Mind Heart Counseling

Mind Heart Counseling offers an Integrative, Experiential, and Contemplative therapeutic approach to enhance health and well being.  Its guiding principles are aligned with practical World Wisdom traditions, in conjunction with Eastern and Western psychology.  Holistic approaches are offered to incorporate a balance of body, mind, and heart. We may explore themes such as Neurodiversity, High Sensitivity, Relational Dynamics, and Anxiety-related issues.  An array of tools are provided, including mindfulness, self-awareness, healthy questioning, and time-tested methods to interrupt negative habit patterns.

Dan A. Cooper, Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), owner of Mind Heart Counseling, is a highly skilled, empathic, and perceptive psychotherapist.  He brings over 15 years of strength-based support in settings which include: Cornell University Health Center, Boston University's affiliated Health Center, and New York University's associated Health Center. Dan's in-depth training in Contemplative Psychology is informed by an innovative degree program from the renowned institution, Naropa University.   His graduate education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Creative Arts Therapies was completed at New York University and Lesley University.  Additional advanced certificates include Internal Family Systems, Neurobiology of Trauma, AEDP, Motivational Interviewing, Integrated Behavioral Health, Family Therapy, and Clinical Supervision.  Dan offers a wide perspective and creative approach.  

In Counseling sessions with Dan, individuals explore themes such as: 

Relational Dynamics, High Sensitivity, Attention and Learning issues, Neurodivergence, Challenges with Motivation, Imposter Syndrome, Self-Compassion for Professionals, Caregivers, Graduate students, Undergraduate Students, University Faculty, and Staff burnout.  

Colleagues and Clinicians praise Dan's therapeutic capacity to "zero in" on core issues, while  maintaining a warm and compassionate stance.    (see testimonials)

Dan is licensed to practice in NY and MA. He provides telehealth sessions for residents of New York State and Massachusetts.  In-person sessions are an option in Ithaca, NY.  Sessions can be conducted in Portuguese, English, (semi-fluent Spanish).  Dan is an in-network provider with Aetna (including Cornell University Student Health Plan), Optum, Point32Health, and additional plans. Please contact him to inquire about other insurance plans and out-of-pocket rates.  Dan often utilizes a waiting list for all interested individuals. 

For more about Dan's counseling background and services, please click here for further details.