Justin Dantzler, LMHC

Justin Dantzler, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Life Coach who combines clinical training with long-standing community work to support adults and young adults in New York. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Justin provides psychotherapy to help people navigate emotional challenges; as a Certified Life Coach, he offers practical support for goal-setting and personal development.

With more than 12 years of direct counseling experience and 17 years in the non-profit sector, Justin’s background includes leadership as a director at a state-funded agency for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and hands-on work as an Applied Behavior Specialist. He has facilitated mentoring groups, provided counseling to at-risk and underserved populations, and brought those insights into a clinical practice focused on real-world concerns.

Justin’s experience as a first-responding firefighter gives him a grounded perspective on high-stress environments, burnout, and emotional resilience. He works with individuals facing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship and self-esteem challenges, men’s issues, and life transitions, and he offers affirming care for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. His approach is holistic and person-centered - meeting clients where they are and supporting them in moving toward their goals.

Married for more than 10 years and a father to an adult daughter and a school-aged son, Justin emphasizes compassion and evidence-based guidance to help clients build healthier, more authentic lives. He provides individual counseling via tele-therapy and has availability for virtual sessions.

Person-Centered Care and Practical Online Support

Justin uses a person-centered approach that focuses on listening carefully to each individual’s experience and partnering with them to set meaningful goals. This style emphasizes empathy, respect, and helping clients discover their own strengths and values, useful for anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and life transitions.

He also integrates behavioral techniques informed by his work as an Applied Behavior Specialist. These practical strategies help identify unhelpful patterns and build concrete skills for managing stress, improving communication, and coping with everyday challenges. Additionally, his background as a Certified Life Coach supports structured goal-setting and action-focused work for personal growth.

Determining the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. Justin works with clients to tailor methods to their needs, preferences, and goals, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds so treatment remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy schedules and varied lifestyles. Clients can meet by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing therapy to fit into work, family, and other commitments. This range of options helps maintain continuity of care and makes ongoing support more accessible for people across New York.