Daenielle's Therapeutic Approach
“There is nothing more important to true growth than realizing that you are not the voice of the mind, you are the one who hears it.”
Michael A. Singer (The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself)


Designation
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Intern Therapist
Therapy Format
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Individual Therapy
Areas of Focus
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Anxiety
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Relationship / Attachment Issues
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​Bicultural Identity & Cultural Tension
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Belonging & Disconnection
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Identity & Self-Understanding
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Low Self-Esteem
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Guilt & Shame
Client Focus | Language
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Teens & Adults
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English
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Tagalog (listener)
$90 / hour
Daenielle approaches therapy with the belief that every person holds an inner capacity for healing, growth, and insight. She offers a thoughtful and non-judgmental space where clients can reflect on their experiences, explore their emotions, and feel genuinely heard. Her sessions are grounded in compassionate presence and guided by curiosity, allowing space for deeper awareness, meaning-making, and self-connection. With warmth and intention, Daenielle helps clients understand not only what hurts, but why it matters, and how they can begin to move forward with clarity and care.
With her own lived experience as an Asian immigrant, Daenielle brings a culturally sensitive lens to therapy. She is attuned to the challenges of navigating multiple cultural identities, intergenerational expectations, and the quiet ache of not fully fitting in. These complexities often touch on deeper questions of identity, belonging, and self-acceptance. Daenielle holds space for these nuanced experiences with care and understanding, supporting clients in untangling what they’ve been taught to believe about themselves, and helping them reconnect with who they truly are.
Daenielle focuses on building a trusting and collaborative relationship. She sees clients as the experts of their own lives and views therapy as a space for partnership and exploration. By asking meaningful and reflective questions, she supports clients in uncovering their own wisdom, strengths, and truths. Whether someone is struggling with self-worth, anxiety, identity-related challenges, or relationship patterns, Daenielle aims to empower them to reconnect with their values and move toward the kind of life they want to live.
Education
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M.A. Counselling Psychology (Candidate) - Yorkville University
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B.SC. Psychology & Sociology - University of Toronto
Experience
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Trained in trauma-informed practices with emphasis on cultural sensitivity and reflective practice
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Supported youth and adults through moments of emotional distress, crisis, and identity exploration at a mental health helpline.

Fun facts about Daenielle
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​Outside the therapy room, Daenielle weight lifts regularly, which she finds empowering both physically and mentally. It is one of the most powerful ways she stays grounded and connected to herself.
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Daenielle is an avid foodie, always on the lookout for aesthetic cafes and hidden local gems, especially those with great coffee and cozy vibes.
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She has a deep love for horror and comedy films, and believes that all forms of storytelling can offer insight into our fears, resilience, and humanity.
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A longtime Harry Potter fan and a passionate reader, she’s always adding to her reading list and enjoys discovering new genres, especially when recommended by clients or friends.