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My name is Dayna Russo (she/her), and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Arizona and New Hampshire, currently residing in New York. I hold a Master’s of Social Work from Florida State University and have over 15 years of experience in the field of social work. I work with individuals of all ages—adolescents, young adults and older adults—providing individual, family, and couples counseling. My areas of focus include trauma/PTSD, mood disorders (such as depression, bipolar disorder, DMDD), anxiety disorders (generalized, social, panic, phobias), body acceptance, weight inclusivity, sex positivity/kink/polyamory, and personality disorders.
My clinical approaches are grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Intuitive Eating (IE), and Health At Every Size (HAES). Together, we will explore past and present struggles, set achievable goals, identify patterns in mood and behavior, and develop healthier coping strategies, all while fostering a more compassionate view of yourself.
As a clinician, I bring my own experiences and understanding of struggle into my practice. Therapy is a judgment-free space, and I want you to know you're not alone. Our work together will center on your unique experience and perspective. While many people share similar concerns, each person’s journey is distinct, and I am committed to tailoring the therapeutic process to fit your needs and goals.
My aim is to support you in exploring the intersection of your identities, cultivating self-acceptance, and finding functional ways to navigate an ever-changing world. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward growth and healing.
Professional experience
10yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyTrauma, AbuseBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Body image, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
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She is amazing!!!!!
Written on Nov 10, 2022 after therapy with Dana for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Great Job Dayna! Keep up the great work with your signature smile to brighten everyone’s day!
Written on Aug 21, 2022 after therapy with Dana for 6 months on issues concerning depression, and trauma and abuse
Wonderful therapist
Written on May 02, 2022 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassio
Very kind and lovely to work with
Written on Apr 17, 2022 after therapy with Dana for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dayna is a caring and inclusive therapist. She shows understanding and insight of my issues.
Written on Apr 09, 2022 after therapy with Dana for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, and career difficulties
Even though it’s been a couple of days, I really enjoy Dayana, she’s super sweet and understanding, and is honest
Written on Jan 13, 2022 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief
Dayna has been helping me out of hard times for over two years now, she is the reason I love this app! When I am hard on myself she reminds me that I’m human, and that I’m growing. When I question myself she supports me, and helps me plant my feet back in the ground. I’m so glad I was matched with such a gentle and caring soul.
Written on Dec 17, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Dayna is awesome!! Always look forward to connecting with her when I have the money to pay for therapy.
Written on Dec 13, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and anger management
I still haven’t had the chance to speak to Dayna in the phone but we’ve been texting and she always responds in a timely manner and shows compassion and great understanding of the issues I want to work on. So far it’s been very helpful.
Written on Dec 11, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Dayna is a very helpful woman. I loved talking with her. She is insightful, funny, I feel as if she listens when I speak and gives advise when needed. She is easy to talk with because I feel like im speaking with someone thats caring and progressive. Definitely would recommend.!
Written on Oct 25, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is truly amazing!
Written on Oct 08, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
I just started with her & I already feel very comfortable; she is helping me figure out a lot! I appreciate her time & she is super knowledgeable very helpful!
Written on Oct 02, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I seriously can’t thank Dayna enough. Having a different point of view and known facts that she gives me seriously help me understand my situation better. I appreciate the safe space that she creates.
Written on Sep 17, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dayna is a wonderful counselor. Her guidance throughout our sessions has been really beneficial to my healing process. I'm grateful that Dayna is a counselor on this platform.
Written on Sep 16, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
10/10 great job
Written on Aug 23, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks
Dayna is wonderful at what they do. I know I can unload a lot at once and they always keep me focused and on task on what the root cause is. I really appreciate their expertise!
Written on Aug 18, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
I'm grateful for Dayna, my counselor. She's kind, considerate, knowledgeable, and funny. I like that she doesn't just listen to what I say, but also shares stories as well. In this time, when finding an in-person counselor is nearly impossible in some areas - I'm lucky I have her to go to!
Written on Aug 16, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and sleeping disorders
Dayna is so timely in her feedback, checks in as needed, lets me ramble, and is able to piece together what I'm trying to say into more meaningful questions or actions to help me stay focused and productive in managing my mental health.
