Dr. Danielle Cali

Dr. Danielle Cali is a licensed psychologist and certified school psychologist in New York State, with experience supporting the emotional and behavioral well-being of children, adolescents, and parents. She earned both her Master’s and Doctorate degrees in School Psychology from the esteemed Derner Institute of Psychological Studies at Adelphi University. For the past eight years, Dr. Cali has served as a school psychologist across diverse educational settings, and for the last five years, she has worked within a local school district, where she has developed a deep understanding of special education services and student mental health support.

Education & Training

• Master of School Psychology – Derner Institute of Psychological Studies at Adelphi University
• Doctorate of School Psychology – Derner Institute of Psychological Studies at Adelphi University

Modalities

• Psychoeducation
• Behavior modification strategies
• Supporting families and children coping with complex emotional and behavioral challenges
• ADHD
• Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Anxiety disorders
• Mood regulation difficulties

My Therapeutic Style

As a therapist, Dr. Cali takes a collaborative, client-centered approach grounded in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), while also emphasizing the powerful connection between mind and body in overall well-being. She prioritizes building a strong therapeutic alliance by fostering trust and creating a safe, supportive environment. Her work focuses on helping clients recognize thought and behavioral patterns that may be impacting their mental health, while also increasing awareness of how physical sensations, stress responses, and lifestyle factors influence emotional functioning. She incorporates a holistic perspective, supporting clients in understanding themselves as whole individuals—where thoughts, emotions, and physical experiences are deeply interconnected.

In addition, Dr. Cali explores relational dynamics to better understand how interpersonal experiences shape both emotional and physiological responses. Together with her clients, she creates individualized goals and develops practical strategies to enhance self-awareness, emotional regulation, and overall wellness. Her mission is to empower clients with the tools they need to thrive not only psychologically, but as whole individuals—fostering balance, resilience, and well-being in all areas of life, both within and beyond the therapeutic space.