- Stress management
- Anger focus
- Parenting support
About Daniel
Daniel Wongthavatchai is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in California with 15 years of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, anger, depression, and ADHD-related difficulties. Daniel works in English and focuses on practical steps people can use day to day.
He listens for patterns that make emotions and reactions worse. That includes problems with abandonment, attachment, control, impulsivity, and communication. He also addresses guilt, shame, forgiveness, mood swings, panic symptoms, and issues common to young adults and men.
Sessions aim to make feelings easier to name and understand. Daniel uses straightforward questions and exercises so people can try new ways of responding. He helps clients notice triggers and practice different choices in how they react to frustration and anger.
He pays attention to concentration and memory concerns and how they affect daily life. Work often includes building small routines and skills to reduce overwhelm and improve focus. For parents he addresses the strains of parenting and practical ways to manage stress around caregiving.
People meet Daniel to work on specific problems or to figure out what needs to change next. He asks about goals, offers feedback, and suggests exercises to try between sessions. To begin, clients use the site flow to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How his approaches work in online sessions
Daniel uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people notice triggers, practice new responses, and build daily skills. One common approach focuses on practical behavior skills - identifying unhelpful reactions, trying small changes, and rehearsing alternative responses to reduce outbursts and frustration. Another approach addresses emotion recognition and regulation, teaching simple ways to name feelings, slow escalation, and manage panic symptoms when they appear.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He treats this as a collaborative process and will discuss goals, try exercises, and adjust methods based on what the client needs and prefers. Sessions include feedback and homework suggestions so people can practice between meetings.
The specific session formats available should be confirmed before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand them. Talk with the clinician about which session lengths and arrangements fit your day and your goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, parenting issues, anger, depression, and ADHD-related problems, plus related areas like attachment, impulsivity, and panic symptoms.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a practical, skills-focused approach that helps clients name triggers and try new responses.
How much experience does he have?
He has 15 years of professional work experience in clinical practice in California.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in California and practices in that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model 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.