therapist follows the person's lead, listens closely, and reflects what they say to clarify needs and goals. This approach helps when someone needs a calm space to talk through relationship or parenting concerns. Attachment-based approaches focus on patterns in close relationships and how early or current bonds affect feeling and behavior. These ideas can help with intimacy issues, abandonment concerns, and family-of-origin problems.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Daniel will work with the client to identify which methods suit their goals and preferences, adjusting the focus as circumstances change. The early sessions often involve trying an approach and checking in about whether it feels helpful.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when a full hour is not needed, and reduce travel time. If video is challenging, some people opt for audio-only sessions which can use less bandwidth and feel less demanding. Daniel uses his clinical approaches to guide online conversations so they connect to everyday problems and practical steps.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He lists stress, anxiety, family and relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting, self-esteem, addictions, grief, sleeping problems, anger, career concerns, depression, ADHD and related topics.
How would he describe his approach in sessions?
He listens first and helps people find a path toward their goals using straightforward conversation, observation, and practical suggestions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years as a practicing therapist and decades of broader work with children, schools, foster care, churches, and organizations.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and he practices in Michigan.
Does he work in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm the current online and in-person options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to start?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin.