At a glance
- Credentials
- LMHC
- License
- LMHC, Florida / MH25714
- NPI
- 1588211296
- Experience
- 5 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Florida
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Short term goals
- Compassionate listening
- Motivation focused
About Daniel
Daniel Pineda is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. He works in a straightforward, compassionate way and aims to create a calm space where people can talk about what’s most worrying them. Daniel presents himself in a casual and respectful manner to make it easier to begin difficult conversations.
He uses practical approaches that match a person’s needs rather than one fixed method. Motivational Interviewing is one tool he includes to help people find motivation for change. He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Jungian ideas when they fit the work.
Sessions tend to focus on clear goals and small steps clients can take between meetings. He listens first, clarifies what matters most, and then works with each person to try new ways of thinking and acting. That could mean noticing unhelpful thoughts, practicing different communication habits, or examining patterns that feel stuck.
Daniel has five years of professional experience as an LMHC, and offers services from Florida. He is comfortable working with people facing issues such as shame, isolation, identity concerns, and relationship communication problems. He welcomes English-speaking and international clients who want to explore change and growth.
To begin, prospective clients use the site’s Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to availability.
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How Motivational and Acceptance-Based Methods Work Online
Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons to change. It uses conversational techniques to build motivation and to resolve mixed feelings about taking steps forward. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, teaches noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them while clarifying personal values to guide action. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the person’s experience, with the therapist offering empathy and support as the main method.
Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist listens to current concerns and goals, then suggests methods that might fit. Clients and therapist test what helps, adjust strategies, and pick practical steps together so the work matches daily life.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit meeting times into busy days, avoid travel, and choose quieter surroundings that work for them. Online meetings can also make it easier to check in more frequently or to spend sessions practicing communication skills in real time. Licensed professionals can tailor which approaches to use depending on a person’s needs and schedule. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Avoidant personalityCommunication problemsEmptinessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesTherapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Jungian TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsExperience
5+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Daniel commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship trouble, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Other focus areas include loneliness, communication problems, life purpose, and mood or personality concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He takes an open, casual, and compassionate approach. Sessions emphasize listening first, then planning practical steps that fit the client’s life.
What kind of experience does he have?
He has five years of professional work as a licensed mental health counselor. That background includes helping people with trauma, motivation, and relationship issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LMHC licensed in Florida. His practice is based in Florida and he works from that location.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. He also notes that he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers