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Daniel Villarreal, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Daniel is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Daniel. View 59 reviews
Speaks English and Spanish
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Wisconsin

Recent reviews

Daniel is my therapist, confidant and really good pal…makes life a little easier…

Aug 2024

Amazing to work with. Very personable and understanding.

May 2024

More about Daniel

  • 32 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

I am a Wisconsin Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 33 years of experience working as a Counselor. I work with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.

My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I over33 years of Counseling Experience. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psycho-dynamic and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Depression LGBT Trauma and abuse Grief Parenting issues Anger management Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and Foster Care Aging and Geriatric Issues Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Blended Family Issues Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment Issues Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Domestic Violence Drug and Alcohol Addiction Emptiness Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Fertility Issues First Responder Issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and End of Life Counseling Immigration Issues Impulsivity Infidelity Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Military and Veterans Issues Mood disorders Multicultural Concerns Obsessions Compulsions and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships Postpartum Depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and Discrimination Process addiction (porn exercise gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-Harm Self-love Sex Addiction Sexual Assault and Abuse Sexual Dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Daniel Villarreal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053516013.

  • LCSW · Wisconsin · 7251-123 · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions. Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Daniel Villarreal

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

59 reviews

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Daniel is my therapist, confidant and really good pal…makes life a little easier…

Aug 2024

Amazing to work with. Very personable and understanding.

May 2024

Very understanding and respectful.

Jan 2024

It is hard to give a thorough review this early in the counseling relationship, however Daniel listens carefully to my concerns and offers informed feedback from his experience and education. He also is able to tie some of these things to scripture and prays for me. Praying for me is something I really value in him as a counselor. Getting to know him and how he relates to God is part of the counseling relationship I find very encouraging and helpful.

Apr 2021

Daniel has helped me so much and I am grateful. I have confidence in his advice and feel very comfortable to talk to him.

Oct 2020

Very thankful for him! Helpful

Jun 2020

Friendly and respectful. Was able to help me see some things that I didn't pick up on in working on myself in the first couple sessions.

Sep 2023

Daniel helps me gain perspective with my surmounting challenges...and even adds a splash of optimism and humor...

Jul 2023

I’m happy I made the decision to go to therapy it's really helping and I'm glad I got paired with a great therapist Daniel Villarreal is super awesome.

Feb 2023

Thank you

Feb 2023

Daniel is a great therapist. He is very upfront and easily to communicate with. He has really made me see the value in my wife and in my marriage. He also has helped me to realize some areas that I need to improve in so that the trust and faith is restored in my marriage in. Thank you Daniel for you help and your expertise.

Feb 2023

Awesome therapist. I love Brother Daniel!!

Apr 2023

Daniel seems like he has a lot of experience and has a lot of good insight to offer.

Feb 2023

Love my brother.

Jan 2023

Daniel a bright spot in tough times

Jan 2023

Dan really helped me let out some frustrations with my current situation and gave me support whenever I needed it! He has been helpful in helping me understand my feelings an is focused on helping me move forward with a solid positive plan

Jan 2023

One of the best therapist I ever had! Really cares and explains everything in detail

Jan 2023

Daniel was great in listening and understanding and provided sound practical advice on how to handle the situation I was going through and brings in-depth knowledge on cultural aspects when talking about relationships.

Dec 2022

Daniel is a great mentor and professional! He points things to consider and manage according to your way of thinking/perspective, past history, culture. Very great mind and insightful!

Nov 2022

This is my first time ever in therapy, everything is new, but Daniel makes me feel good.

Nov 2022

Excellent experience

Nov 2022

I’m very satisfied with my therapy thanks very much I’m consider continue work with him soon thanks

Oct 2022

Knowledgeable and very good at understanding.

Sep 2022

Only had one session with Daniel, but it was great! I have high hopes he will help me along in the future!

