Danielle
Hello! I’m Danielle. I am from Massachusetts where I completed my undergraduate (Criminal Justice & Psychology) and graduate (social work) studies. During undergrad, I volunteered with a program that help inmates with serious mental health disorder re-enter to the community. I was told the most efficient way to engage in that type of work was to go to a MSW program, so I did. During my graduate program, I heavily explored crisis intervention/assessments. Since then I have worked at a variety of places, including therapy, case management, prisons, and emergency response.
As someone who has been in and out of therapy since I was young, I never wanted to be administering therapy. I thought being a therapist would be boring and I didn’t really understand it. However, as I’ve explored what therapy should be- treating someone using an evidenced-based practice- I enjoy administering mental health treatment, using a scientific approach.
My goal is to help you gain relief from symptoms, maintain or enhance daily functioning, and improve quality of life. Ultimately, I want you to gain a sense of independence and confidence in your ability to navigate life’s challenges, using the tools and insights you’ve developed in therapy.
Undertow
What is an Undertow:
An undertow is a seaward flow of water beneath the surface that occurs after waves break on the shore. It's a return current that compensates for the onshore movement of water brought in by the waves. While the term "undertow" is sometimes used interchangeably with "rip current" or "rip tide," an undertow is a more general term for the return flow, whereas rip currents are narrower, more localized, and potentially more dangerous currents.
Why I Chose “Undertow Rising”:
Do you ever feel like life is pulling you under, and no matter how hard you try, it’s difficult to stay afloat? I’m here to support you and guide you toward safety.
Maybe you’ve told yourself your problems “aren’t that bad” compared to others. But here’s the truth: whether you’re drowning in three feet of water or thirty, you’re still drowning—and you still deserve help.
Do you find yourself caught in chaotic cycles—both scared and strangely energized by them? Undertows can be terrifying but the adrenaline experienced after realizing you’re safe is addicting. I understand wanting to be in the cycle but knowing you need to get out.
Let’s schedule an intake and connect!