Danielle (Danni) Helms, LPC, LCMHC - Therapist in South Carolina

About Danielle

Danielle (Danni) Helms is a licensed professional counselor who helps parents and individuals facing stress, anxiety, depression, and challenges around parenting and family life. She works with concerns such as addictions, trauma, grief, eating issues, anger, self esteem, and ADHD. Danni speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps to make life more manageable.

Danni earned licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC and as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - LCMHC.

Background and approach

She has nine years of experience working with clients across a range of concerns. She draws on several evidence-based approaches to craft a plan that fits the person in front of her rather than a one-size-fits-all protocol. In sessions she centers the person's experience and priorities.

Danni uses client-centered techniques to listen closely and validate what matters most. She also adds skills from cognitive behavioral therapy to address unhelpful thinking and patterns. When emotional regulation is needed she brings in techniques from dialectical behavior therapy to teach practical coping skills.

Motivational interviewing helps when someone is stuck or unsure about making changes. Mindfulness practices are used to ground attention and reduce reactivity. Her style is warm, respectful, and direct.

She helps people set realistic goals and practice new habits between sessions. Parents looking for support with family or parenting challenges will find a therapist who aims to empower steady, manageable change.

Practical approaches for online support

Client-centered work means conversations focus on the client's priorities and experiences. The therapist listens carefully, reflects what she hears, and helps the client clarify goals and next steps; this is useful for parents who need straightforward guidance and validation.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors link to emotions. Danni uses CBT tools to help identify unhelpful thinking and to practice new responses, which can reduce anxiety, depression, and stress related to family responsibilities.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers concrete skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and better communication. These skills are helpful when strong emotions, anger, or relationship conflicts interfere with daily life.

Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust plans over time based on what helps. Clients are invited to share preferences so treatment matches their needs.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around family life and work. The different formats also let people choose how they feel most comfortable talking and practicing new skills.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Concrete skills for riding out strong emotion, tolerating distress, and handling relationships without things escalating. The skills are practised in daily life, so between-session support by message or phone fits naturally.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Danni focus on?

She works with issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, anger, parenting and family problems, eating issues, grief, and ADHD along with related concerns like codependency and guilt.

What is her general therapy style?

Danni uses a compassionate, straightforward approach that centers the client's needs. She combines listening with practical strategies and goal setting.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has nine years of professional experience working with children through adults across a range of concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she licensed?

She holds LPC and LCMHC credentials and is licensed in South Carolina and North Carolina. License numbers include SC LPC 7326 and NC LCMHC 12693.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Anger management

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 9 years
Licensed: South Carolina, North Carolina
Languages: English

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