“Daniel has combined innate sensitivity and tremendous depth of empathy with a remarkable breadth of skills in counseling, bodywork, and movement arts. He is uniquely suited to really address the whole person. And he is someone who does his own inner work, and thus knows firsthand the inner pathways of healing. I would trust him with some of my most delicate and challenging patients.”

–Andrew David Shiller, MD

“I am writing this to express my sincere thanks and gratitude for the work that Daniel Epstein did with me as my therapist.  

In 2018, I knew I needed the help of a good therapist who could help me process and get clear on a number of things that I was dealing with, separating from my husband of 12 years, coming to terms with why this happened, coming to terms with my own internal struggles with relationships, my lack of self confidence, along with moving past negative messages that have held me back in much of my life up to this point.  

I had been in therapy in the years past, and I knew that no ordinary therapist would be acceptable to me for the work I was now ready to face.

In this process of finding the right person to work with, I interviewed 6 therapists and communicated with each of them what was important to me, what I wanted to work on, what my goals were, and most importantly, what I needed in a therapist to help me get there.  Daniel was very patient and listened carefully during my intake with him.  And it was his approach that won me over.  He cut to the core with me at one point, something most thereapists won't do.  It was what I needed, what I had asked for, and in that moment it gave me great pause. I knew then and there that this was the person I wanted to do work with.  

In short, when I started work with Daniel, I was a mess.  I knew the goals I wanted to attain and the paths I had envsioned to get there, but I had no idea on how to begin and how to navigate all that or where it would ultimately lead.  And it was very painful challenging work that I dove deep into.  Daniel remained present with me during this process.  He challenged me when appropriate.  He welcomed me to ask questions.  He even allowed me to ask questions about his own life to get perspective on what I was dealing with.  Daniel being open to this helped me to feel less alone, less afraid, and left me feeling confident that I could trust him because he was being real with me, and was a real person behind being the therapist.  

Much as I thought I knew where my path would lead me, Daniel comfortably challenged me to look at and be open to other ideas, many of which proved to be very beneficial to me, including facing divorce, something I had not considered, but needed to happen.  Each step of the way, he made room for me to feel emotion, feel loss, feel pain and over time to start embracing who I was outside of relationships, embrace my own self worth separate from others, to allow the tears to flow, to release the sadness and pain, and finally to come to center to start to embrace and love accept and live a part of myself I never knew existed.  He broadened my paths, choices and options to such a point, that I did not even recognize the person I had been when I first came to see him.  He helped me to find my voice, to communicate my fears constructively and confidently.  He helped empower me to accept life as an adult who can make good choices and be good to myself.  He held me at my most vulnerable, and never left me feeling shameful or less than who I really was.  

Over time, when the bulk of the emotional work was completed, and I wanted to explore mind body work, he was there for me as well.  This became a grounding process for me that allowed me to go deep into my grieving for what I had lost, to let it go, and to move forward.  

My work with Daniel helped me to find my strengths in what I thought of as my most vulnerable weaknesses.  He honored me, respected me and acknowleged me for all the hard work we had acomplished together.  I could not have done this without his help.  It was transformational for me.

My hope is that many more people can be as lucky as I was to have someone like Daniel by my side when I needed it most.  He is truely an amazing man, and I feel his time with me was a gift for which I will be eternally grateful, for the rest of my life.”

- Chris R., 62 year old professional

“When I started my sessions with Daniel, I had a lot of experience with other therapists. After just a few sessions, I could tell that Daniel was unlike the others. His understanding of the relationship between our bodies and our mental well was one aspect. But what made Daniel effective with me was his deep caring, gentleness, and insight.

I was suffering from depression, and addiction. It was a struggle to get out of bed and face going to work. I didn’t have any enthusiasm with my free time or being with my wife. Pretty much all aspects of my life was clouded with a mix of a deep feeling of sadness, shame and self-loathing. The suffering was non-stop and constant. Smoking pot and sleeping were my main coping mechanisms that provided short reprieves but ultimately contributed to the cycle continuing.   

Over time, I grew to trust and respect Daniel. I would leave sessions feeling a bit better about myself. Over a number of years, I learned many things about myself that slowly shifted my perspective. I grew to understand aspects of myself that challenged what I previously thought. Daniel slowly enabled me to evolve to being a happier, more balanced, and healthy self. He taught me coping mechanisms to disrupt and eventually stop self-medicating. I grew to both forgive myself and that I wasn't the awful person I thought myself to be. 

