Donald McRae, LPC, LCMHC

Donald McRae helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, grief, relationship strain, trauma and related issues. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) with 25 years of experience in clinical settings. Donald uses plain talk and practical strategies to help clients manage symptoms and make daily life feel more manageable.

He draws on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and solution-focused work. Sessions emphasize clear goals, small steps, and skills that can be used between meetings. The focus is on what helps now and what will build better routines going forward.

Donald has worked in mental health clinics, on military bases, and with not-for-profit agencies. That experience includes leading therapy groups and providing individual counseling. He also has a background addressing addictions, caregiver stress, aging and geriatric concerns, workplace issues, and challenges faced by veterans and armed forces communities.

Donald seeks to create a nonjudgmental space where people can try new ways of coping and practice healthier habits. He aims to partner with clients who want practical change, whether the goal is improved sleep, managing anger, strengthening relationships, or navigating a life transition. He encourages small, steady steps that fit into everyday life.

Online approaches and how they help

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small steps toward a meaningful life. It helps with anxiety, depression, and coping with major life changes by encouraging committed action tied to personal values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal skills. It is useful for intense emotions, relationship difficulties, and improving coping strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, needs, and preferences. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made. This collaborative process helps match techniques to the issues a person wants to address.

Confirm current online session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people use mindfulness and skills practice in the real settings where problems occur. Ask about session formats and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire.