- Practical tools
- Values focused
- Mindfulness based
About Daphne
Daphne Santiful is a licensed clinical social worker with 32 years of experience helping people cope with stress, anxiety, parenting strain, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes. She focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Daphne emphasizes clear communication and rebuilding a sense of purpose when life feels overwhelming.
Her approach is warm and straightforward. She listens first, then works with each person to set realistic goals. Daphne uses tools that help people notice unhelpful thoughts, try new behaviors, and stay connected to their values. Sessions aim to make everyday life feel more manageable.
Her work often centers on family dynamics such as blended family issues, caregiver stress, and codependency. She also supports people facing commitment worries, infidelity, divorce and separation, and feelings of emptiness or isolation. Daphne helps people name patterns that cause pain and practice different ways of relating to themselves and others.
Daphne integrates several practical therapies into her work. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address thinking patterns, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and action, and mindfulness methods to reduce reactivity. Motivational Interviewing and client-centered listening guide the conversation and keep goals personal.
She brings cultural awareness to sessions and has experience supporting women, young adults, and multicultural communities. Daphne aims to help each person build resilience, stronger communication skills, and a clearer sense of self.
How Daphne’s approaches work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name what matters most and take small actions that match their values. It is often useful when someone feels stuck during major life transitions or midlife reassessment. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and low mood. This approach is practical and skill-based for everyday stress and depression. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes active listening and empathy so people can explore their feelings at their own pace and find their own solutions.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Daphne will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust them as progress is made.
Confirm the therapist's current session options before booking so you know which formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and enabling sessions during breaks from work or school. It also makes it simpler to maintain continuity when schedules shift, while keeping the focus on practical coping skills and real-life change.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
32+ years
Credentials
North Carolina, Connecticut
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Daphne help with?
Daphne supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, parenting strain, and coping with life changes. She also addresses codependency, blended family issues, caregiver stress, relationship conflict, and midlife concerns.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is warm and straightforward. She listens closely, sets practical goals with each person, and uses exercises people can practice between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 32 years of experience working in clinical settings and community care, bringing long-term practice to everyday concerns.
Where is Daphne licensed and based?
She holds LCSW credentials in North Carolina and Connecticut and is based in North Carolina.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Daphne?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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