Danyelle "Dany" Wilson

Grounded, collaborative therapy for stress and trauma

LMFT California

Experience: 17 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Therapy
Languages: English

About Danyelle

Danyelle "Dany" Wilson is a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in California who draws on 17 years of clinical experience to help people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, and identity-related concerns.

Background and approach

She integrates practical, evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside relational and client-centered approaches to shape treatment that responds to each person's circumstances. Dany values respectful, compassionate collaboration and adapts sessions to reflect an individual's needs and priorities.

Her work includes support for LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse recovery, and coaching for professionals seeking clearer focus or reduced overwhelm. She also addresses a range of related struggles including attachment and abandonment issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, control issues, dissociation, and grief at end of life.

Dany emphasizes a tailored plan rather than a one-size-fits-all model, guiding clients through steps toward greater wellbeing while honoring their goals and pace.

Integrating evidence-based methods into online care

Many clients work with Dany using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce anxiety and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy is also a central part of her approach, focusing on how early and present-day relational patterns shape feelings of safety, trust, and closeness, which can be useful for abandonment and family-of-origin issues.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dany tailors methods to each person by discussing goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful in early sessions, then adjusts the plan as progress and needs evolve. Clients participate in deciding whether to emphasize skill-building, trauma processing, relational work, or coaching strategies.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care despite geography or time constraints, and they allow clients to access sessions in ways that fit daily life while working toward their therapeutic goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Dany works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, LGBT-related issues, and offers professional coaching. She also lists many related focus areas such as attachment concerns, caregiver stress, chronic pain and end-of-life counseling.

What is the therapeutic style and approach used?

Her practice blends cognitive behavioral techniques with attachment-based and client-centered methods, and she also draws on DBT and EMDR when appropriate to the client's needs.

How much clinical experience does she have?

The therapist brings 17 years of professional experience working with a variety of stress, trauma, and identity-related issues.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a licensed marriage and family therapist with the designation CA LMFT 82233 and practices in California.

Are sessions offered in languages other than English or to international clients?

Sessions are provided in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

Which session formats are available for working together?

Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to their preference and schedule.

How is pricing handled for therapy sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided via a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy with this clinician?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseCoaching

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityControl issuesDissociationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobias Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Social anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

17+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English