Dakota Goldsberry, Licensed Counselor, EdS, MA, LPC-WV, LPCC-OH, TLHT-FL, NCC

Dakota  Goldsberry is a Licensed Professional Counselor independently licensed in West Virginia, Ohio, and for telehealth services in Florida. He holds both a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and an Education Specialist (EdS) degree in Counselor Education with a focus in Play Therapy. He is currently pursuing his Registered Play Therapist credential and certification in Animal-Assisted Play Therapy.

Dakota works with clients across the lifespan, with a specialized focus on individuals ages 18 months to 40 years old. His therapeutic approach is developmentally informed, trauma-responsive, and neurodivergent-affirming. He incorporates evidence-based modalities such as:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), adapted for neurodivergent individuals

Sessions are designed to be engaging and client-centered, often integrating play, art, mindfulness, and other creative methods, particularly effective for children and teens (and, adults too).

Dakota also partners with Ryder, his full-time animal assistant. Ryder is included in sessions based on client preference and adds an extra layer of connection, regulation, and support.

Dakota is committed to helping clients build resilience, process their experiences, and move toward lasting wellness.