Bicoastal Psychology was born from the belief that we don’t have to choose between two truths - we can hold both. Inspired by a love for both coasts and shaped by a deep understanding of dialectics, Bicoastal Psychology embraces contradiction, complexity, and integration.
we provide compassionate therapy that helps you understand your internal experiences and build a life that feels more grounded
our mission
Danielle Esses, PsyD is a California-licensed clinical psychologist (PSY 36160), who earned her doctorate in clinical psychology from the PGSP-Stanford PsyD Consortium. Her style is both connected and informed, using evidence-based approaches to help patients not just talk about what’s hard, but actually feel better.
Founder, Bicoastal Psychology
Meet Dr. danielle Esses
Dr. Esses is dedicated to helping people who feel deeply. They often describe that their emotions rise quickly, feel bigger, and take longer to settle. These patterns can make daily life harder, sometimes showing up as relationship conflict, anxiety that's "always in the background," avoidance, or self-harm.
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 completed her APA-accredited internship at Montefiore Medical Center and postdoctoral fellowship at CBT California. She received additional training at Stanford University School of Medicine, the Palo Alto VA, and Mount Sinai School of Medicine.
She's also passionate about working with individuals in high-stress careers and offers low-fee services to first responders.
Do you accept insurance?
Unfortunately, Bicoastal Psychology does not accept insurance. We can provide you with a superbill to submit for possible reimbursement.
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What state(s) are you licensed to practice?
Dr. Esses is licensed and sees patients in California.
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Do you provide in-person or telehealth therapy?
Dr. Esses provides both telehealth services and in-person services at 9401 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 730 in Beverly Hills, CA.
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Do you offer full-model DBT?
Dr. Esses offers DBT-informed treatment. Full-model DBT refers to DBT in its truest form, which includes four components: individual therapy, DBT skills group, phone coaching, and a consultation team for therapists. DBT-informed therapy at Bicoastal Psychology refers to treatment that includes individual DBT sessions. Dr. Esses reserves a limited number of spots for patients in need of individual DBT skills training and phone coaching as well.
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How do I get started?
The first step is to schedule a free, 15-minute consultation call using the contact form on our website, so that we can decide if we’re a good match. If so, I will work with you to schedule a 60-minute intake appointment.
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Your free 15-minute consultation allows us to connect, ask questions, and see how working together might feel.
Starting is easy. Just fill out your info here. After that, you'll be offered the option of scheduling a consultation time right away or asking me to call you back as soon as I'm available.