Writing this today reminds me how much better I feel now than when I first started with Daniel. For decades, I suffered never realizing what it was like not to suffer. The last time I consistently felt this good was when I was a little boy. Life is still life, with all of its challenges. The difference is that now I am someone who can cope and deal with its difficulties and enjoy its wonderful moments. I owe a great debt to Daniel. I know that he will continue to help others along their paths to a more happy and balanced life.”

- David B.

 “I have been taking my daughter to see Daniel since the day she was born, literally! She is thank g-d a healthy baby, and I know that most babies go through the usual spitting up, gas, irregular sleep, fits of crying etc, but why should they be miserable through all that?  Daniel has helped calm my baby’s entry into each new phase of her life, and gently guides her while she figures out how to use her tiny little body. After treatments, she sleeps better, eats better, spits up better, and is overall happier 🙂  My biggest surprise from our sessions, in which he only treats my daughter, is how he has a way of calming down all my “new mom” nerves. It’s as if he’s treating me along side my baby and I have no idea how he does it!  After our sessions I feel like my motherly intuition is much stronger, I know what my baby needs, I feel much calmer and I my energy is rejuvenated.  I cannot recommend him highly enough!” 

– Libi, 30

“Daniel offers a gentle, healing touch.  His powerful intuitive sense, coupled with his knowledge and skill, creates the possibility for major shifts in his clients.  Daniel’s work reminds the body how it can heal and let go of old patterns.  Words cannot capture the magical experience of his service.  whether it is for relaxation or specific therapeutic bodywork, Daniel molds his skill to the needs of the person. Everyone should experience this healing touch.”  

–Dr. Peter Kevorkian, DC, chiropractor, teacher, father, husband

“Hi Daniel, You don’t have to reply to this email but in response to your curiosity I wanted to try to describe further how I feel different these days as opposed to how I was not feeling any relief before we met. I felt like a contained anxiety bomb on the inside that continuously renewed its energy by draining mine. The anxiety built upon itself.  Like a freight train with out brakes, building momentum as it races down the track or a tea kettle with no way to release its steam. I felt like there was an answer for me but the therapy I was participating in wasn’t helping. I always felt I needed something different than medication or someone to talk to. I always felt deep in my soul that there was something missing from the equation and now I know I was right.  Previously in therapy I always felt unheard. I felt like I was listening and not being listened to…a familiar experience.  I never feel that way now during therapy and I don’t feel as stuck in the closed cycle of negative/anxious energy anymore. I feel freer with my emotions and more accepting/less judgmental of myself. You and CST have played a pivotal role in facilitating an internal change/shift inside of me that I probably could not have accomplished alone or with conventional therapy. You have helped me to quiet my inner storm so to speak and your compassion has made it possible for me to feel safe enough to truly feel again.  My body is now more fluid with an ability to regulate itself. Whether we are talking or doing table work I genuinely feel that you listen to me with your heart and I can not say that for the therapists I have seen before. Such a wonderful gift. I am entirely grateful. Thank you.”  

– Shannon

“I wanted to sincerely thank you for all of your time, care and wisdom.  Your support and your perspective are largely responsible for the incredible changes in my life.  I wouldn’t be in such a happy place if it weren’t for you!”  

-Kristin, 24 y.o.

“After a long year of struggles with our teenage daughter, we were fortunate enough to find Daniel Epstein through our health insurance provider list.  When we first met Daniel, we were at our wits end and were desperately looking for good, sound advice on how to cope with our situation.  From our first meeting with Daniel, we were struck by his calm and compassionate demeanor.  While we felt defeated by our daughter’s poor choices, Daniel gave us the insight to look at the situation in a new light.  Daniel helped us to better understand our daughter in a more positive way and supplied us with the tools to work together as a family.  We are forever grateful for the help and guidance that Daniel gave us and continue to use his advice on a daily basis.”

–Chris and Sharon P., parents, professionals

“As a highly active, working senior, Daniel’s treatments helps to relieve my aches and pains and boosts my energy level to let me keep going in my busy life. I usually leave sessions saying ‘I have a body again!’” 

–63 year old professional, father and husband

“It’s working!!! I feel so much more relaxed, internally, viscerally….I feel so much more on top of my game, accomplishing things more effortlessly, more thoughtfully. I feel like I am no longer swimming against the tide. Thanks for such an amazing gift!!!!” 

