Daniel Patten , LCSW

Daniel Patten is a California-licensed LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) with 25 years of professional experience. He has supported people facing addictions, relationship challenges, grief and loss, depression, and major life transitions, drawing on a pragmatic and strengths-based approach to help clients move through difficult moments.

Daniel approaches therapy as a collaborative process that honors each person as the expert of their own story. He focuses on identifying and building existing strengths while introducing tools adapted to the needs of the individual. In addition to clinical methods, Daniel practices Dzogchen Meditation and recommends that clients try a short daily meditation practice, suggesting at least 15 minutes each morning to encourage reflection and steady coping.

Beginning therapy often takes courage, and Daniel acknowledges that first step while offering steady support for people ready to explore change, resolve grief, or address relationship and mood concerns. His practice aims to combine practical skills with mindful habits to help clients navigate transitions and regain a sense of direction.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Daniel draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to tailor care to each person’s situation. ACT emphasizes clarifying personal values and taking committed action even in the presence of difficult thoughts or feelings - it can help with life transitions, grief, and finding meaning. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of depression and improve day-to-day functioning. DBT teaches practical skills for regulating intense emotions, managing interpersonal conflict, and coping with stress in the moment.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Daniel works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and immediate needs. Together they adjust strategies over time to ensure the work fits the person.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent support without long commutes. These formats offer scheduling flexibility and allow therapists and licensed professionals to maintain continuity of care across different life circumstances, so clients can engage in therapy in ways that fit their routines and responsibilities.