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Daniel Banaitis

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Daniel Banaitis, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in CA More info Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, LMFTs, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

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Hi there, I'm Daniel!

My name is Dan Banaitis, LMFT specializing in the treatment of anxiety and depression as well as treating adolescents and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I also work with couples, families and provide pre-marital counseling.

My approach

I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to treat individuals, couples, and families having difficulty coping with the stress and anxiety of adjusting to difficult changes in life.

My focus

I work with anxious and depressed clients that are highly motivated to make positive changes in their lives by engaging fully in the therapeutic process. I work with adult clients with ASD experiencing challenges with the social and emotional aspects of life. I am also pursuing certification as a Sex Addiction Specialist (CSAT) and can help clients suffering from sexual addictions.

My communication style

I work at the client's pace and encourage very open communication in the safe space of the therapeutic office. When you work with me you feel like you are speaking with a good friend or family member that has your best interests at heart.

My journey to mental healthcare

I can make real positive changes in the lives of people by using a scalpel or prescribing medication.

My goals for you

I base goals on clients' values and what has the most meaning for them in life. I encourage small steps each day. I ask them to only focus on the problems of today and let tomorrow's problems be dealt with tomorrow.

My first session with you

The first session with me is a get-to-know-you rapport-building session. I want the client to feel fully heard and understood before moving into the treatment phase.

About Daniel

Specialities

  • Adolescents/Teens
  • Anxiety
  • Career Counseling
  • Children
  • Child Abuse or Neglect
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Job Stress
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues

Methods

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Adlerian
  • Attachment-based
  • Christian Counseling
  • Client Centered Therapy
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Couples Therapy
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused

Practice

License

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) More info Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, LMFTs, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MA, Blue Shield of CA, Carelon, Cigna, Decent, Kaiser Permanente (Southern Ca), MHN, Optum, and Tricare West

Languages spoken

  • English

Education

  • MA, Pepperdine University

Session Information

  • Video session
  • 60 minutes

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