Obaogodara (Preference:Dara) Oluwasanmi, LMHC
New York LMHC for mood and stress
- Collaborative client-centered care
- CBT and mindfulness
- Video phone text therapy
About Obaogodara (Preference:Dara) Oluwasanmi
Obaogodara (Preference: Dara) Oluwasanmi is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in New York State who has worked with people facing a broad range of mental health and life challenges. She has supported individuals dealing with anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia, antisocial personality disorders, relationship difficulties, aging and geriatric concerns, codependency, and self-harm.
She has also spent three years working specifically with individuals who have severe and persistent mental illnesses, and she currently holds a full-time position at a facility serving this population. That clinical background has informed a practice that is comfortable addressing complex, co-occurring conditions as well as everyday stressors.
Her counseling style emphasizes collaboration and the development of a strong therapeutic alliance. Dara places importance on building rapport and approaches each person with respect, understanding, and empathy. Treatment plans are individualized to reflect each clientâs unique needs and goals.
She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy, selecting techniques that align with the presenting concerns. Seeking therapy is framed as a courageous step toward improved well-being, and Dara looks forward to hearing from prospective clients soon.
She has also spent three years working specifically with individuals who have severe and persistent mental illnesses, and she currently holds a full-time position at a facility serving this population. That clinical background has informed a practice that is comfortable addressing complex, co-occurring conditions as well as everyday stressors.
Her counseling style emphasizes collaboration and the development of a strong therapeutic alliance. Dara places importance on building rapport and approaches each person with respect, understanding, and empathy. Treatment plans are individualized to reflect each clientâs unique needs and goals.
She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy, selecting techniques that align with the presenting concerns. Seeking therapy is framed as a courageous step toward improved well-being, and Dara looks forward to hearing from prospective clients soon.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Obaogodara (Preference:Dara) Oluwasanmi have?
She has 6 years of experience.
Is Obaogodara (Preference:Dara) Oluwasanmi a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMHC credential. Her license details are NY LMHC 011010.
In which languages does Obaogodara (Preference:Dara) Oluwasanmi provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Obaogodara (Preference:Dara) Oluwasanmi located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Obaogodara (Preference:Dara) Oluwasanmi as my therapist?
You can work with her through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Obaogodara (Preference:Dara) Oluwasanmi work with international clients?
She does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Obaogodara (Preference:Dara) Oluwasanmi cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approach-Focused Online Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and a nonjudgmental relationship between therapist and client. This approach helps people explore personal values, improve self-esteem, and navigate relationship or life transition concerns by allowing clients to lead the pace and focus of work.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to distress and learning practical strategies to change them. CBT is often used to address anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, and mood regulation challenges through skill building and structured interventions.
Mindfulness Therapy cultivates present-moment awareness and simple practices that reduce reactivity and support coping with stress, emotional overwhelm, and persistent rumination. These techniques can complement other approaches to enhance emotional regulation.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dara works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she tailors a plan that may combine methods to best support progress.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to receive care from home or during a busy day. Licensed professionals and therapists can provide consistent support through these formats, helping clients maintain momentum even when in-person appointments are not feasible.
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