LPC, 10 years of experience
Hello! Thank you for your time! I'm Janel McDonald, and I aim to provide compassionate, non-judgmental, empathetic care. My mission is to ease your apprehension and provide you with a safe and comfortable place to discuss your specific motivation for seeking counseling services. I served in the military for 22 years and have experience working with military veterans and civilians through some of the most challenging transitions in their lives. In the past four years, I have been working with clients by meeting via telehealth in their homes and the community to overcome barriers to treatment (e.g., transportation and childcare). My job as your therapist is to address the areas in your life where you need help. You don't have to do it alone. So, whenever you're ready, don't hesitate to get in touch with me, and let me share your path to grow towards a better tomorrow.
In our first session, we will review your scores, discuss what brings you to counseling, discuss your diagnosis and treatment plan, and exchange contact information. If you're up to it, maybe learn some pleasant coping exercises for after the session.
When working with clients it is most important for me to build a working relationship that is biased-free. I continually work towards understanding and meeting my clients where they are in relation to their own values and belief systems and helping them with their issues by being mindful of their available resources and helping them network with resources in their community.
Military veterans, Fertility issues (e.g., infertility, sexual dysfunction, IVF, Peri/Postpartum depression), Bereavement/Loss, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Trauma/PTSD, Sexual Identity, Sexual Preference, LGBTQ+, Lifestyle, HIV/AIDS, and Anger Management.
8 ratings with written reviews
July 28, 2025
Love that she related to me. Empathetic and great listening skills. I need someone just like her to help me reset. Thanks so much!!!
May 28, 2025
After the first session, I feel encouraged and excited about working with Janel McDonald. I am ready to make changes to improve my life, and I feel comfortable having Mrs. McDonald guide me. I'm hopeful that this will be a great connection.
May 9, 2025
Great first session. Really nice, authentic, and caring. Good person. Think she can help me. Thanks.
Janel McDonald offers therapy covered by UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid in Texas.
I draw upon several theoretical frameworks completely dependent on the presenting issues of each individual client. I have training in CBT, ACT, DBT, and EMDR.