Daniel is a former actor turned clinical mental health therapist who has always loved movies. All of his passions have been connected by one thing: the connecting power of a story. Whether it was the plays he acted in, the stories he heard in therapy sessions, or the stories he watched on screen, these stories are what make us human. In 2025, Daniel started @danielfilmtherapy, a TikTok account focused on talking about movies through a mental health and personal lens, and celebrating films from film history. Within the last year, Daniel has gained over 11k followers on TikTok, focusing on current films and some of the best movies from the past. In 2026, Daniel started The Screen Guide Podcast with fellow TikToker Derrick Simiviews, aimed at bringing context and commentary to movie discussions. 

Since leaving the performing arts, talking about movies has become his biggest passion and creative goal. Daniel’s favorite part about movie watching is the after-movie circle, when people bounce their reactions to a film off each other. Whether it’s the biggest blockbuster or an indie darling, Daniel loves talking about it with others. That’s the true power of cinema, something that brings us together!