Mindy McDonald, LCSW

LCSW supporting growth, grief, and relationships

Strengths-based care
Grief and trauma support
Flexible online sessions

About Mindy McDonald

Mindy McDonald is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Texas who brings ten years of clinical experience to her work with individuals and families. She is also a Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist (CAGCS), a credential that indicates additional training in supporting people through loss and bereavement. Mindy meets clients with warmth, sensitivity, and a strengths-based perspective, aiming to help people identify patterns that no longer serve them and explore practical ways to move forward.

Her approach blends proven therapeutic methods and is tailored to each person's needs, drawing on techniques that help clients reflect on how life experiences shape behavior and relationships. She emphasizes building strong rapport and mutual respect, partnering with clients to set goals and move at a pace that feels right for them. Mindy works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, addiction, self-esteem, parenting, and life transitions.

She believes mental health care is an investment in oneself and values collaborative work that empowers clients to discover resources and possibilities. Mindy aims to leave people better than she found them by offering practical tools, compassionate support, and flexible treatment plans that honor each person’s individuality and goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesGrief Depression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

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 Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Mindy McDonald have?

Mindy McDonald has 10 years of experience.

Is Mindy McDonald a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: TX LCSW 38604, TN LCSW 8980.

In which languages does Mindy McDonald provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Mindy McDonald located?

She is located in Texas.

How can I work with Mindy McDonald as my therapist?

You can work with Mindy McDonald through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Mindy McDonald work with international clients?

Mindy McDonald does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Mindy McDonald cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being controlled by them, then clarify personal values and take committed action toward a more meaningful life. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns - it explores connection, trust, and communication to improve relationships and emotional regulation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and unconditional positive regard, creating a nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and find their own solutions.

Mindy approaches treatment collaboratively and recognizes that finding the right therapeutic fit is part of the process. She partners with clients to consider their goals, preferences, and life context, adapting methods and pacing to support steady, individualized progress.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call or phone can fit into busy schedules, while live chat and text-based messaging provide additional options for check-ins and ongoing support between sessions. These formats make it easier for people to access licensed professionals from home, work, or while traveling, helping maintain continuity of care and making therapy more adaptable to everyday life.

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