- Grief and loss
- Anxiety and stress
- Mindfulness and narrative
About Donna
Dr. Donna Daniel is an LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) practicing in New Mexico with 35 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on grief, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, addiction, ADHD, and life changes. She also addresses issues such as career strain, parenting stress, body image, and compassion fatigue.
Donna describes a pragmatic but flexible style. She brings a long history of practice and real-world experience to sessions, and adapts her approach based on how a person is doing in the moment. She uses a mix of familiar therapeutic methods rather than a single fixed model, and pays attention to both thought patterns and felt experience.
Her work draws on client-centered and psychodynamic ideas, narrative approaches, Jungian perspectives, and mindfulness practices. That means sessions can include reflection on past patterns, exploration of personal stories, attention to present-moment awareness, and talk about meaning and values. She favors brief courses of focused work but will also support longer cycles when needed.
Donna notes a spiritual orientation that is broader than any single faith. She is open to discussing religious or spiritual material when that matters to a person's concerns. She also expects commitment to change - she asks that clients come ready to work on changing damaging patterns.
Outside of clinical work she has lived and worked in multiple states and abroad, and brings that varied life experience into the room. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a respectful therapeutic relationship. Online sessions using this approach emphasize the therapist's attention, reflective listening, and supporting a person's own problem-solving. It can help with anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship worries.Mindfulness Therapy brings simple practices to notice thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations. Online meetings can include guided mindfulness exercises and short practices to use between sessions to manage stress and mood. Mindfulness is often useful for anxiety, sleep problems, and coping with life changes.
Psychodynamic and narrative elements look at recurring patterns and the stories people tell about themselves. In online sessions this can mean talking through how past experiences shape current choices and rewriting unhelpful narratives to open new options.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and pace. That discussion is ongoing and can change as progress is made.
The biography does not specify which session formats she uses online, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make scheduling easier, help fit sessions into study or work days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits often help young adults balance therapy with school, early careers, and busy lives.
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Experience
35+ years
Listed in
New Mexico
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with grief, anxiety, depression, intimacy and relationship issues, addictions, ADHD, stress, career challenges, parenting strain, and related concerns listed in her profile.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style mixes client-centered listening with psychodynamic reflection and mindfulness. Sessions focus on present needs while also looking at personal stories and patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 35 years of experience as a counseling professional, drawing on work in many settings and regions.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the credential LPCC and is licensed in New Mexico.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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