Hi. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Texas, Utah, Washington, Oregon, Colorado and Arizona. I am also pending in Tennessee and New Mexico.
I am a NBCCH (National Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and I am also a Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist (CAGCS).
Navigating life can be hard. There is no manual, and many of us did not grow up with good models or examples we want to emulate. Some of us are seeking tools and resources to evolve and grow beyond our current limits, others need a sounding board or someone who believes in us and can cheer us on. Regardless of your need, my goal is to help.
As human beings, we all find that we need other perspectives, support, ideas and ways of being, at various points in our lives. I would love to be that for you. I have worked with individuals and groups for over 20 years, both in a clinical setting as well as in a crisis intervention capacity. I have witnessed and assisted people from essentially birth to death with all things related to being human and all the beauty and complexities that come with that. My one desire as a therapist, is to always leave people better than I found them. I will meet you where you are with sensitivity, warmth and compassion, and we will walk this healing path together at a pace that is set by you.
I believe establishing a strong rapport with mutual respect is key in achieving lasting change. I believe the way in which we have experienced life dictates how we choose to live each day and the quality of our relationships, influences how we cope with stress, sadness and even joy that life inevitably brings.
I use a combination of therapy to help clients identify problematic or distressing patterns or behavior, reflect on how their experiences in life have shaped these patterns and encourage clients to discuss possible solutions. I combine many therapeutic modalities to develop your treatment plan by using a strengths-based approach to empower goals tailored to your needs and areas of concern. No two of us are alike and we all experience life differently. Therefore, the approach to healing must also be flexible.
My goal is to establish a connection, whereby both you and I will partner, addressing that each person is an individual and worthy of a safe space to heal and be present in their goals as an evolving human being.
I believe that prioritizing one's mental health is an investment in self, and is an active step towards your healing journey.
I acknowledge the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and commend you for your choice in reaching for that goal. I look forward to working together.
*once a session has been scheduled, I will message you to touch base and confirm. If you do not see a day or time available that suits your needs, please reach out to me via the therapy room message option and we will work together to schedule a mutually agreed upon session.*
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Personality disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
UT LCSW 13039456-3501
TX LCSW 38604
WA LICSW LW61380100
AZ LCSW LCSW-21762
OR LCSW L13703
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Mindy McDonald. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
It's been a few years since I worked with Mindy, I liked her enough that when I need help again - I wanted it to be her.
Written on Oct 18, 2024 after therapy with Mindy for 2 years and 3 months on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Mindy is a great therapist with so much insight. She not only listens, she gives real feedback. She gives a variety of tools to continue progressing to be a better human with love for oneself. I am grateful to Mindy for all of her “homework” suggestions. They have expanded my growth tremendously along side working with her.
Written on Jan 25, 2024 after therapy with Mindy for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Mindy is just the greatest! She's wonderful at listening to my concerns, validating my feelings, and challenging me in the areas she knows I want to improve in. I've grown and healed so much thanks to her expertise, insight, and support.
Written on Apr 19, 2023 after therapy with Mindy for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Mindy is extremely patient, approachable, and has helped me through some very difficult reflections and helped me make room for healthy growth.
Written on Apr 01, 2023 after therapy with Mindy for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, and coaching
Awesome therapist! Friendly, professional and encouraging.
Written on Nov 01, 2022 after therapy with Mindy for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I feel safe exploring every avenue of my psyche with Mindy and am really glad I found her
Written on Jul 30, 2022 after therapy with Mindy for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd