About Daniel
Daniel Zarate Lustre is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. He helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, trauma or abuse, grief, depression, sleep problems, low self-esteem, and compassion fatigue. He also supports concerns such as chronic illness, caregiver stress, communication problems, and life changes that feel overwhelming.
He approaches work by treating the person as the expert in their own life. Sessions focus on listening first, then finding practical steps that fit each person's routine.
How Daniel works
Daniel uses clear goals and small, measurable actions so progress feels real and manageable. His methods draw from client-centered therapy to keep the conversation focused on the client's experience. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot and change unhelpful thinking patterns.
Psychodynamic ideas are used when understanding past patterns helps explain current struggles. Daniel has eight years of experience in social work. He values straightforward talk and steady support.
He speaks English and Spanish, and adapts his tone so each person feels heard and understood. People who choose him often want a calm, practical approach that balances understanding with action. He encourages exploring what matters most and testing small changes.
He supports the work at whatever pace feels doable for the client.
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What Daniel works with
The areas below are the ones Daniel selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
Also listed
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Communication problems
- Compassion fatigue
- Control issues
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self esteem
- Self-love
- Sleeping disorders
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Training and background
| Register | LCSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 8 |
| Languages | English, Spanish |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | California |
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Online support options
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Daniel uses client-centered therapy to follow the client's lead, listen closely, and build goals from what matters most to the person. This approach helps when someone needs space to tell their story and be heard without a preset agenda.He also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify patterns of thinking that increase anxiety or low mood and to practice specific skills that change daily habits. CBT is useful for sleep problems, anxiety, and breaking cycles of unhelpful thoughts.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options and adjust methods based on a client's goals, history, and what feels most comfortable. Decisions are made together so the plan fits the client's life and pace.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation and nonverbal cues. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier to schedule during a break. Live chat and messaging are useful for brief check-ins, mood tracking, or when writing feels more natural. These formats help people keep therapy going even with busy schedules or limited travel time.
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