MEET JESSE
Jesse Cooper-Whitney,
MA, ACC, LPCC
Therapist / Outpatient Therapist
He/Him/His – Colorado
Professional Bio
Hi, I’m Jesse, a therapist at Denver Mental Health Collective. I am passionate supporter of those navigating sobriety, grief, trauma, overwhelming emotions, and relationship difficulties. I believe that with mindful acceptance, self-compassion, effective boundaries, and regular practice, we become more adaptive, flexible, and equipped to handle life’s stressors. I believe in the power of patience, empathy, and humor, and I work to facilitate a therapeutic environment based on trust, honesty, and safety. My goal is to meet you where you are, at your own pace, and in a manner that demonstrates respect for your personhood and experiences.
At a glance
State / Region of Licensure
Colorado
License
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC); Certified Addiction Specialist (ACC).
Populations Served
Adolescents (13-19), Adults, Older Adults
Jesse may be a good fit if you are navigating:
ADHD
Addiction
Anger
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
OCD
Personality Disorders
PTSD/Trauma
Relationship Challenges
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Suicidal Ideation
Jesse's therapeutic approach
Jesse draws from approaches such as I use a combination of ACT-based, Emotion-Focused, and Dialectical approaches to encourage an actionable, self-aware, and balanced approach to life’s problems. I’ll strive to meet you where you are, and I’ll challenge you to get to where you want to be!. Sessions are shaped around the client’s goals, pace, lived experience, and the kind of support that feels most useful.
Approaches may include
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Marriage and Family Therapy
- Mindfulness
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Psychodynamic
Why I do this work
I am passionate about this work because it sheds light on strength, resilience, and perseverance in shadowy places. This work allows me the opportunity to brighten the horizon and help others do the same.
Best part of my job
The best part of my job is the genuine connection that occurs when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable. It feels like catching lightning in a bottle!
Beyond the therapy room
I am a self-proclaimed dork, video game enthusiast, and Lego collector. I’m an indoor boy who loves cinema, well-crafted stories, and lazy days on the couch. Steering-wheel karaoke and walks with my dog, Kida (who knows I’m a sucker for her big brown eyes), are some of my favorite ways to unwind. I love to watch nature documentaries and stand-up comedy because sometimes I need to remind myself that life is both bizarrely picturesque, magnificently peculiar, and remarkably weird!
Favorite quote
“I have not failed, I have found 10,000 ways that don’t work.” – Thomas Edison (probably)
Recommended resources
- “Everything You Think You Know About Addiction is Wrong.” – Ted Talk by Johan Hari
- The Life-Changing Practice of Radical Acceptance.” – Ted Talk by Maria Milagros Vazquez
- We Don’t Move on From Grief, We Move Forward With It.” – Ted Talk by Nora McInerny
You don’t have to do this alone anymore. With the support of a highly trained therapist, you’ll soon have a path and roadmap out of your suffering, and each step of the way, you’ll be accompanied by a kind, dedicated guide.