Daniel Gersten, LMHC
- Compassionate affirming therapy
- Trauma and stress support
- Addiction and recovery focus
About Daniel Gersten
He focuses on creating a compassionate, affirming space where clients can speak openly about what feels most difficult, including guilt and shame, post-traumatic stress, and substance use. Drawing on evidence-based therapeutic techniques, Daniel helps clients strengthen coping skills, build emotional awareness, and develop practical ways to respond to overwhelming thoughts, feelings, and patterns.
Daniel approaches therapy with a holistic view of each person, recognizing both the impact of painful experiences and the resilience clients bring to the process. With empathy, respect, and professional care, he works collaboratively to support meaningful change and help clients move toward a steadier, more grounded life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Daniel Gersten have?
Daniel Gersten has 22 years of experience as a therapist, supporting clients through concerns such as stress, anxiety, trauma, and addiction.
Is Daniel Gersten a licensed therapist?
Yes. Daniel Gersten is licensed as an LMHC in New York (NY LMHC 006692).
In which languages does Daniel Gersten provide therapy?
Daniel Gersten provides therapy in English.
Where is Daniel Gersten located?
Daniel Gersten is located in New York.
How can I work with Daniel Gersten as my therapist?
Sessions with Daniel Gersten are available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering options to match different schedules and comfort levels.
Does Daniel Gersten work with international clients?
No. Daniel Gersten does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Daniel Gersten cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-Based Therapy, Made Accessible Online
Daniel Gersten draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients work through concerns like anxiety, trauma-related stress, and substance use. In practice, this often means learning structured, skills-focused strategies for noticing unhelpful patterns, building emotional awareness, and responding differently when stress or cravings feel intense. For many people, this kind of approach can be especially helpful for social anxiety, guilt and shame, and day-to-day overwhelm.His work also reflects a holistic understanding of the person, recognizing the full context of what someone is carrying while staying grounded in practical steps toward change. Therapy can include identifying strengths, clarifying goals, and building coping strategies that fit real life, not just the therapy hour.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Daniel collaborates with clients to understand what they want from therapy, what has and has not helped before, and what feels most comfortable, adjusting the work to match individual needs and preferences over time.
Online therapy adds flexibility without losing focus. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to get support around work, family responsibilities, or changing schedules.