Danelle Locklear, LCSW

Danelle Locklear is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in North Carolina who helps people facing midlife changes, stress, anxiety, addiction, and relationship strain. She focuses on strengths and practical steps so clients can move past obstacles and reconnect with what matters. Short, direct sessions aim to clarify goals and build doable habits that fit everyday life.

Her approach centers on the person rather than labels. Danelle draws on client-centered ways of working to listen, reflect, and help clients set personal goals. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing tools when helpful to challenge unhelpful thinking and support lasting change.

Before moving into clinical practice, she spent many years providing school-based social work and substance use services. That background shaped a practical style that values clear plans and small, measurable steps. She has five years of clinical practice experience under her LCSW credential.

Sessions typically focus on immediate concerns like sleep, mood, coping with life changes, or substance use, and on longer-term issues such as identity, purpose, and relationships during midlife. Danelle tailors strategies to each person’s situation and priorities rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan.

People seeking her help can expect straightforward feedback, guidance on tools to try between sessions, and support tracking progress. She encourages clients to set short-term goals and adjust plans as they learn what works best for them.

How her approaches translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person's values and goals. In practice this means sessions start with what matters to the client and build a plan around their strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches practical skills to change them. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and coping with life changes.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will work with the client to decide which techniques fit their goals and preferences. That may mean starting with client-centered listening, then adding CBT exercises or motivational strategies as needed. Choices are revisited regularly so the plan stays useful and realistic.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online therapy can help fit care into a busy life by reducing travel time and making it easier to attend during a work break or between errands. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed and may make it simpler to try therapeutic tools in the context of daily routines.