Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 40 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.

Donald Mattson

LPC, 19 years of experience
Authentic
Solution oriented
Open-minded
VirtualAvailable

With nearly two decades of clinical experience, I offer an eclectic therapeutic approach tailored to meet diverse client needs. As an active researcher in the mental health field, I have authored numerous first-author publications in the expressive arts. My current research focuses on new and emerging tools for the treatment of anxiety. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, and I am dedicated to delivering the most effective and innovative services to support your mental health journey.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

The first session often involves gathering information about your history and presenting issues. Then, we talk about your interests and a little bit about who you are. From that point, therapy builds momentum and there may be homework, tools, and field assignments to help you manage your conditions.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

With nearly twenty years in practice, I’ve sat through thousands of sessions, helping people work through challenges that led to lasting changes. I'm told that I'm very easy to talk to.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work best with clients who are committed to real change through concrete tools—not just conversation. They’re also motivated to practice outside of session and are open to creative, practical strategies that translate into everyday life. They value just enough guidance to help them arrive at their own solutions and are ready to accept change rather than resist it. They come prepared to do the work, often tracking topics in a journal or app prior to sessions in order to stay focused, productive, and efficient.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety

Trauma and PTSD

Other specialties

Bipolar Disorder

Depression

Grief

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

Self Esteem

Spirituality

I identify as

Man

Serves ages

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Eclectic

I use an eclectic approach to treatment, drawing on Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), behaviorism, and existential theory.

, 12 ratings

3 ratings with written reviews

May 12, 2026

I appreciate the listening and the willingness to assist.

Verified client, age 45-54
Review shared after session 1 with Donald

March 31, 2026

Donald has a way of letting you know you have been heard without the expectation of delving into closed chapters. His willingness to share about healthy options is refreshing.

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 1 with Donald

March 24, 2026

Donald understands the complexities of my situtation as a person in recovery from a mental health condition while running a non-profit organization.

Verified client, age 45-54
Review shared after session 1 with Donald