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Danielle Raghib Villanueva

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

5 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Danielle

As a bi-racial therapist, I understand the challenges and barriers that come with trying to break intergenerational trauma, which oftentimes fuels cycles of guilt, shame, and identity despair/confusion. I demonstrate a level of understanding that these obstacles can at times lead to isolation and feeling like you’re not good enough. I understand we are each on our own unique life path and will meet you along the way. I provide unconditional support, guidance, and safety, and equip my clients with practical strategies to help them define and reach their goals while learning to live their best life.

As a bi-racial therapist, I understand the challenges and barriers that come with trying to break intergenerational trauma.

Communication Style

  • Affirming
  • Authentic
  • Calming
  • Exploratory
  • Open-minded

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • BIPOC
  • Asian / Pacific Islander community
  • Parents
  • First responders
  • Immigrants

Approach

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution-Focused

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

Good to know

Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

I have spent a lot of time working with Habitat for Humanity's global Village program building homes across the world. I enjoy pushing the mind and body to its limits by participating in half iron man triathlons!

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#100239 • California • LCSW

Education

MSW - Social Work, California State University, Long Beach

Danielle Raghib Villanueva, Licensed Clinical Social Worker License #100239 (exp February 2027)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Danielle Raghib Villanueva accepts Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Prime Health, Centivo, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, and Health Net. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in California are estimated at $205-250 per session.

Danielle Raghib Villanueva is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Danielle is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Danielle’s California license number is 100239, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Danielle Raghib Villanueva has been practicing therapy for 5 years. Danielle’s education and training include MSW - Social Work, California State University, Long Beach. Over that time, Danielle has worked closely with BIPOC, Asian / Pacific Islander community, Parents, First responders, and Immigrants.

Danielle Raghib Villanueva works with BIPOC, Asian / Pacific Islander community, Parents, First responders, and Immigrants and specializes in Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Panic, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Women's Issues, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Danielle spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Danielle is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Danielle Raghib Villanueva draws on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP), Harm Reduction, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, Relational, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Danielle’s style is affirming, authentic, calming, exploratory, and open-minded. In Danielle’s words: “As a bi-racial therapist, I understand the challenges and barriers that come with trying to break intergenerational trauma.”

Danielle Raghib Villanueva (she/her) offers therapy in English. Danielle identifies as Biracial/Multiracial.

Danielle Raghib Villanueva offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Danielle is licensed in California, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Danielle Raghib Villanueva is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Danielle will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Danielle’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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