About Us
Our Roots
Dr. Jennifer F. D’Agostino is the founding Director of Blue Lotus Mental Health Counseling PLLC. She is a clinician, researcher and teacher. Dr. Jen completed a PhD in Mental Health Counseling and a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Pace University in New York. Her undergraduate education was completed in Boston, Massachusetts at Northeastern University.
Dr. Jen is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)/Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the states of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida (more pending). She is a Board Certified National Certified Counselor (NCC) with specialization in trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, OCD, and couple/family dynamics.
Dr. Jen’s clinical experience spans a wide range of clinical settings including acute, inpatient care, residential, k-12 school and private practice. She is adept at supporting her client’s unique sets of challenges and her approach is always nonjudgmental and individualized. She is committed to continually learning to support herself, her clients, our animal partners and the blue lotus membership community.
Significance Of The
Blue Lotus
The Blue Lotus flower is a powerful symbol of enlightenment, wisdom, and transformation. In ancient cultures, the blue lotus was considered a sacred plant and it was revered for its ability to promote deep introspection, spiritual awakening, and emotional healing. Often depicted in art and mythology, it represents the unfolding of the soul, much like how the petals of the lotus bloom above murky waters—symbolizing the journey from adversity to self-actualization.
At Blue Lotus Mental Health Counseling PLLC, we embody these principles—helping you rise above life’s challenges to find peace, clarity, and your true purpose. Whether you are seeking support for mental health struggles, personal growth, life transitions or spiritual alignment, we are here to guide you on your path to self-actualization.
Our Research Based Philosophy
Dr. Jen completed a large scale, (n = 104) randomized controlled trial of equine-assisted mental health counseling versus treatment as usual and found that participants in the equine-assisted condition had precipitous declines in anxiety, depression and posttraumatic stress symptoms at 10 weeks post treatment superior to those in the regular treatment condition. We continue to review the latest research studies, and integrate our own first-hand clinical knowledge to inform our therapy practice.
Our Treatment Model
We believe that living a healthy life acknowledges that we are interconnected with animals and nature. Reconnecting provides opportunities for communication and healing at a deeper level. Our treatment model acknowledges the unique attributes and strengths of each individual animal, just like each person with whom we work.
Our therapy animals provide insights, co-regulation of emotions, and support clients during sessions to integrate trauma experiences, understand their nervous system and live in the present moment.
Consent, safety and freedom of choice are at the heart of all interactions with our clients and animals. This facilitates safety, exploration, play and meaningful transformation.
Let’s Work Together
We are seeking to add more professionals to our team. If you are interested in applying for one of these positions, please email us a cover letter and resume.
Current Open Positions:
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Licensed Mental Health Professionals (PhD, PsyD, LMHC, LMFT, LCAT, etc.) - must be fully
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licensed but may consider an advanced clinician working under a limited permit
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Body Workers (massage therapist, craniosacral, yoga instructor etc.)
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Practice Assistant - to manage administrative tasks (phone, email), billing, and scheduling
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Equine Specialist (to assist with horses and donkeys daily care, training, cofacilitating equine assisted sessions)
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Animal Care Specialist/Farm Staff - care for our animals, land maintenance, projects on the property - repair etc.
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Subject Matter Experts - medical doctors, animal trainers/researchers, nutritionists, body workers, or other professional/researcher/subject matter expert) to share knowledge with the
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Blue Lotus Community for special events
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Special Event Assistants