Hello and Welcome ! I'm Jenna McDonald . I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based New York and working with clients statewide (NY) via Telehealth. I work with teens and adults; specializing in anxiety, stress, life transitions ( ex : work/school stressors), relationship concerns, substance use and trauma. I use different types of therapies to help my clients make progress and start feeling more in control and on their way to a more mentally stable wellness.
My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use Person Centered Therapy as I find it helps the client to organize his/her goals so that we can work through those together, based on what is most important and meaningful to that client.
Solution Focused therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)are other modalities that can help build a shared understanding of a client's reality, allowing us to work together to create a path forward.
I have found that my style is a good fit for clients who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, and depression . I work to help my clients navigate these transition periods which allows them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook on life. I have had success working with shy clients, young adults , or adults new to therapy who are apprehensive to open up at first , given my down to earth personality.