– 45 year old mother of 5, wife and professional

“Daniel is a very caring, intuitive and highly skilled practitioner. He has an innate understanding of the body-mind connection, a gentle yet deeply effective touch, and a sensitivity and attentiveness which are rare  even in the helping professions. Daniel was able to figure out in a few moments of laying his hands on my shoulder what it took my physical therapist weeks to discover. I have walked away from each session feeling an immediate difference in my health and well-being. The man’s an extremely gifted healer. I trust him implicitly when it comes to my health.”

– Michael Rose, 30-something writer and editor

“I met Daniel for a health consultation, and his advice has literally been life changing. Daniel recommended certain nutritional adjustments, exercises, stretches, breathing techniques, and reading material that have made me feel more energetic, more relaxed, and generally healthy. He is not only an excellent practitioner, but a sensitive listener as well. I strongly recommend meeting with Daniel. “

– Yitzi Weiner, 27 year old rabbi and father of 3.

“A few months ago, I was in a car accident. My neck and back were sprained and I suffered from widespread pain. Daniel’s craniosacral therapy did more to relieve my pain than anything else my doctor prescribed. I am finally able to start physical therapy; the therapist who evaluated me said I was in much better shape at this point than I would have been without Daniel’s treatment. Also, he has helped me with my fibromyalgia, his treatments work wonders for my pain levels. I have decreased my pain medications and shots thanks to his helping hands. I highly recommend him.”  

– Lori Kipnes, 40-something QuickBooks Consultant and mother of 4

“I had the pleasure of having Daniel as a counselor during a period of great upheaval in my life.  He was always honest, open, frank and caring.  I felt a bond between men that had developed and felt like I could tell him anything.  I had not experienced that with other counselors, and it helped me to cover topics that had never been covered for me in counseling, helping me to recover in a much more meaningful way.  At one point several months after I had discontinued counseling,  Daniel placed a friendly call to check on me.  I realized how much I missed our talks, and shortly thereafter I resumed them.  Daniel provided me with the highest quality of counseling I have ever experienced.”

– Joe, 50-something tech professional, father and recovering addict

It is hard for me to put into words exactly how working with Daniel has impacted my life. When I was younger I went to a female therapist to help me cope with being bullied as well as communication issues with my parents. It was not a great fit and I did not want to try again with someone new. Years later I began sessions with Daniel at a time when there was a lot of change in my life.  I had just graduated from college, was living on my own for the first time, and working at a great job that I wasn’t passionate about. I was struggling to juggle all of these at the same time along with carrying around my childhood experiences that I hadn’t been able to work through. Through my first few years working with Daniel, he helped me to make peace with my childhood and has taught me how to quiet the loud negative voice that had kept me from believing in myself and gave me tools to strengthen the positive voice that encourages me to see all of the good things that I hold within. I used to think that in order to be in therapy each session I had to be in shambles, crying, upset or at rock bottom but Daniel helped me to see that although therapy is there for you when you are down, it is also there for you to celebrate the good days and accomplishments… that it is okay to have a session when you’re happy and things are going well.  The broken girl I was 6 years ago would have a hard time believing that she could live a life without daily negative self talk, that the constant feeling that things would not get better would ever go away or that she would not find her purpose in life and be able to feel confident in who she was and what she wants for herself.  Today, I live a life where I practice daily positive self talk, I acknowledge my strength in difficult situations, I have a higher level of confidence in myself than before, I am able to break down why I feel a certain way about something and allow myself to fully feel whatever it is I’m feeling and be able to understand why at the end, I am able to have sessions where I am not crying or feeling hopeless that things won’t get better. I am able to have sessions where we celebrate my personal growth and ways to continue on that path.  I can feel the difference in who I am from when I began our sessions and I verbally acknowledge it and we discuss/celebrate that achievement.  Best of all, I can actually say “I am proud of who I am” and genuinely believe those words.  I am beyond grateful to have worked with Daniel these past 6 years and equally grateful for what our future sessions hold.  My wish/hope is that every soul has someone in their life like Daniel to help them work through the difficult times (both present and past) and celebrate the good; it truly is a blessing that everyone deserves to experience.

– Amanda

“My life has been made better by your support and guidance. I think back to the first session we ever had. I hated myself with such intensity and you made me feel like everything might be ok….. I think when I get to that place in life I always talk about, with a handle on my addiction, and a wife, and all that stuff, I will have the distinct honor of hearing you say ‘I told you so’ and again when I tell you life is still hard, another ‘I told you so’, followed by some sage advice to get me through it….I want you to know how extremely grateful I am.” -JH, 25 year old working man