- Compassionate approach
- Practical strategies
- Values focused
About Donna
With over three decades of practice, she uses straightforward conversation and practical strategies. Sessions focus on building motivation, managing impulses, and improving confidence. She works toward concrete steps people can try between meetings.
Donna draws on several therapy styles to match what feels most useful. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior. Attachment-Based and Emotionally-Focused ideas guide work on closeness, trust, and how past relationships shape present reactions.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify values and commit to small actions even when feelings are difficult. Client-Centered elements mean the person’s goals and timeline shape each session. Sessions are collaborative and paced to what feels achievable.
She also brings experience supporting people with ADHD, bipolar symptoms, compassion fatigue, grief over life transitions, and issues tied to aging or neurodiversity. Donna emphasizes practical problem solving alongside listening and validation to help people move toward clearer choices.
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Experience
32+ years
Credentials
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
How her approaches translate to online work
Donna uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice patterns of thinking and behavior and then try small experiments to change them. This approach is often useful for anxiety, low mood, and impulse-related concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and close relationships shape current responses to intimacy and trust, which can help with relationship struggles and trauma-related reactions.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. She will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. Together they decide which combination of methods to try and adjust the plan as needed.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific session options when you book. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, avoid travel time, and check in during a short break. Some formats may be simpler when you want a quick conversation or cannot use video, while others support a deeper, longer session. Check the available formats before scheduling so the session style matches your needs.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Donna help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, self-esteem struggles, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma, bipolar concerns, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is collaborative and practical. She combines listening with goal-focused strategies and tailors the plan to each person.
How much experience does she have?
Donna has 32 years of professional experience in counseling work.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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