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Danielle Nelson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW (she, her)

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New Orleans, LA 70117
You’re not going crazy—you’re doing the best you can under crazy circumstances. If you’re reading this, you've already made the first step. You don’t have to have it all figured out. You don’t even have to know exactly what you need yet. You just have to show up. I offer compassionate, open-minded therapy in Louisiana and California, grounded in the belief that being able to say what’s really on your mind—without judgment—can bring relief and clarity. My goal is to understand the world from your perspective and work alongside you, as a team.
I want to help—and you don’t have to have the perfect words to get started. I work with people who are moving through all kinds of hard, complicated moments: recovering from trauma, navigating toxic or abusive relationships, feeling anxious or depressed, or simply feeling stuck and ready for something to shift. You don’t have to do any of this alone.
My role isn’t to judge or tell you what to do. It’s to listen, understand, and help you find your way back to yourself, at your own pace. I’ll meet you exactly where you are, with openness, curiosity, and support. If you’re ready, reach out by phone or email. I do my best to respond within 24 hours, and we can take it from there.
Call or Danielle Nelson now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 825-2414

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

New Orleans, LA 70117

(619) 825-2414

San Diego, CA 92102

My website
I provide client-centered teletherapy sessions in California and Louisiana. No need to leave the sofa- I'll meet you where you are.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Life Transitions and Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly 
$150 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (619) 825-2414
Photo of Danielle Nelson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

New Orleans, LA 70117

(619) 825-2414

San Diego, CA 92102

My website
I provide client-centered teletherapy sessions in California and Louisiana. No need to leave the sofa- I'll meet you where you are.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Life Transitions and Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly 
$150 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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While I don't accept insurance, I'm happy to provide documentation for clients claiming Out Of Network benefits.
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Danielle Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 825-2414
"
While I don't accept insurance, I'm happy to provide documentation for clients claiming Out Of Network benefits.
Photo of Danielle Nelson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Danielle Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 825-2414

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Louisiana / 18373 Danielle Nelson
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 13 years
  • Attended San Diego State University, Graduated 2013
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with San Diego Postpartum Health Alliance 2026
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and over a decade of clinical experience in private practice and healthcare settings. I currently hold licensure in both Louisiana and California.
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Danielle Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 825-2414
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and over a decade of clinical experience in private practice and healthcare settings. I currently hold licensure in both Louisiana and California.
Photo of Danielle Nelson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Danielle Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 825-2414

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Life Transitions
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Pregnancy Termination
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex Work
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Our first sessions are an opportunity for us to talk about what brings you in to therapy and for me to learn about your history and how it might relate to what's going on in your life right now. After that, we'll begin identifying goals and developing a plan together to help you start living the life you want. My job is to meet you where you are, listen empathically and reflect what I hear.
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Danielle Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 825-2414
"
Our first sessions are an opportunity for us to talk about what brings you in to therapy and for me to learn about your history and how it might relate to what's going on in your life right now. After that, we'll begin identifying goals and developing a plan together to help you start living the life you want. My job is to meet you where you are, listen empathically and reflect what I hear.
Photo of Danielle Nelson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Danielle Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 825-2414

Endorsement

Jessica Furland
Jessica Furland
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSWLCSW
I had a great experience working alongside Danielle and seeing her exceptional ability to connect with people in a powerful and meaningful way. Danielle is a thoughtful and highly skilled therapist.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Feminist
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Imago
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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Danielle Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (619) 825-2414
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Danielle Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (619) 825-2414

Location

Primary Location

New Orleans, LA 70117

(619) 825-2414

Additional Location

San Diego, CA 92102

(619) 825-2414
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I provide client-centered teletherapy sessions in California and Louisiana. No need to leave the sofa- I'll meet you where you are.
Photo of Danielle Nelson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Danielle Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 825-2414
"
I provide client-centered teletherapy sessions in California and Louisiana. No need to leave the sofa- I'll meet you where you are.
Photo of Danielle Nelson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Danielle Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 825-2414