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Daniel Laluna

Calm, relational, evidence-focused care

About Daniel

Daniel Laluna is a licensed clinical psychologist (IL Psychologist 071009488) with 13 years of practice who blends evidence-based techniques with attention to attachment and relationship dynamics.

Background and approach

He tailors interventions to each persons needs, drawing on play, expressive arts, and insight-oriented methods where helpful to address stress, anxiety, grief, sleep problems, self-esteem concerns, and ADHD.

His training includes a BA from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a PsyD from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology with a concentration in child and adolescent mental health. Across a range of presenting issues Daniel works to create treatment plans that reflect the clients goals and circumstances, integrating creative approaches alongside more traditional therapeutic work.

His additional focus areas include abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment issues, autism and Asperger Syndrome, avoidant personality patterns, blended family concerns, body image, cancer-related adjustment, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, commitment and communication difficulties, and co-morbidity. He practices in Illinois and conducts sessions in English, adapting format and techniques to fit what each client needs.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Remote Care

Daniel integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques alongside creative modalities to address a range of concerns. For example, insight-oriented therapy helps clients explore patterns in relationships and how early attachment experiences influence current feelings and behavior; this approach can be useful for addressing low self-esteem, abandonment concerns, and communication problems. He also incorporates expressive arts and play-based methods to access emotions and build coping skills through creative expression, which can be especially helpful when grief, stress, or adjustment to chronic illness make verbal processing difficult.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to identify goals, preferences, and practical needs, and then tailors techniques accordingly so that treatment feels like a shared effort rather than a fixed prescription.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for fitting sessions into busy schedules and for accessing care from different locations within Illinois. These formats allow licensed professionals to adapt interventions for remote work, making it easier to maintain continuity of care while using methods that suit the individuals needs and daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Daniel commonly address?
He works with issues such as stress, anxiety, grief, sleep difficulties, self-esteem challenges, and ADHD, along with a broad set of related concerns like attachment, body image, chronic illness, and communication problems.
What is Daniels therapeutic style?
His approach combines evidence-based techniques with attention to attachment and relationships, incorporating play, expressive arts, and insight-oriented work when appropriate.
How long has he been practicing?
Daniel brings 13 years of clinical experience to his practice, applying that background across a variety of mental health concerns and treatment approaches.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He is a licensed psychologist in Illinois, credential IL Psychologist 071009488, and maintains his practice in that state.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English, and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Daniel offers multiple formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are required to begin therapy?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapists availability.