Written on Jul 27, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dayna is amazing and I feel very lucky to have her as my counselor. She has helped me so much.
Written on Jun 24, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Dayna really helped me work through a traumatic time in my life. I felt a dramatic improvement in my mental state over a short period of time thanks to Dayna.
Written on Jun 17, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 4 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, and grief
I have been doing so much better with the therapy and guidance of Dayna Russo.
Written on May 13, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Danya has incredibly thoughtful responses. She allows me to feel heard and understood :)
Written on May 12, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Dayna is fantastic. While brand new and hard to open up about fears she doesn't push it and dances around ideas so it isn't unbearable for me to explain. She listens and responds well, asking questions of me that make me think and challenge me to open up. Again it is very brand new with counseling but it has been fantastic to have her!
Written on May 10, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks
Dayna has been enormously instrumental in helping to improve my anxiety since we started working together. She is kind and warm and really takes the time to listen to what I have to say. I am incredibly grateful for her help, and have no doubt that she as wonderful to everyone else she works with.
Written on Jan 08, 2021 after therapy with Dana for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I love having Dayna as my therapist! She is so attentive and she is a great listener. I always feel better after a session.
Written on Aug 27, 2020 after therapy with Dana for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and intimacy-related issues
Dayna is a wonderful listener and provides really helpful insights. I feel heard and seen by her and would recommend her to a friend.
Written on Jun 26, 2020 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
So far Dayna has been great! I've been with her for a few weeks and we're already diving into all the fun emotional stuff. She's been great about coming up with solutions or different paths for various problems!
Written on Jun 23, 2020 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
I’ve had Dayna for several months. Really appreciate the way she talks, makes me think and engages.
Written on May 27, 2020 after therapy with Dana for 7 months
Dayna is an incredible resource to sort out complicated feelings, thoughts, and situations. Her knowledge and insight have been extremely valued as it highlighted key factors. Dayna is professional and the most perfect match for me. Almost seems like a miracle. Deepest gratitude.
Written on May 26, 2020 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I’m grateful for Dayna and her insight. I am really hoping that our session can help me through these tough times.
Written on May 20, 2020 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and c
Dayna is amazing. She makes me feel welcomed to talk about anything and anyone with no judgement on what I say or what I've gone through.
Written on May 05, 2020 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, and self esteem
I am fairly new, but am so far very impressed with Dayna’s responses. I look forward to this journey, and am encouraged to take the process seriously. It helps to feel confident in your therapist, and Dayna is yet to disappoint.
Written on May 04, 2020 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Dayna is awesome and relatable and completely listens to you and points you in the right direction when you go off course, but in a non-judgmental and healthy way.
Written on Apr 29, 2020 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, anger management, and coping with life changes
Very insightful and timely responses to a time of deep distress with my relationship. She helped me ground myself in a big way and would definitely recommend her to others.
Written on Apr 29, 2020 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Dayna has done an amazing job at looking at all aspects of things I bring to her. I’m usually very introverted when it comes to my own personal issues, but Dayna has really made me feel comfortable to be open. I’m so thankful to have her as my counselor, she has been helping me on my version to become a better version of myself.
Written on Apr 10, 2020 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks
Clearly someone who knows what they are talking about.....
Written on Mar 23, 2020 after therapy with Dana for 2 months on issues concerning bipolar disorder
So far very impressed
Written on Jan 16, 2020 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dayna's understanding, empathy, and overall clinical skills far superceed any mental health counseling I've ever received. She is incredible at helping articulate your thoughts and providing very useful resources to get through the roadblocks outside of a session. Highly appreciated, highly recommended
Written on Dec 09, 2019 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Dayna is great, she listens and responds so quickly even on weekends. I’m very happy to have her as a counselor.
Written on Oct 07, 2019 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Dayna has helped me so much in just the first week with my situation. I'm definitely glad that I can rely on her to be there in my time of need.
Written on Sep 23, 2019 after therapy with Dana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Dayna is an amazing counselor! She's highly empathetic, understanding, relatable, and easy to talk to. She's responsive and knowledgeable. She considers the individual's unique needs instead of using a cookie-cutter approach. I would recommend her to anybody.
Written on Sep 16, 2019 after therapy with Dana for 6 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
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