Meet Dani — Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Let Me Introduce Myself
My name is Dani Marianacci (they/them), a queer and trans Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) providing trauma informed, gender-affirming, evidence-based therapy. I offer flexible therapy options: HIPAA-compliant Telehealth sessions in CA and CO and in-person sessions for Los Angeles clients.
I earned my B.S. in Psychology from Coastal Carolina (2017) and my MSW from the University of Southern California (2021). Since graduating, I’ve worked in diverse mental health settings—including crisis intervention, PHP/IOP programs, and outpatient care—which have been essential to my clinical growth and expertise.
Therapy for Teens and Young Adults
I am passionate about supporting teens and young adults make sense of their emotions, challenges, and identities. I also work with neurodivergent clients who are learning to navigate life in ways that honor how their minds work. Together, we explore what’s getting in the way—whether it’s burnout, self-doubt, or feeling misunderstood—and find ways to move forward with more clarity, self-acceptance, and confidence.
Common areas I support include:
- Depression, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm
- Self-harm and suicidal thoughts
- Low self-esteem and inner criticism
- Sensory overload, burnout, masking, or feeling misunderstood
- Gender, sexuality, and identity exploration
- Stress from school, work, or life transitions
- Family conflict and boundary-setting
- Processing trauma or difficult experiences
- Relationship challenges and disconnection
Queer and Trans Affirming Therapy
Supporting LGBTQ+ teens and young adults is a passion that’s close to my heart. I offer a space where you can explore your identity without judgment—whether you're figuring out your gender or sexuality, thinking about coming out, exploring transition-related goals, or simply trying to understand yourself more fully. I especially love working with trans and nonbinary folks around gender identity, expression, and navigating the world authentically. We’ll talk about how your lived experiences have shaped who you are, how you show up, and how the world responds to you—while working toward a stronger sense of self, connection, and confidence. You deserve a space that truly sees and celebrates you.
My Approach
My therapeutic approach is trauma informed and grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), while also integrating DBT/Mindfulness techniques, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Strength-based, Solution-focused, and client-centered strategies to meet each person’s unique needs.
I believe in creating a safe, affirming space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. You are the expert in your own life and lived experiences, and I deeply value your innate wisdom. One of my strengths is building strong therapeutic relationships through my lighthearted, down-to-earth personality, which helps clients feel comfortable expressing themselves. Together, we take a collaborative, client-centered approach to explore your experiences and develop personalized strategies that foster growth, resilience, and self-compassion.
I'm not ONLY a Therapist!
I am an avid animal lover. I have 3 dogs and 4 cats! Charlie, Daisy, Bram, Izzy, Lola, Shaela, and Archie! These crazy kids are my four legged children!
I love to cook. It is a dream of mine to one day integrate cooking/food, and mental health! I am a big time foodie. Also, I enjoy photography, traveling, and live music. What are your hobbies!? Let's integrate them into the therapy space!
What inspired me to do this work you might ask? Well, my own life experiences and the people who have helped guide me and support me during my lowest points have always been at the forefront of why I chose to do this work. I believe being given the opportunity to be apart of someone’s life journey in such a vulnerable and meaningful way is a deep honor and privilege.
