Danielle Acker-Adams, LMSW

Danielle Acker-Adams, LMSW

Psychotherapist
420 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
5.00
“Danielle gave me great insight of our very first session-which made me look forward to the next session & continues to motivate me to work hard in therapy. Danielle is warm, compassionate, and very participatory. I never feel like I'm just talking to myself. My life has improved with therapy. I highly recommend her!”
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Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“Danielle gave me great insight of our very first session-which made me look forward to the next session & continues to motivate me to work hard in therapy. Danielle is warm, compassionate, and very participatory. I never feel like I'm just talking to myself. My life has improved with therapy. I highly recommend her!”
AALess than 3 months ago
“I can’t say enough good things about my experience with Danielle. I started working with her during a really challenging time in my life, and she created a space where I felt genuinely heard, understood, and supported. Danielle helped me work through some personal issues in a way that felt manageable and empowering, not overwhelming. I always left our sessions feeling a little lighter and with more clarity than when I walked in. If you’re looking for someone who is compassionate, insightful, and truly cares, I would absolutely recommend her.”
ASLess than 3 months ago

About Danielle Acker-Adams

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues
Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
Relationship Counseling
Anxiety
Peer Relationship Struggles
Self Esteem Issues
Family Issues
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Families

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Attachment-based
Compassion Focused
Coaching
Emotionally Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Danielle Acker-Adams

I am a Licensed Master Social Worker providing individual psychotherapy to adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I specialize in working with teens and individuals recovering from relationship trauma, including emotional abuse, manipulation, and unhealthy relationship patterns. Adolescence can be an overwhelming stage of life filled with emotional changes, social pressure, and identity development. I provide a supportive space where teens can talk openly about challenges such as anxiety, depression, peer relationships, family conflict, and self-esteem, while building healthy coping skills and confidence. I also work with adults healing from emotionally harmful relationships and relationship trauma, including those navigating divorce or the end of significant partnerships. Many clients come to therapy feeling confused, questioning themselves, or struggling to trust again. Therapy can help rebuild self-trust, strengthen boundaries, and develop healthier relationship patterns moving forward. My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented, with a strong strengths-based focus. I work with clients to identify meaningful goals, build practical coping strategies, and develop the tools needed to move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and emotional well-being.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Working with me is a collaborative process. We start with where you are right now—your experiences, your goals, and what feels most important to you. I aim to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can move at a pace that feels comfortable, while also working together toward meaningful and practical changes in your life.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

We start where you are and move at a pace that feels comfortable for you. Building a strong therapeutic relationship is important to me, so our sessions often feel like a genuine conversation where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. My role is to listen, ask thoughtful questions, and partner with you in identifying goals and strategies that support your growth. As we work together, we’ll check in about what’s helpful and adjust along the way so the process continues to meet your needs.

In-network insurances

Danielle Acker-Adams, LMSW is not in-network with any insurances

It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more

Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $160 for 45 minutes
Ongoing session: $135-160 for 45 minutes
  • Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay

More information on payments and coverage

Individual sessions with Associate Therapists $135-175 Couples Sessions with Associate Therapists $160-210 ***While we are not in network with any insurance companies, we do assist you with getting reimbursement for your out of network benefits. Our office staff will help get you all of the necessary information that you need from us in a compiled "Superbill" to make you getting your reimbursement as easy as possible. We will also speak to the insurance company to confirm information when necessary. You can submit this Superbill for reimbursement with any major insurance company where your out of network benefits apply. Typically clients are reimbursed anywhere from 30% to 80% of the sessions cost once their deductible is met. For more information, please inquire with the practice administrator.

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Young Adult Issues
Agoraphobia
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Office location

Danielle Acker-Adams, LMSW also offers online video visits for patients
Confident Minds Psychotherapy and Coaching
420 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10170

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • New York University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1306793948

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Danielle makes therapy feel very comfortable. She is supportive, insightful and intuitive. I highly recommend Danielle.
Great experience- danielle is kind, understanding and very easy to talk to!
What kind and compassionate professionals. I highly recommend.
Danielle is so easy to talk too. I highly recommend her.
I highly recommend Danielle
Danielle gave me great insight of our very first session-which made me look forward to the next session & continues to motivate me to work hard in therapy. Danielle is warm, compassionate, and very participatory. I never feel like I'm just talking to myself. My life has improved with therapy. I highly recommend her!
I can’t say enough good things about my experience with Danielle. I started working with her during a really challenging time in my life, and she created a space where I felt genuinely heard, understood, and supported. Danielle helped me work through some personal issues in a way that felt manageable and empowering, not overwhelming. I always left our sessions feeling a little lighter and with more clarity than when I walked in. If you’re looking for someone who is compassionate, insightful, and truly cares, I would absolutely recommend her.
I had a great first session with Danielle. She made me feel comfortable and I’m confident that she will be able to get through my issues.
I had a great session. I'm very comfortable with Danielle and an confident the she is definitely the therapist that will get through my issues.
I’m a young adult and was nervous to start therapy. Danielle was warm and inviting and made me feel comfortable and supported. I feel better after every session.
From our very first session together, Danielle made me feel incredibly comfortable with her warmth and genuineness. She has the perfect balance of being supportive while also gently challenging me that has helped me grow more than I ever expected. I would highly recommend Danielle to anyone looking for a therapist!
After just a few sessions, I’ve gained helpful tools to manage stress and improve my mindset. Danielle is great and I highly recommend.
I came in struggling with anxiety and mood swings, and I’ve already noticed improvement. She provided practical tools and genuinely cares about my progress. Highly recommend.
My teenager actually wants to go to sessions, which says everything. Danielle is easy to talk to, patient, and really knows how to work with adolescents.
Danielle was wonderful from beginning to end. She made me feel comfortable, was very communicative and I look forward to my sessions with her each week. Could not recommend more
I had a really positive experience with Danielle. From the first session, I felt genuinely heard and understood. She created a comfortable, judgment-free space that made it easy to open up. I left feeling clearer and more grounded than I came in. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a thoughtful, skilled therapist.
I believe the visit went very well, Danielle and I were both engaged during the appointment and the conversation felt productive. During the session, I discussed the obstacles I had with public speaking she (Danielle) was very attentive and supportive, during appointment. She helped me openly discuss my fear of speaking in front of people and worked with me to create a plan to start addressing it. I felt comfortable during the session and left with helpful steps to work on.
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What are common reasons for patients to see Danielle Acker-Adams?

Danielle Acker-Adams frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Danielle Acker-Adams on their profile.

What languages does Danielle Acker-Adams speak?

Danielle Acker-Adams speaks English.

How do patients rate Danielle Acker-Adams in reviews?

18 patients have reviewed Danielle Acker-Adams. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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