Therapist profile
Daniel Bernhardt, LPC
Arizona
Licensed Professional Counselor - Relationships and Addictions
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- Credentials
- LPC
- License
- LPC, Arizona / LPC-13565
- NPI
- 1972895811
- Experience
- 20 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Arizona
About
- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Values-based ACT
About Daniel
Daniel Bernhardt is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Arizona with 20 years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related challenges, and codependency among other struggles. Sessions are in English and located in Arizona.
He draws on several practical therapy methods to help people notice patterns that keep them stuck. In sessions he uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to look at thoughts and behaviors, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to manage emotions, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ideas to clarify values and take focused action. He also uses client-centered and emotionally focused work when helpful.
He has experience supervising interns and associate counselors in Arizona as they work toward independent licensure. That supervisory role is part of his broader experience supporting clinical growth alongside direct counseling work.
In a typical session he asks clear questions, listens for recurring patterns, and works with clients to set concrete goals. Therapy involves active effort from the client and practical steps between meetings to test new ways of coping and relating.
People who come to him often want to stop putting others first, set firmer boundaries, address triggers from past relationships, or change long-standing responses to stress. He focuses on helping people notice behaviors, try small changes, and build skills that fit everyday life.
How sessions work
How Daniel Uses ACT, CBT and DBT in Online Work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice thoughts and feelings without getting led by them, then choose actions that match what matters most. It can be useful for people struggling with people-pleasing or feeling stuck in old patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and focuses on testing small changes that change daily life. It helps with anxiety, depression, sleep, and unhelpful reactions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clear communication when strong feelings get in the way.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each client to decide which methods to emphasize based on goals, concerns, and what feels manageable. Sessions mix discussion, skill practice, and homework so people can try new ways of responding between meetings.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand, and avoid travel time. It also lets people use tools such as worksheets and in-the-moment skill coaching while keeping therapy focused on everyday life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy challenges, codependency, and related concerns.
How would he describe his therapy style?
He uses practical approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT, client-centered, and emotionally focused methods and focuses on clear questions, skill-building, and goal setting.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 20 years of experience working as a counselor and also supervises interns and associate counselors in Arizona.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Arizona and practices in that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Session cost varies with location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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