You know where the patterns come from. You can name the trigger, trace it back, explain it to a friend over coffee. And somehow, the anxiety still shows up at the worst moments. Your body takes over even when your mind knows better.
That gap between knowing and feeling is where EMDR comes in. With eye movements or gentle self-tapping, it helps your brain finish digesting experiences that got stuck, including ones from early relationships. The goal isn’t more insight. It’s helping your nervous system, the part of you that reacts before you can think, finally let go.
Let’s help your body catch up with what your mind knows.
THERAPY THAT CHANGES HOW YOU FEEL, NOT JUST WHAT YOU KNOW
People who do well here often have something in common. They’ve already done a lot of work on themselves. And they’re tired of gaining coping skills and insight without gaining relief. If that’s you, welcome.
for the patterns that insight hasn't been able to reach
Support for trauma, grief, and the patterns that won't let go.
Relationship anxiety or anxious attachment that shows up even when nothing is wrong.
Childhood trauma or emotional neglect that shaped how you came to feel about yourself.
LGBTQ+ identity wounding that left you feeling invisible or like you can't be your authentic self.
Grief and loss with feelings of deep longing that no amount of time has been able to soften.
Shame or low self-esteem that persists no matter how kindly you try to talk to yourself.
Performance pressure or perfectionism that leaves you exhausted under your composure.
Longer sessions built for depth.
Understanding of pain, change, and recovery.
Advanced training in childhood and complex trauma.
Trauma and attachment, together.
I’m Dan, the therapist behind Coherent Mind. Nothing excites me more than helping people live fuller, more satisfying lives as their authentic selves. In sessions, I’m warm and direct. I’m curious about how your brain learned to keep you safe and get your needs met, because it always had good reasons.
Outside of my work with clients, I teach trauma and clinical practice courses at Virginia Commonwealth University. I’m also pursuing my doctorate in Trauma-Informed Leadership and Practice at Barry University. I'm always looking to learn and grow. No matter how much I learn in the classroom, though, my clients are my greatest teachers.
Meet Dan Cimo, LCSW
Susie Morgan, LMFT, BCETS | Founder and Director of Training at Precision EMDR
He is continually curious, constantly seeking to understand more and develop further in wisdom and skill. His capacity to navigate the darkness is wide. His courage is steady. And his care is attuned, nurturing, and expert.
“Dan is a rare combination of profound tenderness and deep intellect.”
Ann Simmons, LCSW | Owner and Founder of Upstate Restorative Counseling
Dan Cimo is a highly skilled EMDR trauma therapist who is grounded in attachment and brain-based approaches. He is knowledgeable, thoughtful, and has a strong ability to understand what is going on beneath the surface for his clients.
“He brings insight and attuned care into his work, and clients will feel supported and deeply seen when working with him.”
Isaac Goncalves, LCSW | Therapist at Abundant Life Partners
If you are looking for a therapist who is both highly skilled and genuinely easy to talk to, I can’t recommend Dan enough. If you are ready for change, there is no better guide through the therapeutic process.
“Dan is one of those rare professionals who balances deep expertise with a really down-to-earth, caring approach.”
Your body needs to feel safe before change can happen, so getting started here builds that safety from step one. By your first session, you’ll know what to expect and feel ready to begin. All sessions are held over secure video. The work meets you exactly where you are.
Your first steps toward change
Each session opens carefully, works things through at your pace, and closes with care. Sessions are built so you don’t leave with something raw. The goal is to finally finish what’s been stuck.
Go deep, finish something, leave differently.
Once we decide to get started, we will choose what to work on and build the skills that help you feel steady. You set the pace, and I adjust to what you need. We will work together, side by side, to get to the bottom of the issue
We build the map before we begin the journey.
Research is clear that the therapeutic relationship is one of the strongest predictors of progress. Together, we'll see if this feels like the right fit. No pressure, no commitment. Just an honest conversation.