About
If you’ve been living with anxiety, trauma, or stress, you know how exhausting it can be. Maybe your mind feels stuck on repeat, your body is always on edge, or you’re just so tired of carrying things alone. Life keeps moving, but you feel like you’re stuck in survival mode.
At C3 Mental Health, I believe healing starts with connection — connection to yourself, to others, and to the life you want to live.
Danielle Cotter, MA LMFT PMH-C
I’ve spent over a decade helping people find real relief from trauma, anxiety, and stress using EMDR therapy, a powerful, research-backed approach that goes beyond traditional talk therapy. Whether you’re navigating postpartum challenges, healing from complex trauma, moving through recovery, or carrying the weight of being in a high-stress role like a first responder or helping professional, I’m here to help you find peace and balance again.
My work has always been rooted in serving people where they are. I began my career in community mental health, walking alongside individuals and families facing significant life challenges. I’ve also worked in eating disorder recovery, where I saw firsthand how deeply trauma, identity, and self-worth are connected to healing.
Through specialized training in maternal mental health programs, I’ve supported parents through the joys and struggles of pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood. These experiences have given me a wide lens for understanding how trauma and stress show up in different seasons of life — and how healing looks different for everyone.
While EMDR is a cornerstone of my practice, I also draw from other powerful approaches to support whole-person healing. This includes Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing, and experiential modalities that help connect the mind and body in the healing process. My style is holistic and relational — honoring that your healing journey is not just about “symptom reduction,” but about building resilience, deepening self-compassion, and reconnecting with the life you want to live.
No matter what brings you here — postpartum anxiety, the lingering impact of trauma, or the exhaustion of caregiving and helping others — my approach is grounded in both evidence-based practices and genuine compassion. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel seen, understood, and empowered to move through what’s holding you back.
Rooted in science, grounded in compassion
Healing isn’t about quick fixes or surface-level strategies. I use EMDR along with other proven approaches like Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing, and experiential modalities that are backed by research and trusted in the field of trauma recovery. But science alone isn’t enough — I bring compassion and presence into every session so you feel safe, supported, and understood while doing this work.
Relationship-focused
Trauma often leaves us feeling alone, disconnected, or like no one could possibly understand what we’ve been through. That’s why the relationship we build in therapy matters just as much as the tools we use. My role is to sit with you in the hard places, guide you at your own pace, and remind you that you don’t have to go through this by yourself.
Accessible
Life is already demanding — between work, family, or unpredictable schedules, adding one more thing can feel impossible. That’s why I offer therapy online, so you can access care wherever you are most comfortable. I also am in network with a variety of insurance companies and offer out-pocket options so we can find a fit for you.
Insurance & Payment
I am in network with the following insurance companies:
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Aetna
Health Partners
Optum
Medica
Surest
Americas PPO
Cash Pay Option:
Intake session: $250
55 Minute session: $200
85 Minute session: $250