Daffaney Burnside, LCSW — Therapist in Illinois

Hi there, I'm Daffaney!

I'm passionate about supporting people in their journey to create a healthier version of themselves. Therapy is a collaborative process where small changes can bring life-altering results.

My focus

I specialize in helping individuals manage anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationship challenges, divorce, parenting struggles, and stressors within work or school environments.

My approach

I use effective methods to help you develop self-understanding and adopt new attitudes toward life situations. Therapy requires participation and investment, but addressing self-defeating behaviors and coping with stress, sadness, fear, and pain can transform your life.

My communication style

My style is warm and interactive. I meet you where you are using approaches that fit your needs, including client-centered therapy, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness practices.

My journey to mental healthcare

I've always wanted to help people grow and find happiness. Life brings inevitable struggles and situational traumas we must face. My goal is to assist you in your journey to self-actualization and help you identify your purpose.

My goals for you

My approach is client-centered, meeting you exactly where you are in your healing process.

Our first session

Initial sessions include information gathering, goal planning, and rapport building. We'll also explore your expectations for our work together.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

+ 2 more

Focus populations

Racial Justice

Single Mother

+ 2 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors
Preteens

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter

+ 42 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Aurora University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Daffaney Burnside