Daniel 'Dan' Sullivan, LMSW

Daniel 'Dan' Sullivan helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career challenges, and depression. He keeps an informal, straightforward style so conversations feel natural. Dan holds an LMSW, and he has seven years of professional experience in Michigan.

He aims to make sessions a place where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment. Dan focuses on practical steps clients can use between sessions. He also supports people dealing with anger, compassion fatigue, impulsivity, and challenges related to ADHD.

Dan uses a mix of approaches that center the person's goals and strengths. He listens closely and tailors conversations to what each person needs that week. Together they set small, manageable goals and track progress over time.

People often come to him worried about work stress, motivation, or big life transitions. He talks through everyday problems in clear terms and helps build skills to cope. Communication problems, midlife shifts, and issues common to young adults and men are additional areas he addresses.

Sessions are practical and down-to-earth. Dan encourages clients to try small experiments between sessions and to notice what works. His aim is to support people as they take steps toward clearer thinking and more confident action.

How therapy approaches translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding what matters most to a person. It helps when someone needs space to be heard and to build confidence at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns in thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful habits. Solution-Focused Therapy aims at concrete, short-term goals and quick steps that lead to visible progress.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will work with the client to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. Sessions can shift over time, blending listening, skill practice, and goal-focused tasks based on what proves most useful.

Online care offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let people see facial cues and use visual tools during sessions. Phone sessions can work well when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for brief check-ins, coaching-style support, or practicing ideas between meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and keep momentum between sessions.