I’ve only met with Dustin once so far, but I could immediately tell that he was the right fit. You can tell that there is 0 judgement and he is genuine. Dustin is relatable in a way that differentiates him from other therapists, and feels like talking to a close friend. Thanks Dustin.
Dustin Cooley, LISW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Dustin is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Dustin. View 27 reviews
- Great news, Dustin is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Ohio
Recent reviews
He’s very kind and relatable. Anything he doesn’t understand isn’t at fault of his, but of my own. I either don’t know how to word it or forget before our session. He is a very good therapist and I would recommend him to many people in my age group or older.
More about Dustin
- 8 years' experience
- Male
- LISW
Hey! My name is Dustin Cooley and I am a Clinical therapist from Ohio. I have worked with people in every walk of life who have struggled with many things including Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, relationship problems, work related stress, life coaching, career development, and so much more. I thoroughly love my job and take pride in helping others through these tough times of life.
Outside of my professional life I am the worlds most mediocre guitarist, nature enthusiast, retro game nerd, husband and father.
If there is anything I can help you with please reach out! I look forward to working with you.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Traumatic brain injury
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Dustin Cooley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316461262.
- LISW · Ohio · I.2002333-SUPV · Expires September 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dustin Cooley
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I’ve only met with Dustin once so far, but I could immediately tell that he was the right fit. You can tell that there is 0 judgement and he is genuine. Dustin is relatable in a way that differentiates him from other therapists, and feels like talking to a close friend. Thanks Dustin.
He’s very kind and relatable. Anything he doesn’t understand isn’t at fault of his, but of my own. I either don’t know how to word it or forget before our session. He is a very good therapist and I would recommend him to many people in my age group or older.
By far the best support I have received! Always looking forward to our next session
Excellent therapist. Just had a couple sessions with him and he is highly relatable, down to earth and really knowledgeable. Looking forward to continuing work with him.
Dustin is very caring, accommodating, down to earth and helpful.
Dustin has been amazing, I’m not the type of guy to talk about my feelings but Dustin makes it easy to do so. He is a great listener, straight to the point and he provides valid solutions that you can sit down and do.
Extremely helpful and caring. You can tell he doesn’t just do this for pay. He truly does care for others wellbeing. I trust Dustin and you should too.
Dustin is a truly amazing therapist.
Dustin has been great at listening and getting to the root of my issues. He’s provided me with several effective resources and supports me through challenging times.
Amazing, very empathetic and understanding of my needs and amazing listening skills
Dustin has helped me grow in many ways since we started working together. I am thankful for him & all he’s taught me.
Dustin is extremely helpful. He doesn’t make you feel rushed or that he has another session coming up. I am beyond thankful for his advice as well as things that would better me. I am the type of person that likes to be told what to do so that way not only can I be productive, but also successful and seeing and learning from him, will make me successful. I believe he also has been and will continue to help those who are paired up with him. I have nothing wrong to say about that man. He is sophisticated, intelligent, and all of the words that are synonyms for brilliant. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
Since day one I had a great connection with Dustin. He is very down to earth and knowledgeable. He provides good advice with a great attitude. I would highly recommend him to anyone on this platform.
Dustin is a great therapist. He’s very good at encouraging you, takes interest in your needs and enjoyments and gives solid feedback to you if you’re someone that wants more than someone that just listens to you talk
I'm very new to this and was very unsure of what to expect, so far I'm very happy with how my experience with Dustin has went.
I love the care and attention I receive!
Absolutely great therapist.
Dustin is a very giving and insightful therapist. He asks the right questions to get you moving in the right direction. He offers a great Christian perspective when working with him. I highly recommend Dustin.
Dustin is AWESOME! He genuinely displays care and concern on topics presented to him. His biblical and traditional knowledge is broken down on a level where it is understandable and relatable. I highly recommend him.
Dustin is a great therapist, he has exceeded my expectations for therapy and helped me to get closer to God than I've ever been. Have recommended Betterhelp.com to several people already as a result.
Very professional, caring, and listens to your concerns and issues while providing feedback and solid advice that actually works. Very inspirational and an amazing therapist
I’m just getting myself back into therapy and Dustin is batting 1,000 right now even after just 1 session so far. We’re able to hit the ground running on a positive note.
So far, so good. Definitely has exceeded my expectations up to this point
Listens well, easy to talk to. Appreciate your work!
Dustin is awesome and super down to earth. He listens and actively participates in conversation in a way where it feels like talking to a friend but he is helping me
Dustin is great!
Dustin has been great to work with. I had a few things that were making life very difficult prior to our sessions and I feel that these are all in a manageable state at the moment. He's been excellent to work with the past few months
Frequently asked questions
Does Dustin Cooley offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dustin Cooley works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dustin Cooley speak?
Dustin Cooley speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dustin Cooley have?
Dustin Cooley has 8 years of experience.
Where is Dustin Cooley licensed to practice?
Dustin Cooley is licensed to practice in Ohio.
Does Dustin Cooley accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dustin Cooley does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dustin Cooley offer?
Dustin Cooley offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Imago Relationship Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Dustin Cooley?
Dustin Cooley can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dustin Cooley?
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