dr. Danielle esses; clinical psychologist
Bicoastal Psychology is a private psychology practice directed by Dr. Danielle Esses, offering individual therapy, couples therapy, and forensic assessment services. Dr. Esses views healing as creative, personal, and ongoing — not a quick fix, but a process of becoming more fully yourself. She takes an active role in therapy, guiding curiosity about how you relate and cope, offering candid and attuned feedback, and naming patterns as they emerge.
Danielle Esses, PsyD (CA: PSY 36160, NY: 027627) is New York-bred and California-based clinical psychologist. She provides therapy and forensic assessment in Beverly Hills and across California and New York via telehealth
Patients describe her as both gentle and straightforward — someone who maintains deep curiosity, builds trust through authenticity, and keeps them accountable without judgment. In practice, this means she asks the questions that matter and brings attention to patterns that may be easier to avoid. While conversations often go deep, they don’t have to feel heavy. Humor and levity have a place in therapy too.
Danielle Esses, PsyD (CA: PSY 36160, NY: 027627) is a clinical psychologist providing therapy in Beverly Hills and across California and New York via telehealth. Patients describe her as both gentle and straightforward — someone who offers honest feedback, builds trust through authenticity, and keeps them accountable without judgment.
Meet Dr. danielle Esses
- Relationship issues and dating
- Anxiety and overthinking
- Burnout and high-stress jobs (i.e., physicians, first responders)
- Identity exploration
- Life transitions
- Complex family dynamics
specialties
Dr. Esses blends her expertise in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) - a present-focused and practical approach - with a psychodynamic understanding of how past experiences and current relational dynamics shape emotional life.
approach
As a twin, I grew up intimately familiar with both contrast and connection, an early lesson in holding paradox. My personality and therapeutic style reflect the contrast of the two coasts that have shaped me: I resonate with New York’s grit and authenticity, which shows up in my directness and sense of humor. I equally identify with California’s openness and calm, reflected in my commitment to groundedness, curiosity, and validation.
As a twin, I grew up intimately familiar with both contrast and connection, an early lesson in holding paradox. My personality and therapeutic style reflect the contrast of the two coasts that have shaped me: I resonate with New York’s grit and authenticity, which shows up in my directness and sense of humor. I equally identify with California’s openness and calm, reflected in my commitment to groundedness, curiosity, and validation.
She draws on other evidence-based approaches when helpful. Her work is grounded in slowing down together, noticing emotional patterns as they unfold in the therapy space, and building the insight and regulation needed to create lasting change.
next steps
Initial consultation call
Complimentary consultation calls are for those who are considering therapy and would like to explore next steps. This is a time for us to get to know each other and for me to answer any questions you may have.
Many people reach out feeling unsure or conflicted — you don’t need to have everything figured out before contacting me.
*Please note that I do not accept insurance.
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