Sep 2022

I’ve had 4 therapist now and by far Daniel has been the best I’ve ever dealt with. He has great experience and compassion that is refreshing and unmatched. He helps me and many others achieve their ultimate goal as being mentally well.

Sep 2022

Try good listener and great advice/perspectives. He is really making me think differently and this is only the third session I have had him.

Sep 2022

I was hesitant having a male therapist because I usually feel more comfortable confiding in women, but even during my first session with Daniel, I felt really comfortable talking to him and it felt like I was talking to an old friend. Daniel is very kind and understanding and he provides very helpful advice and tips and tricks that I can use to help me in day to day life. If you are looking for a therapist that is kind, understanding, warm, and helpful, I would definitely recommend Daniel!

Aug 2022

Daniel is kind and empathetic. He draws on a wealth of life and clinical experience and has quick and slow-burning insight into daily and long-standing problems. I would definitely recommend him.

M.A.·Jun 2022

Daniel identify my issue very quickly without me directly pointing it out. He hss been very supportive and I am greatful.

C.H.·Jun 2022

Daniel has given us some great direction and advise. It's nice to talk to someone who has great knowledge and understanding.

M.I.·May 2022

Daniel is a great listener and offers insight at good moments. I've enjoyed my video chats with him, as he creates a calm and inviting space to open up. I've appreciated the comments and advice I've received so far and strongly believe this process works.

N.I.·May 2022

I've only met with Daniel but I was was very happy with our first time.

M.A.·May 2022

Daniel is excellent! He is encouraging, listens extremely well, and guides one with the expertise of a professional and the care of a good friend. He opened my mind to so many underlying mechanisms and imperceptibly made me ask why. I was in doubt and confusion when I first spoke with him and now feel as good as I have ever felt in my life. I am thriving. That this is the case I can largely attribute to the conversations I had with Daniel. Would recommend 10/10 and will most definitely use him in the future if the need arises. Thank you Daniel!

G.J.·Mar 2022

Daniel is extremely attentive, accessible, thorough, and understanding. He has no problem "getting" you, or understanding the most complex of circumstances presented to him. He helped me regain my confidence in many ways. I look forward to receiving therapy from him in the future.

A.S.·Feb 2022

Daniel gave me great advice with my son that has some autistic tendencies/aspergers tendencies. He is great at listening and letting you get it all out and responding appropriately. He gave me the confidence to change perspectives a lot and look at my problems from different points of view. He challenged me in a good way to figure out how to solve my issues with different methods and gave me some confidence again.

J.O.·Feb 2022

Dr. Villarreal understands things and communicates without saying too much. He confirms and affirms without patronising. My sessions leave me feeling relieved and refreshed and Û have noticed a subtle change in my behaviour. I can get further with less effort, and tackle new issues without having to constantly rehash old stuff. Its great, and can only get better.

G.J.·Jan 2022

I value having daniel’s support and ear…

M.I.·Dec 2021

Daniel has helped me deal with a complicated loss and has given me encouragement as I keep moving towards healing.

T.H.·Dec 2021

Danielle, was great. I immediately felt comfortable talking with him and he did everything he could to help with action items that could have an impact right away. I am looking forward to working with him in the future.

N.I.·Nov 2021

Daniel is an awesome person to work with. He actively listens to my thoughts while providing positive feedback. His guidance allows me to work through things in a healthy manner.

T.A.·Oct 2021

Daniel is very helpful and very understanding

A.S.·Oct 2021

I’ve just had my first session with Daniel Villarreal. I felt very comfortable talking about what I’m dealing with right now, my concerns, and what I need help with. I have confidence that we’ve laid a good foundation, and that he’ll be able to help me cope better.

K.A.·Sep 2021

Great counselor, understands the Spanish background very well. Very calming to talk to. Seems as if you’re calling an old friend… one with great advice.

