Sue Daniel , LMSW

Sue Daniel is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with 30 years of experience supporting older adults, families, and individuals facing grief, caregiving demands, and life transitions. She earned a Master of Social Work from Eastern Michigan University in 2002 with a focus on gerontology, followed by a Master in Hospice Education from Madonna University in 2005 that emphasized bereavement care. Those academic foundations inform a practice grounded in both clinical counseling and practical support for people navigating aging, serious illness, and end-of-life issues.

Her career began in nursing home care and evolved through roles in care management with an Area Agency on Aging, hospice and home health services, senior housing, and elder law settings. Across these positions she worked directly with seniors and family members to coordinate services, offer counseling, and provide education about what to expect across the health care and aging continuum. As a therapist she meets clients where they are, drawing on a multi-theory approach that is tailored to each person’s needs, goals, and life context. Sue generally checks messages several times per day Monday through Friday and aims to respond promptly, while appreciating patience when other professional responsibilities require attention.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, empathetic relationship in which the client’s goals and experiences guide the work. This approach supports self-esteem, life transitions, and personal decision-making by creating a respectful space for exploration.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people identify and shift patterns in emotional responses and attachments, which can be especially useful for grief, relationship struggles, and strong emotional reactions. Mindfulness Therapy introduces present-moment awareness and practical exercises to reduce stress, manage anxiety, and improve coping with difficult feelings.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative stance helps tailor sessions so they feel relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations, accommodate busy schedules or caregiver responsibilities, and maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are difficult. The variety of formats supports different communication styles and makes it possible to receive consistent therapeutic support.