Many of us benefit from having a safe space where we can regularly express ourselves with an empathic Clinical Counselor. The process of exploring our struggles, frustrations, as well as aspirations, with a non-judgmental professional Counselor, can produce growth. We work together to constructively navigate mental, relational, emotional, and physical obstacles. My strengths-based clinical experience, including at Cornell University Health Center, enables me to address a variety of needs and assist with finding solutions.  Finding the means to cope with barriers can be daunting. The experience of aligning with a Professional Counselor is important because this connection can foster emotional safety, attunement, and enhanced motivation. 

For over 13 years, I have provided Multicultural Mental Health Counseling and Experiential Therapies to various populations, including students, families, and adults - in the Finger Lakes region, NYC, Boston, Brazil, and Chile.  With licenses to practice psychotherapy in New York and Massachusetts, my extensive work experiences include the following settings: outpatient counseling centers, schools, intensive home-based, and community health centers.  I am bilingual in Portuguese and fluent in Spanish, and offer counseling services in these three languages.

My approach is strength-based, solution-oriented, relational, and focused on the here and now.  The enhanced trainings which inform my practice include: 

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor in NY and MA

• Contemplative Psychology: (Naropa University) "The field of contemplative psychology nourishes individual and collective transformation."

• Internal Family Systems Level 1 (year-long training)

• Clinical Trauma Professional Training: Working with the Neurobiological Legacy of Trauma (year-long training)

• Creative Arts Therapies from NYU and Lesley University 

• Family Systems Therapy (year-long intensive training) 

• Motivational Interviewing (Advanced Practitioner)

• AEDP Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (year-long)

• TeleMental Health Training Certificate  "Covers all of the essential competencies of using technology in practice and of providing services from a distance."

At this time I am working with men in person (NY State) and via telehealth (NY and MA).   I am an in-network provider with Aetna (including SHP) in NY and MA. Please inquire about costs and other insurance options.

I utilize a waiting list for all interested individuals. If it seems that your situation matches my Contemplative Psychology approach, then I may add you to the waitlist and will let you know when I will have availability. I look forward to discussing your needs regarding Counseling Therapy sessions.  Email inquiries can be sent to: info@danielcoopercounselor.com

For more details about my background and professional development click here.

SPECIALTY AREAS: 

• Mental Health for Graduate, Undergraduate Students, and Professionals

• Self-Compassion for Clinicians and Caregivers

• Relational Dynamics such as Emotional Intimacy, Boundaries, and Attunement  

• Empowering individuals with Attention and Learning difficulties 

• The Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and Self-Care

• Anxiety, Depression, and Mood Imbalance 

• Spiritual and Existential Concerns 

• Imposter Syndrome

• Cultural and Immigration Challenges, Community Resources 

• Chronic Health Issues and Body-Mind Integration

The colorful and serene counseling office:

Artwork by Helena Cooper: helenacooperart.com