- Attachment-based work
- Motivational interviewing
- Solution-focused goals
About Dana
Dana Legrande is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York with 12 years of experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, mood concerns such as bipolar disorder and depression, and problems with addiction. She also supports those dealing with relationship and family strain, parenting challenges, anger, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. She works in English.
Dana uses a blend of practical approaches to help people notice patterns that keep them stuck and take small steps toward change. She draws on client-centered methods to listen and reflect what matters most to the person in the room. Attachment-based ideas guide conversations about how past relationships affect present reactions and close relationships.
Her work includes elements from the Gottman Method for relationship-focused issues and motivational interviewing to strengthen commitment to change. Solution-focused techniques are used to identify immediate, doable goals. These tools are used alongside a 12-step informed foundation when substance use is a concern.
Sessions often include psychoeducation about behavior patterns, clear problem identification, and practical behavior change work. Dana also explores family of origin issues and historical trauma when those topics are relevant to current struggles. She encourages clients to develop more affirmative self-imagery and to set long-term goals.
Dana values humor and believes laughter can be part of healing. People can expect straightforward conversation, focused goal setting, and a practical plan to move forward rather than abstract explanations.
How Dana’s approaches translate to online work
Online sessions with Dana draw on client-centered and attachment-based ideas to help people understand how their reactions develop and feel in relationships. Client-centered work focuses on active listening and reflecting what matters to the person, which helps clarify goals and next steps. Attachment-based work looks at how past relationships shape current patterns, useful for anger that shows up around close people.She also uses elements of the Gottman Method to address relationship concerns and motivational interviewing to help people find their own motivation for change. The Gottman-informed material helps identify interaction patterns and concrete changes in how people talk and problem-solve. Motivational interviewing supports commitment to change without pressure.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Dana will help identify which methods fit the client’s needs, goals, and preferences and adjust the plan as work progresses. This means starting with clear goals and trying practical strategies together.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and enabling sessions from different everyday locations. Licensed professionals can adapt pacing and techniques to suit phone or video sessions, and Dana aims to match methods to what works best for each person.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Dana address?
She works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, parenting challenges, anger, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is practical and goal-oriented, using listening, reflection, and clear steps for change. Sessions combine conversation, education, and behavior-focused work.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of clinical experience working with people facing mental health and substance use challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices from that location.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.