Hello! I am Donna and I am glad you are here! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I achieved my Master of Human Services from Lincoln University in Pennsylvania while also parenting my youngest children who were still at home. I have experience working with many different age groups and populations, from pre-teen to 80. I have experience with addictions, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia and personality disorders. I have worked with individuals and couples. My primary focus is adjustment disorders, anxiety and forensic referrals for those 18 and older. I am also willing to work from a Biblical perspective.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we will start with brief introductions, then, if you are ready, discuss your specific challenges that you are facing. This will help us create a plan for us to work through, tailored to your specific needs, in future sessions.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
After the initial intake assessment, we will together develop a realistic treatment plan outlining what your goals are for your treatment time. We will discuss the need for other referrals, such as to a psychiatrist or primary care doctor for a physical and/or medications. There may also be a need for a higher level of care under certain circumstances. Once we get the initial formalities out of the way, we will discuss treatment modalities and decide which would make the most sense to utilize. Remember that you are the driver of this journey. I am your guide! Open communication at all times!
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I believe a significant factor in my successful caseload has been my person-centered, non-judgmental approach to relationship building in the therapeutic alliance. This has allowed me to connect with the criminal justice population as they are mandated to treatment and rarely want to be there! Having multiple years working in community mental health and addictions, I have been exposed to many different types of concerns from people. I don't believe there is any presenting problem that I haven't seen or heard.