Daniel Blanchette, LPC

Daniel Blanchette, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), holds a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from Portland State University. Before establishing his counseling career in Portland he worked as a disc jockey, taught in special education, and served in the United States Army. With more than 20 years of experience, Daniel has supported a wide range of people including military veterans, survivors of trauma, and individuals with developmental disabilities.

His professional background includes roles as a vocational rehabilitation counselor, residential case manager, behavioral health provider, and a clinical specialist for a national suicide prevention hotline. He has also consulted on court cases and provided care in primary care settings, inpatient treatment units, and emergency departments. These varied experiences inform a practical, adaptable approach to therapy.

In clinical work Daniel draws on evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based techniques, and client-centered therapy. He emphasizes respect and a supportive environment so that people feel their experiences are heard and valued, and he focuses on helping clients manage issues like trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, addiction, and sleep difficulties.