- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Anger and relationship issues
About Daniel
Dr. Daniel Goldberg is an Illinois psychologist with three years of practice as a licensed clinician. He works with adults who face issues such as anger, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Sessions focus on understanding patterns that drive behavior and on practical steps people can try between appointments.
He draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at how past experiences shape current reactions. That perspective helps people see patterns that lead to repeated arguments, simmering resentment, or impulsive choices. He also uses motivational interviewing to support clearer decision making and to build practical momentum for change.
In conversations he helps people map what usually happens when they lose their temper or get stuck in worry. That means naming triggers, noticing physical and thought patterns, and testing small changes to responses. He prioritizes concrete next steps rather than long lectures or vague theory.
Dr. Goldberg also addresses mood and attention concerns that can affect anger and relationships. He works with issues from trauma and abuse histories to mood disorders and attachment difficulties, always linking emotional shifts back to everyday interactions and decisions.
Sessions aim to help people reduce the frequency and intensity of outbursts, improve communication, and regain more control over choices. New clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session to begin the work.
How his approaches translate to online work
Motivational Interviewing is a practical, conversational method that focuses on a person's reasons for change and helps build small, achievable steps. It suits problems like getting stuck in angry reactions or wanting to change impulsive habits. Psychodynamic Therapy looks at how past experiences and recurring patterns shape present behavior. That approach can help people understand why certain triggers lead to repeated anger or withdrawal.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. He works collaboratively with each person to figure out which approach or combination makes sense for their goals and preferences. Clients and the therapist check progress and adjust the plan as needed rather than sticking to one method without review.
The practical benefits of remote work include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and avoiding travel time. Because the biography did not list session formats, confirm available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to attend brief check-ins, follow up after a difficult interaction, or maintain continuity during life changes without needing to be in a particular place.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with anger, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, ADHD, and coping with life changes, plus related mood and attachment concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He combines psychodynamic perspectives with motivational interviewing to identify patterns and support practical decision making.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of experience as a licensed psychologist in Illinois.
What are his credentials and region?
He is an Illinois Psychologist with the credential listed as IL Psychologist 071008898 and practices in Illinois.
Does he work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the biography.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.