I have only been using the chat service until now but so far Danielle has been very kind, supportive and understanding of my situation.
Danielle Johnston, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Danielle is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Danielle. View 6 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in South Carolina
Recent reviews
Danielle has been instrumental in helping me instate changes in my personal life and relationships that have led to my increased happiness and well-being. I could not have made these positive changes without her and I highly recommend her therapy services.
More about Danielle
- 24 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Hello! I’m Danielle Johnston, a Nationally Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 23 years experience. I’m dually licensed in SC, as a Licensed Professional Counselor & Licensed Addiction Counselor (LPC & LAC, NCC & CCMHC.) I also hold certifications as a Certified Clinical Trauma Therapist and as a Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapist (CCTP and C-DBT).
My areas of specialty include identity, self-esteem, self-worth, depression, anxiety, alcohol & cannabis abuse, chronic stress, nervous system dysregulation, coping with life changes, trauma, life purpose, body image, self-medicating, intimacy issues, communication problems, attachment issues, emotional regulation, relationship harmony.
My therapy style is warm, encouraging, enthusiastic, interactive. I believe a depressed person is a discouraged person. It’s easy to fall into those thoughts & patterns. I am your coach to teach you how to convince yourself to change what you do have control over, to improve your sense of self & quality of life. Anxiety is similar, self-control is gained as you learn to identify & modify your physiological reactions, & to restructure your cognitive patterns. Let me teach you how to calm, co-regulate, and choose to be reasonable & logic-driven rather than reactive, anxious or emotion-driven.
My clinical approach combines Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, Rational-Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based, Adlerian, Somatic, Nervous System Regulation, Gottman, DBT, Existential , Strength-Based, & Solution-Focused Therapy. (Taught best in live sessions.)
I’ll tailor our dialog and treatment objectives to meet your unique, specific needs. You set your goals. My task for every session is to help you feel encouraged, heard, validated, & have small tasks to incorporate & watch yourself succeed in until we meet again.
It’s a privilege to hear your story & join you in it. To empower you to change what you can. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life, to take these first steps toward change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support & enthuse you.
I look forward to working with you! Wishing you peace.
Danielle Johnston
LPC, CCMHC, NCC, LAC
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Anger management
Career difficulties
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Body image
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Trichotillomania
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Danielle Johnston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083368310.
- LPC · South Carolina · 5174 · Expires August 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Danielle Johnston
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I have only been using the chat service until now but so far Danielle has been very kind, supportive and understanding of my situation.
Danielle has been instrumental in helping me instate changes in my personal life and relationships that have led to my increased happiness and well-being. I could not have made these positive changes without her and I highly recommend her therapy services.
Danielle Is simply wonderful to work with. I have searched for a therapist for years and was about to give up when I found Danielle. She is kind, thoughtful, easy to work with and extremely knowledgeable.
I was so scared to start therapy again, because this would have been my 6-7th time having a therapist. I was so happy that I did! Danielle Johnston has such great expertise in this field and I feel so supported by her. She has really opened up my perspective and views, and I'm so grateful for that.
Danielle helps with getting you to talk in a very comfortable way. I have tried therapy many times but always felt weird just talking; Danielle makes it easy and comfortable and gives you amazing tips and work to do between sessions
She is an amazing therapist. I have never connected with another therapist the way I do with her!
Frequently asked questions
Does Danielle Johnston offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Danielle Johnston works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Danielle Johnston speak?
Danielle Johnston speaks English.
How many years of experience does Danielle Johnston have?
Danielle Johnston has 24 years of experience.
Where is Danielle Johnston licensed to practice?
Danielle Johnston is licensed to practice in South Carolina.
Does Danielle Johnston accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Danielle Johnston does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Danielle Johnston offer?
Danielle Johnston offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Danielle Johnston?
Danielle Johnston can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Danielle Johnston?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.