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Darren Cooper(He/Him/His)

(He/Him/His)
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Ohio
Depression- Relationship issues- Trauma- Anxiety -Men's issues-Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)-
AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

Mr. Cooper provides therapy for adults, young adults, and seniors across Ohio through secure telehealth. He works with clients who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, men’s issues, and major life transitions.

Many of the individuals Darren works with feel overwhelmed by stress, stuck in unhealthy patterns, or uncertain about how to move forward after difficult experiences. Therapy offers a space to slow down, gain perspective, and begin building healthier ways of coping and communicating.

Darren brings a calm, grounded, and collaborative style to his work. He helps clients better understand how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact, while developing practical strategies that support lasting change. His approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness-based techniques, and solution-focused therapy.

Darren is committed to creating a respectful, judgment-free environment where clients feel comfortable exploring challenges at their own pace and working toward greater confidence, clarity, and emotional balance.


Message to clients

I strive to create a therapeutic space where you feel heard, respected, and supported. Many of the people I work with are navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or major life transitions and want a place to slow down, gain perspective, and begin moving forward.

My approach is grounded in empathy, active listening, and practical strategies that help clients better understand the patterns shaping their thoughts, emotions, and relationships. Together, we work to identify what may be holding you back and build tools that help you feel more grounded, confident, and in control of your life.

Therapy is a collaborative process, and I respect each person’s pace and unique experience. You don’t have to navigate these challenges alone — I’m here to support you as you work toward healing, growth, and a stronger sense of self.


Licensure

Ohio: S.1000934

Languages

English

Specialties

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Men's issues - Expertise in working with adult men; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges and promote physical and mental health

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Currently accepting new clients with flexible scheduling. Evening telehealth appointments available for adults, young adults, seniors, and couples.


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Allied Benefits
  • Aetna - Exchange
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter of Ohio
  • AmeriHealth
  • Amerihealth Administrators
  • Amerihealth Administrators - Medicare
  • Amerihealth Administrators - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Beacon Health Options
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Ohio
  • Buckeye Health Plan
  • Buckeye Health Plan (Managed Medicaid)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • Carelon
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Centene
  • Cetene Ohio Dual
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • Evernorth
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • Medicare
  • Optimum
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Paramount Health Care
  • SummaCare
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • Tricare
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Shared Services
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan
  • United Medical Resources
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid (Ohio)
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)

Darren Cooper is accepting clients using listed insurances, paying listed fees, or using health insurance out-of-network benefits other than:

  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid (Ohio)
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$100 (50min)
  • Sliding scale:$80 - $100
  • Initial session:$120 (60min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Courtesy billing
  • Direct billing
Payment options
  • Check
  • Credit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Every other week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

My billing team will verify if we accept your insurance. I am also flexible and will share options with you.


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