Hello friend,
My name is Daniel Ahearn, LMFT. I’m a therapist, meditation teacher, and advocate for attachment-focused healing, mindfulness, and the power of nature in mental well-being. For over a decade, I’ve worked with adolescents, families, and men to repair the invisible wounds of attachment. My own path—as a father, therapist, and lifelong student of Dharma—showed me that healing happens through relationships that are safe, attuned, and embodied.
Over the past six years, I’ve specialized in Integrative Attachment Therapy (IAT) and am a Certified IAT Therapist, trained in the groundbreaking work of Dr. Daniel P. Brown and Dr. David Elliott. Using the Three Pillar Method—metacognition, collaborative repair, and guided visualization—I help clients develop secure attachment from the inside out. Clinical hypnosis is another key part of my work, allowing deeper access to subconscious patterns, helping rewire limiting beliefs, ease anxiety, and strengthen a secure sense of self.
Beyond private practice, I serve as Director of Culture at Ascend Healthcare in Los Angeles, where I lead clinical innovation and support young people in their healing and growth. My approach is holistic, integrating mindfulness, nature, and the wisdom of both ancient and modern therapeutic traditions.
Credentials:
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (CADAC)
Certified Integrative Attachment Therapy (IAT) Therapist
Director of Culture, Ascend Healthcare, Los Angeles
Expertise in Clinical Hypnosis and Mentalization
Healing is about reconnection—within yourself, with others, and with the world. This can be done in traditional sessions or walk and talk therapy. If you’re looking for support, I’d love to help. Reach out for a consultation, and let’s explore what’s possible together.
All best wishes,
Daniel Ahearn, LMFT 143021
FAQ
Q: What is Integrative Attachment Therapy (IAT)?
A: Integrative Attachment Therapy (IAT) is a research-based approach that helps people heal attachment wounds and build secure relationships. It uses three core tools:
Safe, collaborative therapy relationship
Metacognition (understanding patterns of thoughts, feelings, and reactions)
Guided imagery with an Ideal Parent Figure to rewire early attachment experiences
IAT supports lasting change by helping clients feel safe, regulated, and connected from the inside out.
Q: How is working with teens different?
A: Teens often come into therapy skeptical. I use tools like mentalization and visualization to build insight while also engaging parents so repair happens in the family system—not just the teen.
Q: What do you mean by “sacred masculinity”?
A: I help men and fathers reconnect to qualities of presence, care, and integrity—moving away from performance-based identity and toward authentic connection.
Q: Do you only work with men?
A: No. I work with adolescents, parents, and families of all identities. My private practice has a strong focus on men and fathers, while at Ascend Healthcare I specialize in supporting teens and families through intensive attachment repair.
Q: What is “walk-and-talk” or outdoor therapy?
A: Sometimes the best therapy doesn’t happen sitting in an office. Walk-and-talk therapy takes place outdoors, often in a park, integrating movement, breath, and nature into the process. Being outside helps regulate the nervous system, making it easier to explore difficult emotions and feel more grounded. Offered virtually and in-person when possible
Q: How does Dharma, contemplative practice, and ecopsychology fit into therapy?
A: My background in Buddhist psychology informs my approach, but therapy is always tailored to your needs and beliefs. Contemplative practices—like mindfulness, breathwork, and nature-based rituals—are used as tools to reduce stress, increase awareness, and open space for deeper healing. I also integrate the researched principles of ecopsychology, recognizing the profound impact of our connection to nature on mental health. Outdoor sessions, elemental practices, and mindful time in natural settings help clients regulate their nervous systems, ease anxiety, and experience a greater sense of belonging and balance.
Q: Do you take insurance?
A: At this time, I work as an out-of-network provider in private practice. I can provide a superbill for clients who wish to seek reimbursement from their insurance company. Families at Ascend Healthcare are supported through their program’s insurance process.
Q: How do I know if we’re a good fit?
A: The best way is to schedule a free consultation call. This gives us a chance to talk about your needs, answer questions, and explore whether my approach feels right for you.
cancellation policy is 24 hours notice