Danielle Kalaygian, LACMH (Associate Counselor of Mental Health), Therapy in Dover, Delaware

Danielle Kalaygian, LACMH (Associate Counselor of Mental Health), helps teens and adults build effective strategies for overcoming emotional challenges, improving resilience, and creating meaningful change in their lives. At LifeStance Health, she provides individual and group therapy for patients across Delaware, supporting adolescents, teens, adults, and older adults who are seeking compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. Danielle works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns, while also offering support for additional mental health needs. A central focus of Danielle’s practice is helping people navigate alcohol and drug use issues. She is passionate about supporting individuals as they work toward recovery, strengthen coping skills, and rebuild confidence in their ability to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. Danielle understands that substance use challenges often intersect with other emotional concerns and takes a thoughtful, individualized approach to treatment that addresses the whole person. Danielle creates a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard and respected. She has experience working with members of the LGBTQ+ community and tailors treatment to each individual’s goals, strengths, and circumstances. Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), she helps patients recognize unhelpful patterns, develop practical coping skills, and move toward lasting emotional wellness. She also provides support for concerns such as grief, women’s issues, and other mental health challenges. Her therapeutic style is collaborative, empowering patients to actively participate in their care while building the tools needed to manage life’s challenges both now and in the future. Whether someone is struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or substance use concerns, Danielle strives to provide personalized care that promotes growth, healing, and long-term well-being. Outside of her clinical work, Danielle enjoys spending time with loved ones, cooking, and watching movies.