Danielle Wischenka, Ph.D.

Hello, I'm Dr. Wischenka, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist offering comprehensive, multilingual services across California, Colorado, and New York. I specialize in anxiety, OCD, and health-related challenges—supporting children (ages 3+), teens, young adults, and parents in both English and Hebrew. I’m a licensed psychologist who provides compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals and families navigating anxiety, OCD, and health-related stress. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each client’s unique needs—combining cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure-based interventions, mindfulness, and family-focused strategies. AREAS OF EXPERTISE I work with clients facing a wide range of challenges, including: A) Anxiety & OCD: Generalized Anxiety Social Anxiety Separation Anxiety Selective Mutism Performance Anxiety Perfectionism Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (hair-pulling, skin-picking, nail-biting) Medical & Health-Related Anxiety B) Health & Illness Anxiety: Medical & Procedural Phobias (needles, dental, blood/injury) Chronic Illness & Adjustment Acute or Traumatic Illness Identity and meaning-making after diagnosis Support for siblings of children with medical conditions Support for parents navigating a child’s health challenges HOW I WORK I see clients starting at age 3 and up, and I welcome individuals, parents, and families into a space that values both emotional safety and meaningful change. Alongside therapy, I offer consultations, workshops, and community education to promote resilience and well-being. If you're a parent seeking support for your child, a young adult facing overwhelming anxiety, or a provider looking to refer a patient for specialized care—I’m here to help. Let’s work together to build skills, reduce distress, and foster long-term growth.