INSPIRE Psychological Wellness (She/Her)
Psychologist, Danielle Shpigel PhD, Founder & Director
Online in Multiple States
California, Maryland, New York, Virginia, Washington, D.C.
(Online Only)
INPIRE Psychological Wellness is group practice offering psychotherapy via tele-health. Our psychologists tailor treatment to suit each individual's unique history, cultural background, goals, and presenting concerns. Our team is highly experienced in evidence-based psychotherapeutic modalities, with a strong focus on specialized types of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This includes targeted treatments such as CBT for insomnia (CBT-I), chronic pain (CBT-CP), and nightmares (CBT-N), alongside trauma-focused therapies like Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure (PE). To learn more about our team and find the right fit for your needs, explore our website at: inspirepsychwellness.com/staff/
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Behavioral Therapy Uses learning techniques like reinforcement and practice to change unwanted behaviors. It is often applied to phobias, anxiety, and habits.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Combines mindfulness practices with CBT to prevent depression relapse. It helps people notice thoughts without judgment and respond more calmly.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) A collaborative, client-centered approach that strengthens motivation for change. It is especially effective for addictions and health behaviors.
Approach Description: At INSPIRE Psychological Wellness, our approach to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other modalities blends science and compassion to help adults emerge from survival mode, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and reclaim their psychological well-being.
Rather than treating symptoms in isolation, we look at the complex connection between your thoughts, physical sensations, behaviors, and overall nervous system.
Our approach is collaborative, tailored, and highly specialized to support you. We work with you on mind-body medical coping to reshape how your brain and body experience medical conditions.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $250
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- INSPIRE will consider requests for a sliding scale on a case by case basis based on a client's financial situation and overall access to treatment. A limited number of these requests will be approved at any time.
- Out of Network
- Some of our clinicians accept most Aetna PPO plans in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia. We are out of network to all other insurances and in all other jurisdictions.
Education & Credentials
INSPIRE Psychological Wellness Danielle Shpigel PhD, Founder & Director
- Female
- License # PSY1001675
- Licensed in WASHINGTON DC
- Practicing Since 2018
Education: All of our Clinicians are PhD or PsyD level clinicians.
INSPIRE Psychological Wellness Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Multiple States California, Maryland, New York, Virginia, Washington, D.C.
- Online Therapy Details: Teletherapy via secure video
INSPIRE Psychological Wellness specializes in treating adults (ages 18 and older) navigating complex medical conditions, psychological challenges, and everyday life stressors. Our medical specialties include chronic pain, physical disability, brain injury, sleep disorders, psycho-oncology, and women’s health. We also provide dedicated support for individuals facing anxiety, depression, panic, and trauma. Whether you are dealing with burnout, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or low self-esteem, we are here to help you manage caregiver burden, navigate perfectionism, and reconnect with a deep sense of meaning and purpose.