- Family of origin issues
- Attachment-based work
- CBT and client-centered
About Daniel
Daniel Bierma is an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) practicing in Michigan with seven years of formal experience as a therapist. He works with adults coping with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, parenting questions, and family of origin issues. His background also includes work around grief, addiction, ADHD, and trauma-related concerns.
Bierma draws on decades of earlier work in schools, hospice, and community organizations. That history shapes how he listens and responds. He pays attention to how childhood roles and family patterns still affect present choices and relationships.
In sessions he focuses on clear goals and practical steps. He listens closely, reflects what he hears, and helps people notice small changes they can try between meetings. He uses talk, questions, and simple exercises to shift thinking and behavior when that helps.
His therapeutic approaches include attachment-based work, client-centered methods, and cognitive behavioral tools. Those approaches guide how he looks at relationship patterns, emotional responses, and everyday habits that keep problems repeating.
Bierma emphasizes collaboration: clients and he map what needs attention and pick methods that fit the client’s life. He has experience working with parents, school staff, foster care contexts, and community leaders, and brings that practical perspective into therapy.
People who choose him should expect straightforward conversations about what is getting in the way and what can be tried next. To begin, he asks that prospective clients use the site’s matching process to schedule an initial session.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Attachment-based work looks at patterns in early relationships and how those patterns show up now. It helps when people notice recurring roles, closeness or distance, and how those patterns affect current partnerships or parenting. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client's priorities. It is useful for clarifying goals and making space to speak without direction from the therapist. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down thoughts, feelings, and behaviors into manageable pieces. It offers practical techniques for anxiety, sleep problems, anger, and low mood.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. This means trying options, checking what helps, and adjusting over time rather than assuming one way will be best from the start.
Session formats and scheduling should be confirmed before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by reducing travel time or allowing shorter check-ins during a work break. It can also let people choose arrangements that match their bandwidth or comfort with being on camera. Confirm current session options on the booking page before arranging the first appointment.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, addictions, grief, ADHD, and family of origin issues among other topics.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He listens and helps people set clear goals. Sessions focus on observation, practical steps, and noticing small changes between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He holds seven years of experience as a therapist and prior decades working in schools, hospice, and community settings that inform his work.
What credential and location does he hold?
He is an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, practicing in Michigan.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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