Take Heart Counseling & Equine Assisted Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Behavioral Specialist
Level 2 Trained in Trauma Focused Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (Natural Lifemanship)
Danielle Moore is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Behavioral Specialist serving Berks County and Southeastern Pennsylvania who is deeply committed to supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families—especially those who have never quite felt like they fit in. She specializes in working with neurodiverse children and adults, including individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD, as well as adults who are receiving an ADHD diagnosis later in life. Danielle also works with children and teens who are resistant to therapy and individuals who feel misunderstood, disconnected, or overlooked in traditional settings.
With extensive experience providing counseling services in homes, schools, and community-based environments, Danielle brings a grounded, real-world understanding to her work. She has supported individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, oppositional defiant disorder, self-injurious behaviors, family conflict, and behavioral challenges. This hands-on background allows her to meet clients where they are—both emotionally and practically—and to tailor therapy to the environments they move through every day.
Danielle holds a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from Capella University. Her doctoral research focused on supervision experiences of novice home-based counselors, reflecting her long-standing commitment to ethical, thoughtful, and effective clinical work. In addition to her clinical practice, Danielle is an educator and supervisor. She has taught and co-taught university-level counseling courses, facilitated intensive trainings on Functional Behavioral Assessments across Pennsylvania, and supervised counselors working toward licensure.
A defining part of Danielle’s work is her integration of equine-assisted therapy. After completing her doctoral internship, she felt a strong calling back to horses—animals that played a meaningful role in her own healing journey as a teenager. This personal and professional connection led to joining Take Heart, where her passions for counseling and horses come together. Danielle is currently pursuing certification in Natural Lifemanship, an evidence-based, trauma-informed approach that is especially supportive for neurodivergent individuals and those who struggle to engage in traditional talk therapy.
Danielle’s therapeutic approach is individualized and relationship-centered. She draws from Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and Attachment therapy, always adapting her work to fit each client’s unique needs, strengths, and goals. Above all, she believes that the therapeutic relationship itself is the foundation for meaningful change.
As a leader and advocate within the counseling profession, Danielle has served as President of the Pennsylvania Counseling Association Child and Adolescent Division, reflecting her dedication to ethical care, professional growth, and client advocacy.
Danielle welcomes individuals and families from across Southeastern Pennsylvania who are seeking a supportive and strengths-based approach to therapy. As she often shares, “My passion is helping my clients become the best versions of themselves that they can be.”
“Your present circumstances don’t determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start.” – Nido Qubein
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Clients who work with Danielle often describe feeling understood, validated, and more confident in how to move forward. If you’ve tried therapy before and felt stuck—or if you’re unsure where to begin—Danielle offers clear direction and practical support without judgment. She helps clients make sense of complex challenges, especially around neurodiversity, behavior, and anxiety, in a way that feels structured and manageable.
With Danielle, therapy is active and purposeful. Sessions focus on identifying what isn’t working, setting realistic goals, and building strategies that fit real life—not just theory. Many clients and families leave feeling more empowered, better equipped to advocate for themselves, and relieved to have a clear plan. Danielle’s depth of clinical experience, combined with a straightforward and supportive approach, helps clients create meaningful change that lasts.
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