- Trauma and abuse
- Anxiety and depression
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
About Donald
Donald Henderson is an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Iowa with nine years of experience. He focuses on helping adults work through trauma and abuse, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, and the stresses of big life changes.
Clients find clear, direct help exploring what happened and how it affects day-to-day life. Sessions often include practical skills for managing stress, ways to notice and change unhelpful thoughts, and steps to rebuild routine after loss or upheaval. He also addresses issues such as addiction, anger, low self-esteem, and intimacy-related problems.
Donald uses several evidence-informed approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to spot and shift thought patterns that feed anxiety or depression. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify values and take small actions toward them. Attachment-based techniques look at how early relationships shape current patterns with others.
He has experience with veterans, young adults, and people going through major transitions. His work can include conversations about faith and values when clients want that perspective included. He aims to help people develop coping strategies they can use between sessions.
Sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented while allowing time to process strong emotions. People who are dealing with career uncertainty, parenting stress, chronic illness, or recovery from past hurt often raise practical, step-by-step goals. Before booking, confirm current session options and formats.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients identify what matters to them and take small, values-based steps even when feelings are difficult. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, and people feeling stuck after major life changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing thought patterns and testing them with real-world experiments. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and anger by teaching concrete skills to change unhelpful thinking and behavior.
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect current connections. It can help with intimacy issues, communication problems, and recurring relationship patterns that cause distress.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each client to try methods that match their goals and preferences. That means checking in on what helps, adjusting focus, and mixing techniques when needed.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy around work, study, or caregiving duties. Phone sessions can allow for a shorter check-in if bandwidth is limited, while video sessions support visual cues and longer therapeutic work. Ask about the available options so you can pick what fits your day-to-day life.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Iowa
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with trauma and abuse, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, addictions, and major life changes among other issues.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses practical, talk-based approaches including CBT and ACT and focuses on skills you can use between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has nine years of experience as an LMHC working with adults in a variety of situations, including veterans and young adults.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is an LMHC licensed in Iowa and practices with that credential in the state.
Can people who live outside the US work with him?
He accepts international clients; check the platform and local regulations that apply to your region before booking.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats were not specified in the provided biography; please confirm current session options before scheduling.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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