- Psychodynamic approach
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- DBT principles
About Daniel
Daniel Sontag is a LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) based in Massachusetts with 25 years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, anger, and depression. He also focuses on communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, and post-traumatic stress.
Daniel describes himself as a clinician who helps people get unstuck and work through problems. In a first meeting he asks about the current situation and gathers background to understand context. He aims to imagine how he might feel in a similar situation and then decide together what could help.
His clinical background includes psychodynamic training and use of cognitive behavioral techniques to look at how thoughts, feelings, and actions influence each other. He also notes certification in DBT and a commitment to trauma-informed care in his work. These influences shape practical steps and conversations during sessions.
In practice he mixes longer-term thinking about patterns with short-term tools. That can mean looking at how past experiences affect present reactions, then testing small behavior changes to see what shifts. Sessions are conversational and focused on concrete next steps when appropriate.
People come to him for a range of concerns, including persistent guilt or shame tied to relationships, faith, or past choices. He aims to help people better understand their feelings and to develop manageable ways to respond day to day.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Daniel integrates psychodynamic ideas with cognitive behavioral techniques and DBT principles. Psychodynamic thinking looks at how past relationships and patterns influence present feelings and behavior, which can help when guilt or shame feel tied to earlier experiences. Cognitive behavioral techniques focus on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and offer concrete exercises to test different ways of responding. DBT principles provide skills for managing strong emotions and improving communication.Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. He will discuss what matters to the client, try different strategies, and adjust based on what feels helpful. That collaborative process aims to match methods to the person’s needs and goals rather than following one fixed model.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. It can also allow using worksheets, skills practice, and real-time problem solving between meetings to support change in day-to-day situations.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, anger, and depression. Additional focuses include communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation, life purpose, and post-traumatic stress.
How does he approach therapy?
He combines psychodynamic thinking with cognitive behavioral techniques and DBT principles. That means exploring patterns from the past while trying practical tools for thoughts and behaviors.
How long has he worked in this field?
He has 25 years of experience working as a clinician, crisis clinician, case manager, and program director.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a LICSW based in Massachusetts and lists an MA along with the LICSW credential.
Does he work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not currently accept international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.