Daniel (Dan) Wilsea
Certified Mental Performance Consultant, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), National Certified Counselor (NCC)
Human performance professional at the intersection of exercise science, mental health, and cognitive performance.
I am a human performance professional specializing in exercise science, mental health, and cognitive performance. I provide mental health support, mental performance coaching, and strength and conditioning services to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, coaches, and teams. I am a full-time staff therapist and mental performance consultant at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. Recognized as an industry expert, I hold certifications as a Certified Personal Trainer, Inclusive Fitness Specialist, Youth Sports and Fitness Specialist, and Physical Activity and Public Health Specialist, all endorsed by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). I hold the Exercise is Medicine credential from ACSM, which designates me as a provider selected by physicians. Additionally, I am certified as an Exos Fitness Specialist. As a Licensed Mental Health Provider and Certified Mental Performance Consultant, I provide clinical and performance psychology services to athletes and performers of all skill levels.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Academic Concerns
- Anxiety
- Athletic Performance
- Athletic/Sports performance
- Burnout
- Cognitive Functioning
- Depression
- Eating Concerns
- Perfectionism
- Performance Anxiety
- Self-Esteem
- Social Anxiety
- Substance Use
- Work/Life Balance
Age groups
- Children (under 10)
- Preteens (10-12)
- Teens (13-17)
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
Special groups
- Active duty military
- Athletes
- People of color
- Professional Healthcare Providers
- Veterans
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Assessment/Evaluation
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Coaching
- Cognitive Restructuring
- Positive Psychology
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Coaching
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Training
- Counseling
Remote options
- Voice
- Video
Payment options
$150 — $200per session
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – Illinois
- Out-of-pocket
- In-network insurance
- Single case agreement
- Package pricing
Payment methods
- Apple Pay
- Venmo
- Zelle
Credentials
Licenses
LICENSED CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR
Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
180.015750, Illinois
Clinical Professional Counselor License
Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses
5671239, Idaho
Certificates
Certified Mental Performance Consultant
Association for Applied Sport Psychology