Dr. Darius Cooper

Dr. Darius Cooper is a highly experienced academic and clinical mental health professional, currently serving as a Professor at Grand Canyon University since February 2015, where responsibilities include facilitating counseling and addiction courses and supervising clinical practicums. In addition to this role, Dr. Cooper is a Contributing Faculty member at Walden University, has founded a private practice offering therapy services through Reality & Resolution Professional Counseling Services, and has held various faculty positions in clinical counseling throughout multiple universities. With an extensive educational background including a Doctorate in Human Services and Professional Counseling Studies from Capella University, Dr. Cooper specializes in areas such as PTSD, substance abuse, and family violence, employing therapy models like CBT and Motivational interviewing. Furthermore, Dr. Cooper maintains a role as an Approved/Referral Counselor for The Trust (NFLPA) and has contributed to online education in criminal justice and mental health disciplines across several institutions.