- Attachment-based work
- Client-centered methods
- CBT techniques
About Daniel
Daniel Bierma is an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) practicing in Michigan with seven years in formal therapy work and earlier experience across schools, hospice, and community settings. He lists support for stress, anxiety, family concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting, self-esteem, addictions, relationships, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, anger, career questions, depression, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
He draws on decades of earlier work with children, parents, grandparents, pastors, and school staff. That background informs how he notices patterns in relationships and behavior. He listens first, then helps people clarify what they want to change and why they sought therapy.
Sessions emphasize clear goals and practical steps. He uses approaches such as attachment-based work, client-centered therapy, and cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and try new ways of responding. Emotionally-focused ideas and existential questions may appear when discussing meaning, losses, or identity.
Daniel describes his role as attentive and directive when needed. He watches how people interact and points out options to shift patterns. He also supports parents and caregivers with behavior strategies and communication skills learned from his school and foster-care experience.
People who choose him can expect straightforward conversation about choices and next steps. He asks why someone is coming and keeps sessions focused on workable changes. To begin, readers should confirm current session options before booking.
Therapeutic approaches used in online work
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current ways of relating. It can help when guilt or shame shows up in close relationships or parenting roles by identifying patterns and offering alternative responses. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead. It supports people who need a chance to talk through feelings and decide what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets thoughts and behaviors that keep someone stuck. It offers practical steps to test unhelpful beliefs and try new behaviors, useful for anxiety, depression, and many daily struggles.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Daniel uses the approaches above and may introduce other ideas from his practice. He will collaborate with each person to choose what fits their needs, goals, and preferences rather than imposing a single method.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking because the biography does not list them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. They also let people use sessions while keeping notes or resources nearby, and can make it simpler to include relevant materials discussed in a session.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does he help with?
He lists a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting, relationships, grief, addiction, depression, ADHD, and sleep problems.
How does he approach guilt or shame tied to relationships?
He listens first and helps people clarify what they want to change, using attachment-based and emotionally-focused ideas to look at relational patterns and feelings.
What is his background and experience?
He has seven years as a therapist and prior work spanning schools, hospice care, foster care, and organizational settings, which shapes his practical approach.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He is an LMSW, licensed in Michigan, and practices there.
Does he work in languages other than English or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats does he offer?
Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific session formats.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.