About

Danielle Johnston is a seasoned therapist based in South Carolina with 24 years of clinical experience. She practices as a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina (license SC LPC 5174) and is also licensed as an addiction counselor. In addition, she holds national certification in clinical mental health counseling and has completed specialized training in clinical trauma therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.

Her clinical focus spans a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and identity, relationship and intimacy issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions such as alcohol and cannabis misuse, eating and sleeping difficulties, anger management, bipolar disorder, ADHD, career-related challenges, and compassion fatigue. Danielle also works with clients facing life transitions, nervous system dysregulation, body image concerns, and patterns of self-medicating.

Danielle brings a warm, encouraging, and interactive style to therapy. She describes her role as a coach who helps people shift discouraging patterns, build self-control, and learn practical skills to manage physiological and cognitive reactions to stress and anxiety. She teaches clients how to calm and co-regulate their nervous system, to choose more reasoned responses, and to practice small, achievable tasks that build confidence between sessions.

Her approach integrates evidence-based methods and relational therapies, drawing on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic work, Rational-Emotive Behavioral Therapy, attachment-based perspectives, Adlerian ideas, somatic techniques, nervous system regulation, Gottman methods for relationships, dialectical behavior therapy, existential inquiry, strength-based work, and solution-focused strategies. Sessions are tailored to each person’s goals, with Danielle listening for validation, offering encouragement, and setting clear, measurable steps to support progress.

Danielle values the privilege of hearing each person’s story and partnering with them to make meaningful changes. She supports clients who are ready to take steps toward a more satisfying and resilient life, and she aims to make the process both motivating and achievable.

Location:
South Carolina, United States
Years Experience:
24
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Coping with life changes, Depression, Relationship, Relationship, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Anger, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Body image, Career, Coaching, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Compulsion, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce, Eating, Family, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Gambling, Grief, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Separation, Sleeping, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Trauma and abuse, Trichotillomania
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: SC LPC 5174
  • NPI Number: 1083368310
  • License: LPC (South Carolina) #5174 exp 2027-08-31

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional in-person care.

One major benefit is convenience. Clients can choose the format that suits them best - video sessions, phone conversations, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life.

All participating clinicians are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to change therapists if they feel a different fit would be better. Online therapy offers flexible access to trained therapists while supporting continuity of care during life’s transitions.

How much experience does Danielle Johnston have?

Danielle Johnston has 24 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Danielle Johnston a licensed therapist?

Yes. Danielle Johnston practices as a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina under license SC LPC 5174.

In which languages does Danielle Johnston provide therapy?

Danielle Johnston provides therapy in English.

Where is Danielle Johnston located?

Danielle Johnston is located in South Carolina.

How can I work with Danielle Johnston as my therapist?

You can work with Danielle Johnston by phone, video, live chat, or messaging.

How much does therapy with Danielle Johnston cost?

Session costs can vary based on factors such as location and availability. Therapy sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is simple. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a brief questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.