N.I.·Aug 2021

sympathetic, kind, good listener...solid advice

M.I.·Aug 2021

Daniel is great! He instantly makes you feel comfortable and at ease with his jolly yet calming personality. He structures our meetings in a goal-oriented and flexible way, which I really appreciate. This is my first experience with counseling and I can already feel a positive change in my outlook in the first three sessions with him. I highly recommend Daniel for his services and insights.

A.L.·Jun 2021

Having Daniel for my first ever counseling experience was pretty perfect. He is very patient and listens intently, great chat and great stories. Really really appreciated him at this time.

H.A.·May 2021

I have been working with Daniel for almost a year. He listens attentively and with compassion. He is very supportive and he always provides a good advice. I feel more at peace with myself and that I did the best I could for my circumstances.

B.O.·Apr 2021

Daniel is a very knowledgeable, warm, and considerate person, and it makes him a great therapist. He listens and responds well in myriad session types, whether confronting a specific issue directly (ie, a particular symptom or issue related to trauma/dysfunction/disorders) or discussing more general things (life events, general mood, etc). When I ask for tools and strategies for processing things and working on symptoms of my disorder outside of live therapy sessions, Daniel always has ideas and they tend to be highly effective and helpful. The therapist matching on betterhelp worked really well- I think Daniel and I have a lot in common, from a shared drive for knowledge and analytic thinking to general compassion for others and the world. I came to betterhelp to address specific issues, and Daniel has been fantastic at helping me work on them.

O.L.·Feb 2021

Daniel is a very soft-spoken, intelligent, and understanding individual. He helps you talk through your issues in a very natural and pleasant way. I had sessions with him where it just felt like we were chatting over a coffee, but the conversations would stick with me throughout my days and he really helped me get to a better and more confident mind-space.

A.L.·Jan 2021

Daniel is doing a great job and has been helpful as a counsellor in many personally difficult and emotionally hard matters would love to keep him as my counsellor

A.N.·Dec 2020

Daniel is amazing. He ticks every box when it comes to what I look for in a counselor. Hes open and honest and guides me in a way that matches my personality. He will even check in on me on his own time. 10/10.

L.E.·Oct 2020

I have only had one counseling session with Daniel, but I was very impressed and found our conversation extremely helpful.

R.O.·Oct 2020

Daniel is very easy to talk to and makes the conversation flow nicely, I appreciate his views and his positive outlook and feel comfortable during all out conversations

C.A.·Oct 2020

Daniel was so helpful and compassionate. From the very first conversation I felt like I could open up and he was very helpful with helping me cope.

J.E.·Aug 2020

Daniel was very easy to talk to from the opening meeting. I was able to express myself with honesty and felt comfortable to do so. His advice and guidance has been enormously helpful to me. I highly recommend Daniel and Better Help as a service in general. It has given me a base of support that I never had in the past.

J.A.·Aug 2020

What an absolutely amazing first experience with Better Help. Daniel strikes the balance between active listening and thoughtful feedback that only a profesional of his experience could pull off. I feel lighter after our sessions and know I’ve found a therapist I can stick with.

L.A.·Jul 2020

I love him. He is so helpful and insightful.

E.L.·Jun 2020

I've never met a counselor who understood me right away. Daniel is very experienced, thoughtful, and compassionate. He is able to help me sort out my thoughts inorder to make better decisions. Thank you Daniel for your professionalism and expertise!

M.A.·Apr 2020

Daniel is very experienced and articulate. Working with him has helped a lot.

A.V.·Mar 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Daniel Villarreal offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Daniel Villarreal works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Daniel Villarreal speak?

Daniel Villarreal speaks English and Spanish.

How many years of experience does Daniel Villarreal have?

Daniel Villarreal has 32 years of experience.

Where is Daniel Villarreal licensed to practice?

Daniel Villarreal is licensed to practice in Wisconsin.

Does Daniel Villarreal accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Daniel Villarreal accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Daniel Villarreal offer?

Daniel Villarreal offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Daniel Villarreal?

Daniel Villarreal can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Daniel Villarreal?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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