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Online therapist

Danis Okang

Compassionate counseling for family and life concerns

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Credentials
LPC
Experience
20 years
Licensed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Danis

Danis Okang is a licensed professional counselor with 20 years of clinical experience. He helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, family problems, and self-esteem. He aims to create a respectful, sensitive space where clients can begin to talk about what matters most to them.

He focuses on practical conversations and clear goals. Sessions are guided by what each person brings, not by a one-size-fits-all plan.

Background and approach

Danis adjusts the way he talks and the tools he uses to fit a client's needs and situation. His approach draws from a range of therapies, including cognitive behavioral strategies and emotion-focused methods. That variety allows him to address patterns like panic, mood shifts, impulsivity, and difficulties with trust and attachment.

He also works with issues such as body image, isolation, and midlife transitions. Danis emphasizes collaboration in sessions. He listens for what is working and what is not, then suggests steps clients can try between meetings.

He encourages small, achievable changes that add up over time. He is licensed as an LPC in Pennsylvania and brings two decades of experience to each meeting. If a client wants to start, he supports them through the initial steps and tailors the plan as progress unfolds.

How specific approaches work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on clarifying values and taking small actions that align with those values. Online ACT sessions often involve identifying what matters most and practicing simple exercises to reduce avoidance and build meaningful routines.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors to change feelings. In video or phone sessions this looks like reviewing examples from daily life, testing new responses, and practicing skills between meetings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Danis will discuss options and help decide which methods fit a person's goals, preferences, and current situation. He treats the plan as flexible and adjusts it as progress is made.

Using online formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - lets people fit therapy into busy lives. These options provide more scheduling flexibility and make it easier to continue care when travel or family demands change. Licensed professionals can use the same tools and exercises online as they do in person, with adaptations for each format to keep sessions useful and focused.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, and self-esteem concerns. He also focuses on related areas like panic attacks, mood problems, and attachment struggles.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style is respectful and goal-oriented with an emphasis on practical steps. He tailors conversations and techniques to each person rather than using a fixed plan.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 20 years of professional work experience to his practice and has developed skills across several therapeutic approaches.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - holding the Pennsylvania LPC number PA LPC PC011486, and practices in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are sessions available in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What formats are used for sessions?
Sessions can be done by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.
How does payment and getting started work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

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Experience
20 years
Licensed
Pennsylvania
Languages
English

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