- Compassionate listening
- Practical tools
- Goal focused
About Donna
Donna uses straightforward, evidence-informed approaches to help people understand what’s getting in the way and then try small changes. Sessions are collaborative - she listens, reflects what she hears, and then helps set clear goals the client can work toward. Many people come for help with career shifts, parenting strain, chronic illness, caregiver stress, or relationship and family concerns.
Her work draws on Client-Centered Therapy to build a respectful, nonjudgmental space. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thought and behavior patterns that feed anxiety or depression. Mindfulness techniques are offered to help with stress and chronic pain by teaching present-moment awareness and grounding skills.
Donna holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Texas. She describes therapy as a step-by-step collaboration where small changes add up over time. The focus is on what matters most to the person in the room and practical tools they can try between appointments.
People living with long-term health challenges, cancer, caregiving demands, or chronic pain will find attention to both emotional strain and everyday coping. Donna aims to combine gentle listening with concrete strategies so progress feels achievable.
To begin, she asks about current struggles and priorities, then outlines an approach tailored to those goals and circumstances.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
22+ years
Credentials
Michigan, Texas
Languages
English
How Donna’s approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening without judgment and responding to what each person brings. Online sessions using this approach center on the client’s priorities and offer space to name concerns and set realistic goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and actions influence mood. In virtual work this often includes identifying unhelpful thinking patterns, trying behavioral experiments, and practicing skills between appointments to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and simple grounding practices. These techniques can help with stress, chronic pain, and emotional overwhelm by offering brief exercises people can use anytime they need to steady themselves.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and how they like to learn, then suggest methods to try. Decisions about pace and techniques are made collaboratively and can be adjusted over time.
Session format details were not listed in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins from different locations. Some people prefer shorter, more frequent check-ins while others use weekly sessions for deeper work, and the therapist will help find a routine that fits daily life.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Donna commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, career changes, ADHD, relationship and family issues, parenting strain, chronic pain and illness, caregiver stress, and related topics such as guilt, forgiveness, and life purpose.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and client-centered, combining listening with practical steps. She helps set goals and suggests small, usable changes between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Donna has 22 years of experience working with people on emotional and life-transition concerns.
What credentials and region apply to her practice?
She holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Texas.
Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone get started with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.