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Daniel Bernhardt

Daniel Bernhardt

LPC

Arizona

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Practical, experienced counselor focused on growth

  • 20 years experience
  • Goal oriented care
  • Arizona LPC

About Daniel

Daniel Bernhardt is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arizona. He brings two decades of experience to counseling and emphasizes practical steps that help people move toward a more satisfying life. Daniel speaks plainly and focuses on building clear goals with each person he sees.

He uses a mix of approaches drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). Those methods are used to help people notice patterns, try different responses, and reduce the hold of unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He frames therapy as a collaborative effort where the client’s goals guide the work.

Daniel’s practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress and anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, and sleep or eating challenges. He also lists work with ADHD, compassion fatigue, self-esteem, and life transitions among his focuses. Panic disorder and panic attacks are included among the anxiety-related areas he lists.

He has experience supervising interns and associate counselors as they collect hours toward independent licensure in Arizona. That supervisory work reflects his interest in mentoring newer clinicians and contributing to the field’s future.

People who choose Daniel can expect straightforward, goal-oriented sessions that blend skills practice with reflection. To get started, readers should use the site’s Start Therapy flow to complete the matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.

Therapeutic approaches you can use in online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice their thoughts and feelings without getting pulled into them, and then take steps that align with personal values. This can be useful for anxiety, avoidance, and for people wanting clearer direction in life.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical strategies to change patterns that cause distress. It is often used for anxiety, panic-related symptoms, mood challenges, and sleep or eating difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and everyday realities. That means adapting exercises, pacing, and homework so the work fits the individual rather than forcing a single method.

If you are considering online sessions, check the current session options before booking. The practical benefits often include easier scheduling around work or family commitments, shorter check-ins when needed, and fewer logistics like travel time. These features can help people maintain consistency with therapy and practice skills between meetings.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also works with

LGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Listed in

Arizona

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

He lists a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, sleep and eating problems, ADHD, and related areas such as abandonment and attachment issues.

What style of therapy can I expect?

Sessions combine approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to match what the person needs and wants to work on.

How long has he been practicing?

He has approximately 20 years of experience as a counselor working in Arizona.

Where is he licensed and located?

He holds an Arizona Licensed Professional Counselor credential (AZ LPC) and practices in Arizona.

What languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with this therapist?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

Whenever you are ready

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