About

Obaogodara Oluwasanmi, who goes by Dara, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York. With six years of professional experience, she draws on a background that includes work in a facility supporting individuals with severe persistent mental illnesses. Dara combines clinical knowledge with a focus on building rapport, treating each person with respect, understanding, and empathy as the foundation of therapeutic work.

Dara works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, mood disorders, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, and attention differences. Her practice also addresses body image, codependency, chronic illness and pain, and family of origin dynamics. She emphasizes individualized care and constructs treatment plans to reflect the distinct needs of each person.

Clinically, Dara uses a blend of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. She approaches sessions as a collaboration, helping clients set goals and identify practical steps forward. Dara encourages the decision to seek support as an important step toward promoting overall wellbeing and is available to discuss how to begin.

Location:
New York, United States
Years Experience:
6
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
Yes
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem, Depression
Other areas of experience: LGBT, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Body image, Codependency, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexuality, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: NY LMHC 011010
  • NPI Number: 1003407206
  • License: LMHC (New York)

Remote care with collaborative, skills-based approaches

Dara offers online sessions that bring structured, practical work into conversation with empathic support. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy she helps clients notice patterns in thinking and behavior and explore strategies to manage symptoms related to anxiety, depression, addictions, and other presenting concerns. Mindfulness Therapy is woven into sessions to introduce present-focused skills that support stress regulation and awareness.



Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy inform conversations about change and immediate goals. These approaches are goal-oriented and collaborative; Dara partners with each person to clarify priorities, build motivation, and identify small, achievable steps. Treatment plans are individualized to match the client’s needs and preferences.



Online work is conducted through a mix of real-time video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging depending on what the client and therapist agree will best support their process. Dara frames remote sessions as a cooperative effort to address concerns and pursue practical solutions.

How many years has Dara practiced?

She has six years of professional experience as a clinician.

What credentials does she hold?

Dara is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the credential LMHC and her license is NY LMHC 011010.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Where is she located?

Her practice is based in New York.

What communication options are available for working together?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as ways to conduct sessions.

Can international clients work with Dara?

No. This profile indicates she is not accepting international clients.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with an initial match?

To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to connect with her.