Daniel Goldman, Ph.D.
(pronouns: he / him / his)

I became a psychologist because I understood from an early age that everyone experiences suffering, regardless of their circumstances. While clinical psychology has traditionally focused on diagnosing and treating mental illness, I’ve chosen a different path. My philosophy is that psychotherapy can — and should — be used to promote mental health for everyone, not just those with mental illness or those in crisis.

Most of the individuals I work with are high functioning and often not experiencing mental illness. They come to therapy because they want to be happier and more fulfilled, less burdened by past experiences or current stress, more successful in their relationships and careers, and better equipped to handle life’s inevitable challenges. I believe that effective therapy treats the person, not just the problem — and it starts with a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment. I offer individualized treatment tailored to your unique needs and goals.

In keeping with this emphasis on cultivating mental health, my graduate work focused on the emerging field of positive psychology. Positive psychology explores the innate human capacity to grow, heal, and thrive — not just recover. As a student, I conducted research, published papers, and presented at academic and professional conferences on topics like mindfulness meditation and forgiveness.

Over the course of my career, I’ve developed a deeper understanding of both my strengths and limitations. I’ve come to recognize how my own background shapes the way I view the world, and I continue to explore my biases, insecurities, and blind spots. I know which types of problems I’m best equipped to help with — and I’m honest when something falls outside of my expertise. If I’m not the right therapist for you, I will do my best to help you find someone who is.

Beyond all of that, I’m a lot like you. I face problems in my own life that I don’t know how to solve. I struggle with change. I don’t always believe in myself. I feel anxiety down to my bones. I have been hurt in relationships and I too have hurt the people I care about most. I have felt deep pain no one else could see or understand. I know shame intimately. I have been in therapy myself, know how scary it can be to ask for help, and know how difficult it can be to find the right person to place your trust in.

My impact on this world is small but can still make a difference. In the end, I hope to leave the world a little better than I found it.