Daniel MacCombie, LMHC, LPC
Practical support for life transitions
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- Midlife clarity
- Relationship skills
- Parenting support
About Daniel
He focuses on practical relationship skills and clearer communication. Clients often work on parenting challenges, career transitions, and figuring out what matters next during midlife shifts. He also supports people dealing with family-of-origin issues, fatherhood concerns, and caregiver stress.
Daniel works with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including people exploring non-traditional relationships and alternative sexual cultures. He says the therapy room should feel nonjudgmental and affirming, and he centers each person’s identity and lived experience in the work.
His style is collaborative and direct. Sessions emphasize listening, reflection, and realistic steps clients can try between meetings. Daniel aims to help people gain clarity, build resilience, and make practical changes that fit day-to-day life.
He offers services in English and Spanish and practices in New York. People who want to begin can expect a straightforward intake process and a focus on meeting goals that matter to them.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
New Jersey, New York, Colorado
Languages
English, Spanish
How therapeutic methods translate to online work
Daniel uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change and clearer thinking. One approach emphasizes skills for managing anxiety and stress through breathing, grounding, and structured problem-solving. This helps people reduce overwhelming feelings and regain control over daily routines.Another approach centers on improving communication and relationship patterns by identifying unhelpful habits and practicing new ways to express needs. This can help with parenting routines, blended family concerns, and commitment issues by creating small, repeatable behavior changes.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and how a method fits the client’s needs. Together they try strategies and adjust the plan based on what helps in real life.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten check-ins when time is limited, or avoid travel for appointments. Licensed professionals can work with you to shape sessions that match your schedule and practical needs.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting and career shifts, plus midlife transitions and identity questions.
What is his therapeutic style?
His approach is collaborative and direct, focusing on listening, reflection, and practical steps to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of experience working with clients on depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship patterns.
Where is he licensed and based?
He holds the credentials LMHC and LPC and practices in New York.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not currently accept international clients.
How are sessions paid for and billed?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.